Marketing and Public Relations Intern

Stagetime Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Department workshops

Complimentary tickets

Employee events

Job summary

The Lyric Opera of Chicago is seeking a part-time, non-exempt marketing intern to support audience development and communications efforts in a fast-paced, in-office setting.

You will draft copy, assist with press outreach, and help build media lists while gaining exposure to a major arts organization and Chicago's vibrant cultural community.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, media relations or related field.
• Sound judgment and communication skills, strong writing and editing skills are essential.
• Professional, highly organized, detail-oriented, self-starter.
• Advanced knowledge of Google Drive and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research niche audience development opportunities and compile prospect lists.
• Draft copy for blogs, emails, and advertisements.
• Monitor news publications and media services; distribute articles to staff.
• Maintain media logs, proof publications, and fulfill photo requests from media.
• Maintain press contact lists, distribute press releases and assist in press events.
• Perform title research, assist in list building and maintenance.
• Assist with press ticketing requests and support department members.
• Send press invitations and manage RSVP lists for events.
• Attend meetings to learn about the inner workings of an in-house team.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Detail-oriented

Education

Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, media relations or related field

Tools

Google Drive

Microsoft Office

Job description

REPORTS TO

• Senior Director Media Relations, Communications and Content
• Senior Director, Marketing and Audience Development
• TERM: Summer 2025

HOURS

20-30 hours per week (In-Office)
Through artistic excellence coupled with innovative, relevant programming; initiatives to connect with and grow new audiences; engagement with communities to ignite creativity across Chicago; and a modernized Opera House that is the setting for truly great experiences, Lyric is leading the advancement of opera. This collaborative vision will deliver ever more exciting, thought-provoking and inclusive audience and community experiences – while increasing the gravitational pull of our art form, our company, and our city.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research niche audience development opportunities and compile prospect lists, including colleges and other educational sources, potential partners, group sales prospects, etc.
• Draft copy for various platforms, including blogs, emails, and advertisements.
• Monitor news publications and media services; distribute articles to staff as appropriate.
• Maintain media logs, proof publications, and fulfill photo requests from media.
• Maintain press contact lists, distribute press releases and assist in preparing and managing press events.
• Perform title research, assist in list building and maintenance.
• Assist with press ticketing requests and support department members(s) as necessary.
• Send press invitations and manage RSVP lists for special events.
• Attend meetings to learn about the inner workings of an in-house marketing and communications team.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, media relations or related field.
• Sound judgment and communication skills, strong writing and editing skills are essential.
• Professional, highly organized, detail-oriented, self-starter.
• Advanced knowledge of Google Drive and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Excellent communication skills.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Sitting for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally oversee evening or weekend functions, deployments, or performances.
• Fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Preferred weekly In-Office schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday.

COMPENSATION

• Job Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Intern
• Hourly Rate: $16.20 + Weekly $30 Travel Stipend
• Application deadline: March 14, 2025 by 5:00pm CT
• Lyric Opera of Chicago offers intern benefits including professional development and department workshops, complimentary tickets, and other events.

The Lyric Opera of Chicago is committed to enhancing our diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Lyric does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.