SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART
Position Description

POSITION:   Marketing and Communications Intern
DEPARTMENT:  Marketing and Communications (M&C)
SUPERVISOR:  Marketing and Communications Assistant
DATES:   Fall, Spring, Summer
DEADLINES:  Fall 1999: August 15; Spring 2000: December 15;
    Summer 2000: April 15
HOURS:   at least 25/week
STIPEND:  $1000 for 10-12 weeks
CONTACT:  Melinda Silva; SFMOMA; 151 Third Street;
    San Francisco, CA 94103; tele: 415/357-4170;
    fax: 415/357-4158; [log in to unmask]


POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Marketing and Communications Assistant,
the Marketing and Communications Intern provides administrative support for
the M&C department and coordinates additional projects as assigned by other
M&C staff.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Marketing):

• Contribute to marketing strategies through researching target outreach
groups, assisting in the production and distribution of marketing
collateral, and helping organize special events
• Assist Marketing Associate with updating and expanding mailing lists
• Assist with exhibition promotional opportunities, such as radio and on-
line promotions
• Perform other related duties.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Communications):

• Assist communications staff with press previews through coordinating media
packets and helping with event logistics
• Update and create new press lists and assist public relations associates
with press requests
• Label and help maintain photos and other press materials
• Gather resource materials for press releases and articles for the member
publications; help proofread and fact check press releases and articles
• Read newspapers, magazines, and other publications for Museum-related
information and assist the marketing and communications assistant with
weekly clipping reports and filing and maintenance of clipping files
• Perform other related duties such as filing, photocopying, and labeling

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training: Open to undergraduates, recent graduates, and
graduate students with coursework and/or demonstrated interest in one or
more of the following fields: art history, marketing and/or communications.
Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Claris
FileMaker Pro a plus.  Excellent administrative/organizational skills,
concern for detail and accuracy; excellent language, spelling and grammar
skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal
effectively and courteously with the public, artists, vendors, and other
staff members; as well as the ability to maintain a sense of humor and grace
under pressure.

Physical Demands:  Must be able to visually inspect work.

Special Environmental Factors:  Close office setting.

========================================================Important Subscriber Information:

The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://museums.state.nm.us/nmmnh/museum-l.html. You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes).

If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to
[log in to unmask] The body of the message should read "Signoff
Museum-L" (without the quotes).