DESCRIPTION
The Lake George Music Festival Arts Administration Internship offers a comprehensive experience in managing and supporting the operations of a classical music festival. Interns typically engage in a variety of tasks that provide insight into the administrative, financial, and logistical aspects of the arts industry.
RESIDENCY
Interns are awarded a full scholarship, housing with a host family, lunch daily, and a $250 travel stipend.
BENEFITS
The Festival will be happy to provide recommendations and references for employment, advanced training and/or scholarships following successful completion of the Internship. College credit is also available for those needing to complete an internship as part of their degree requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns will be provided with hands-on experience in:
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Operations
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Marketing (including social media) and publicity/media relations
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Development
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Internal communications
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Venue liaison
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Concert Production
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Volunteer supervision
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, either completed or in progress. An interest in arts administration as a career option, and a willingness to learn. Experience in nonprofit and/or classical music organizations is helpful, but not required. A love of classical music and an entrepreneurial attitude are advantages, as are self-motivation and the ability to work independently on very productive days. Interns are required to have a reliable vehicle, cell phone, and laptop computer while in Lake George.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
There is no formal application form or application fee. Please send the following materials via email with attachments to alombard@lakegeorgemusicfestival.com:
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Current Resume
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One letter of academic/professional reference
Applications will be accepted starting November 1, 2024 and interviews will be conducted in December and January. The position is open until filled. We anticipate all positions being filled by February 2025.
Each summer, the Lake George Music Festival invites several interns who wish to gain practical experience in a warm and friendly atmosphere. All interns work closely with the Festival administration and are an integral part of our tight-knit community. Interns are invited to share their own unique ideas and perspectives in the operations of our summer Festival.