Youth Empowerment through Arts and Humanities (YEAH!)

Marketing and Public Relations Intern

Youth Empowerment through Arts and Humanities (YEAH!)

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Job Summary

About Us: YEAH! is a non-profit organization committed to further empowering youth voices from all backgrounds and building community through music education. We provide socially conscious, year-round music programs for ages 6-17, creating courageous and safe spaces for personal and artistic growth. Learn more at www.yeahrocks.org.

Our Mission: We prioritize collaboration over competition and encourage participants to explore themselves and the world around them, fostering community development in and outside of YEAH! We value diversity and actively reach out to underrepresented populations, including non-English speaking, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, and Title 1 public school communities in Middle Tennessee. We seek applicants who reflect the communities we serve and aim to empower.

We are seeking a passionate individual with a keen interest in music and youth empowerment enrolled in a bachelor or graduate program majoring in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Photography, Videography, or Storytelling. The candidate should be experienced in Social Media, Newspaper, TV, and Radio – and eager to gain hands-on experience in a nonprofit organization serving the Nashville area. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a marketing and publicity plan that tells the story of
  • YEAH!, promotes new program enrollments, maintains current enrollments, and increases brand awareness.
  • Attend events to capture videos, photos, and testimonials.
  • Increase YEAH!’s presence in various news outlets, including online platforms, social media, print (newspapers/magazines), TV, and radio.
  • Create and maintain a publicity contact list.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director to draft and distribute press releases.
  • Work with Board Committee Members, who will serve as mentors, to enhance outreach and community awareness through presentations.
  • Assist in coordinating all marketing initiatives, including printed materials, website content, and social media platforms.
  • Promote events, stories, and educational content in real time.

Qualifications

A passionate individual with a keen interest in music and youth empowerment enrolled in a bachelor or graduate program majoring in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Photography, Videography, or Storytelling. The candidate should be experienced in Social Media, Newspaper, TV, and Radio – and eager to gain hands-on experience in a nonprofit organization serving the Nashville area. 

Additional Information

Benefits

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How to Apply

If you are interested in:

  • Gaining valuable experience in marketing and public relations within the nonprofit sector
  • Working closely with youth, their extended community, and experienced professionals/ mentors.
  • Contributing to meaningful programs that empower youth and create positive social change.
  • Enhancing your skill set with practical, impactful projects.

Please email your resume, cover letter, and any writing or design samples to Mariela Moscoso at director@yeahrocks.org. 

Details

  • Date Posted: August 8, 2024
  • Type: Part-Time
  • Job Function: Communications / Marketing / PR
  • Service Area: Arts / Culture
  • Start Date: 09/02/2024
  • Working Hours: 10 x week