Alfa Art Gallery is a non-profit organization that is looking for a technology savvy individual with a strong interest in photography and video production to assist with documenting gallery events, generate promotional photo and video materials, and photograph artworks (photo/video camera provided by the gallery).
This is a non-paid opportunity for academic / course credit that will help interns gain real-world work experience in an art gallery environment. The internships positions are unpaid, but interns may arrange with their college to receive course credit/s (contact your carrier department for more information). In exchange for their work, interns will also gain valuable experience in a dynamic nonprofit arts environment and will receive an evaluation form and letter of recommendation at the end of their internship. Please attach cover letter with resume.
Tasks:
- Responsible for documenting gallery events; capturing the general atmosphere, artwork on display and experiences and emotions of artists and visitors in high quality photos and video
- In charge of producing high quality photo and video final products to assist in promoting the gallery and its programs
- Will assist curator and curatorial intern with planning and executing artist interviews
- Promote the gallery’s facilities rental program
Requirements:
- Some previous experience with using SLR/DSLR cameras required.
- Must be technologically savvy and eager to learn
- Adobe Photoshop proficiency is a must. Some Adobe Light Room experience is a plus (software and additional tutorials will be provided by the gallery).
- Must have experience in using video editing software like iMovie or Adobe Premiere.
- The availability of a portfolio of previously done work will strongly influence our final decision.
