Advancement Intern

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Job Duties

Run the YAI store – Website development, merchandise purchasing and inventory, customer service, and marketing.

· Assist with MSA, iHOPE, YAI Arts online stores.

· Assist with the management of special event and fundraising campaign websites.

· Assist with small event and fundraising campaign management

- Staff Appreciation Events

- Program Events

- Central Park Challenge Small Events

· Assist Director of Special Events with events as needed.

· Assist with donor stewardship – calls, emails, mailings, and donor cultivation events.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
• Strong interest in social media, marketing, and/or event management.
• Familiarity with digital storytelling, creating and disseminating compelling and informative social media content.
• Proficiency with video editing software.
• Proficiency with photo editing software.
• Sophisticated knowledge of social media trends and the ability to translate material from platform to platform with acute knowledge of what works best on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, among others.
• Experience hosting events or fundraisers.
• Outspoken interest in supporting a community of diverse abilities, passions, and communication styles.
• Enthusiasm for working independently with moderate supervision.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.