Duration: 3 Months

Hours: 8-12 hours per week, depending on university requirements

Application Deadline: September 27th, 2024

About Us: The Bountiful Davis Art Center (BDAC) is a vibrant hub for the arts in Davis County, Utah. We are dedicated to enriching our community through dynamic art exhibitions, educational programs, and community events. This fall, we’re seeking a motivated and creative volunteer intern to assist with our end-of-year appeal campaign and sponsorship efforts for our beloved Gingerbread Festival.

Position Overview: As the Development & Marketing Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting BDAC’s fundraising and marketing efforts related to the end of year campaign. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit development and event sponsorship while contributing to the success of our organization’s key initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-of-Year Appeal Support:

  • Work with the Executive Director and Marketing team in developing and executing the end-of-year appeal fundraising campaign.

  • Create content for donor communications, including emails, direct mail, and social media posts related to the campaign.

  • Track campaign progress, analyze engagement metrics, and provide insights for optimization.

• Gingerbread Festival Sponsorship:

  • Research potential sponsors and assist in creating sponsorship proposals.

  • Coordinate with sponsors to ensure fulfillment of benefits and recognition.

  • Support the planning and execution of the Gingerbread Festival, including sponsor-related logistics and event day activities.

  • Assist in managing sponsor communications, ensuring all deliverables are met.

• General Development Support:

  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions focused on development and fundraising strategies.

  • Assist with administrative tasks related to donor management, including database updates and thank-you letters.

  • Engage with BDAC’s mission and work to help us achieve our fundraising goals.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Arts Administration, or a related field.

• Strong writing and communication skills, with an eye for detail and creativity.

• Proficiency in social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) and basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite a plus).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Passion for the arts and community engagement.

• Previous experience in marketing, fundraising, or event planning is a plus but not required.

Benefits:

• Gain practical experience in nonprofit development and marketing related to fundraising.

• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact the community.

• Networking opportunities with local artists, sponsors, and community leaders.

• Flexible scheduling within the 8-12 hours per week requirement or as needed.

  
  

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample (preferably related to marketing or fundraising) to sarina@bdac.org by September 27th. Please include "Development & Marketing Intern Application" in the subject line.

Bountiful Davis Art Center is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.