The Wayne Theatre seeks a detail-oriented, self-starter to assist communications efforts. This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of communications while working in a fun, casual work environment. The Wayne Theatre Communications Internship is a professional-skills internship to assist the Director of Advancement in implementing organizational communications and marketing strategies as they apply to fund development. The Communications Intern will work independently and in a team to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives related to advancement and events.
• Understanding of/ or interest in learning relational databases (CRM platforms such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, Bloomerang)
• Completed or working toward a college degree, preferably in a related field (e.g. Marketing/Communications, Advertising or Public Relations)
• Understanding of the basic principles of public relations with grasp of branding tools (i.e. Canva).
• Must be detail-oriented and computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Possess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Genuine enthusiasm for creating compelling marketing and communication materials to support Wayne Theatre Advancement
• Self-starter, good time management, detail-oriented, with ability to communicate professionally
• Understanding of confidentiality and commitment to donor privacy
• Ability to work well independently, ask questions, and operate within a team
• Record and provide written acknowledgement of donations and gifts in a timely manner
• Develop and manage stewardship and appeal letters and mailing lists for donors and prospects
• Track donor interactions and “moves management” in the development cycle
• Design sponsorship promotional materials, execute sponsor agreements, and communicate with marketing and finance teams