Internships

Penny Loretto the Assistant Director/Internship Coordinator writes of several new internships. Please see the following:

EXHIBITIONS INTERN
SARATOGA ARTS COUNCIL, (Gallery/Arts Administration),
320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, State: NY
www.saratoga-arts.org
Internship Description: Assist with exhibition programs including Art in Public Places and the Arts Center Gallery. Knowlege of Word, Excel, InDesign, Photoshop a plus. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. Assist in installation of exhibitions, along with administrative duties.
Contact: Laura Colomb, Exhibitions Coordinator, Phone (518)-584-4132 (Ext: 204), Fax (518)-581-7666, colomb@saratoga-arts.org ApplicationMaterials: Resume/Letter of Intent


DELMAR PUBLISHING, (a part of Cengage Learning)
Various Paid Local Internships Available for Fall Semester
5 Maxwell Drive, Clifton Park, NY
Internship Description: Delmar, a part of Cengage Learning has an outstanding internship program for college level students interested in the world of publishing and information solutions. All internships are paid and applicants must be available to work 15-20 hours per week. www.cengage.com. Click on Careers at Cengage.

MARKETING DESIGN INTERN
Job Summary
Manage the creation, development, and execution of advertising and promotion projects that support the marketing and sales objectives of the Technology & Trades business unit within financial parameters established by Cengage (Delmar) Learning.

Job Description
Manage the development and production of all assigned advertising/promotional materials for publishing team.
Responsible from point of design inception through final printing including design.
Utilize desktop publishing system and software to develop materials in house as needed to ensure creative concept is adhered to and schedules are met.
Conceptualize and implement integrated marketing campaigns for key business unit product.
Knowledge of file preparation and collection for commercial printing.
Negotiate best possible financial arrangements when securing vendors for services to meet project budgets.

Qualifications
Working towards degree in graphic design, marketing, communications or related disciplines.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat), QuarkXPress, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Knowledge of graphic design production, printing processes, database management, and desktop publishing.
Experience with Macintosh OSX required.
Strong communication, project management, prioritization, and organizational skills required.
Must have creative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.

MARKETING INTERN

Will assist in the creation of marketing campaigns, and will support the marketing team in the implementation of the campaign. In addition, the intern will help complete administrative duties; help upload new copy into our databases, assist in event planning initiatives, as well as help with some print collateral for tradeshows and editorial events. Other responsibilities include using multiple tracking systems to analyze and share important market research.

Must have a solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications on a Windows PC, such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Very strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. Must be able to work well with others.

eMARTKETING INTERN

The eMarketing Associate will create and implement web landing pages, banner ads, email marketing campaigns, online surveys and other online projects as well as helping with some print collateral for tradeshows and preparation. Other responsibilities include using multiple tracking systems and tools to pull metrics reports. Administrative duties may include email database management, data entry and uploading of information between systems.

Qualifications

Solid understanding of html and be proficient in Macromedia Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office applications on a Windows PC. Professional verbal and written communication skills are essential. Must be able to work independently, be comfortable with new technologies.

Do not mail, email or fax resumes.

For more information on internships, jobs, resume & cover letter development, & graduate school please contact:

Career Services, Starbuck Center, (518) 580-5790
www.skidmore.edu/administration/career

Penny Loretto
Assistant Director/Internship Coordinator
Skidmore College Career Services
Phone: (518) 580-5790/
ploretto@skidmore.edu