Position Summary
The Publicity & Journalism Intern will gain hands-on experience writing and editing professional journalism and marketing pieces for University Center for the Arts (UCA) events. This individual will work with the UCA Publicity & Marketing team to publicize events through various media, such as the Web, a digital magazine, print materials, social media, and additional outlets. This position allows students to expand their professional portfolio while working in a vibrant, creative atmosphere.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Write press releases and special interest stories (performance reviews, student profiles, etc.) for a variety of publications, including SOURCE and The Green Room online magazine (can be viewed here).
• Present media pitches to local media outlets, including The Coloradoan, The Collegian, KUNC, and KCSU.
• Assist with fulfillment of publicity calendar for UCA events.
• Attend performances and rehearsals for live performance reporting and post-event recaps.
• Write social media feature content, including interviews with faculty and students.
• Collaborate with fellow interns on story ideas.
• Proofread and edit peer projects.
• Assist with on-campus marketing efforts and events.
• Uphold college and university branding and communications guidelines.
• Additional communications, marketing, and event-related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications
• Current CSU student, available Spring 2017
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and commitment to detail
• Copy editing ability
• Familiarity with social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat)
• Ability to excel in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and work independently
• Flexibility to work during regular office hours and evening events as needed
• Experience with video editing and/or photo journalism preferred, but not required