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Position Overview

The Marketing & Communications Intern supports programming by creating content, managing social media campaigns, drafting press releases, and analyzing performance data. This role provides hands-on experience in public relations, digital marketing, and event coordination under the guidance of the Southern Shakespeare Company Communications Director.

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Draft and edit copy for social media posts, newsletters, and short-form video collateral.
• Social Media Management: Assist in building content calendars, producing graphics, publishing updates, and tracking engagement metrics.
• Public Relations: Help draft press releases, media advisories, and research media lists or competitor strategies.
• Event Support: Assist with the planning, logistics, and promotion of programs or virtual events.
• Administrative Tasks: Update customer relationship management (CRM) databases, format presentations, and organize multimedia files.

Position Requirements

• Schedule: Flexible hours with a minimum of 5 hours per week and a maximum of 8 hours per week
• Occasional evening and weekend availability for events and performances
• Hybrid structure with a combination of remote work and in-person meetings/events in Tallahassee
• Reliable transportation for local travel (occasional site visits or events)
• Must be able to work independently and communicate regularly with supervisor

Position Qualifications

• Interest in arts and culture, marketing, video content creation, communications, or related fields
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to engage with community-centered work
• Prior experience in marketing, theatre, nonprofit work, or community outreach is a plus but not required

Employer Snapshot

Southern Shakespeare Company is a professional nonprofit theatre based in Tallahassee, Florida, dedicated to making Shakespeare bold, engaging, and accessible to all. Through professional productions, statewide education programs, and the annual Free Shakespeare in the Park Festival at Cascades Park, SSC serves thousands of students, families, and community members each year.

With a strong commitment to accessibility, SSC prioritizes reaching Title I schools, underserved communities, seniors, and correctional facilities—ensuring that the transformative power of live theatre is available to all. The organization fosters a collaborative, mission-driven work environment where creativity, curiosity, and community impact are at the heart of everything we do.

To apply:

Position Overview

The Arts Education & Impact Intern supports Southern Shakespeare Company’s education and outreach initiatives, helping to expand access to arts education across Florida and South Georgia. Working closely with the Development Director, this role contributes to the planning, coordination, and growth of programs that serve students, educators, and communities—particularly those with limited access to the arts. This position offers hands-on experience in nonprofit development, arts education, and community engagement, with a direct impact on advancing SSC’s mission of “Shakespeare for All.”

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Track and organize program data, including schools served, student reach, counties, and Title I impact
• Assist with scheduling and logistics for education programs such as Shakespeare Man, touring productions, and residencies
• Maintain and update databases of school and community contacts across Florida and South Georgia
• Support outreach efforts to schools, homeschool groups, and community organizations, including drafting and tracking communications
• Assist in preparing educational materials, study guides, and program packets
• Support development efforts by gathering data and materials for grant proposals, sponsor materials, and reports
• Help track donor and sponsor engagement related to education initiatives
• Compile program statistics, testimonials, and photos for reporting and storytelling purposes
• Organize digital files, photos, and internal documents to support program and development needs

Position Requirements

• Schedule: Flexible hours with a minimum of 5 hours per week and a maximum of 8 hours per week
• Occasional evening and weekend availability for events and performances
• Hybrid structure with a combination of remote work and in-person meetings/events in Tallahassee
• Reliable transportation for local travel (occasional site visits or events)
• Must be able to work independently and communicate regularly with supervisor

Position Qualifications

• Interest in arts administration, education, nonprofit management, communications, or related fields
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Comfort working with spreadsheets, data tracking, and digital organization systems
• Initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to engage with community-centered work
• Prior experience in education, theatre, nonprofit work, or community outreach is a plus but not required

Interns will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit development, arts education programming, community engagement, and program expansion, along with mentorship and networking opportunities within the arts and nonprofit sector. Opportunities to attend SSC performances and events may also be available.

Employer Snapshot

Southern Shakespeare Company is a professional nonprofit theatre based in Tallahassee, Florida, dedicated to making Shakespeare bold, engaging, and accessible to all. Through professional productions, statewide education programs, and the annual Free Shakespeare in the Park Festival at Cascades Park, SSC serves thousands of students, families, and community members each year.

With a strong commitment to accessibility, SSC prioritizes reaching Title I schools, underserved communities, seniors, and correctional facilities—ensuring that the transformative power of live theatre is available to all. The organization fosters a collaborative, mission-driven work environment where creativity, curiosity, and community impact are at the heart of everything we do.

Please email a resume and any relevant experience to Laura@southernshakes.org with the subject line Arts Education and Impact Intern (SSC) by August 15, 2026.