Art Lies Internship Opportunities
Founded and rooted in Texas, Art Lies provides an international forum for the critical examination of artistic practice, theory and discourse on and about the contemporary arts. Art Lies achieves its mission through the publication of a quarterly journal, our Guest Editorial Program, website, membership events and public programming, including the Art Lies Annual Distinguished Critic Lecture Series.
The hours of the below intern positions (8 to 10 hours per week) are flexible within our regular business hours (8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday). The internships are unpaid, but the benefits, in addition to publishing experience, include exposure to a wealth of information about the contemporary arts community, locally and internationally. Also, each intern will receive a letter of recommendation at the completion of the internship, assistance with references on request and a free one-year subscription to Art Lies .
Circulation Intern:
Art Lies seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Circulation Intern. The successful candidate will report to the Circulation Manager in Houston. Applicants should work well with minimal on-site supervision, be self-starters, have strong written and verbal communication skills, have experience working with or interest in retail and independent bookstores, understand the importance of continued communications and relationships with vendors, and enjoy the visual arts and interacting with the public.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
-Create and maintain relationships with independent and museum bookstores.
-Maintain member/subscriber database, including processing of memberships and subscriptions.
-Coordinate both written and electronic member/subscriber communications, such as renewal reminders.
-Respond to member/subscriber queries and requests.
-Work with Circulation Manager to maintain quarterly bookstore events and issue launches
Preferred Qualifications for all Internship Positions:
-A keen interest in and current knowledge of contemporary art.
-Strong writing and verbal skills, organizational skills and a proven ability to multi-task with attention to detail.
-Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word. Experience using QuickBooks and database software such as Access and Filmmaker Pro is a plus.
-Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
To be considered for these intern positions, please mail or email (info@artlies.org) a résumé and letter of intent to: Art Lies P.O. Box 1408 Houston, TX 77251
To be considered for these intern positions, please mail or email ( info@artlies.org ) a résumé and letter of intent to: Art Lies P.O. Box 1408 Houston, TX 77251