Internship Opportunity: Broad Ripple Art Fair

BROAD RIPPLE ART FAIR INTERNSHIP

The Indianapolis Art Center is seeking an intern for the 2012 Broad Ripple Art Fair. This is an unpaid position. 2 – 4 days a week, Monday through Friday. Hours vary based on applicant’s schedule. Intern MUST commit to working the weekend of the 42nd Broad Ripple Art Fair, May 19 and 20, 2012.

Responsibilities
While the internship will focus primarily on responsibilities involving the artist committee, this person would be exposed to a wide variety of duties relating to the Broad Ripple Art Fair. This would be the perfect opportunity for someone who is interested in learning about the day-to-day operations of a nonprofit organization as well as gain hands-on experience in the business of art, curatorial and arts administration areas. Duties include but not limited to assisting in the jury process, organizing and preparing materials for participating artists, assisting the artist committee in fair layout, booth placement, and artist management, serving as an area captain during the fair, other various related tasks as assigned.

Requirements
Applicant must have an interest in working for a nonprofit. Strong written, visual and communication skills required. Applicant must be able to take initiative and finish tasks promptly. Must have strong attention to detail. Students pursuing or graduates with a degree in studio art, museum studies, or arts administration desired.

How to apply
Submit cover letter and résumé to Kyle Herrington, Artist Committee Chair, at kyleh@IndplsArtCenter.org.