Become A Development Intern For CAAM

Friday, January 29, 2010

You know that I know that your mom knows I have a treasure trail - which obviously leads to some good shit - and while that has absolutely nothing to do with this post whatsoever - I couldn't help but just let that finally be said.

Again.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Center for Asian American Media

POSITION: Development Intern
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: February – April 2010
TIME COMMITMENT: 15 – 20 hours per week
SALARY: Unpaid; college credit may be available

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Center for Asian American Media seeks a motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is passionate about Asian American and Asian media to assist the Development Department in facilitating corporate sponsor, partner and member benefits and coordinating all corporate sponsor, partner and member-related activities for the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) and its annual San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF), which takes place March 11 – 21, 2010. This position is best suited for an individual willing to share and gain skills in the areas of event planning, fundraising and community relations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
• Works with the Development Team to implement sponsor, partner and member benefits (including creating signage and sponsor on-screen slideshow and resizing sponsor and partner logos for the Festival website)
• Coordinate and oversee the delivery of all incoming sponsor and partner materials (including sponsor banners, giveaway items and donated goods)
• Provide on-site logistical support at special events during the Festival
• Assist with various aspects of CAAM’s 30th Anniversary (including marketing and overseeing the production of commemorative poster)
• Assist in post-Festival wrap-up reporting
• Provide general administrative support (including filing, database entry and mailings)

QUALIFICATIONS:
The Development Intern should have excellent communication and organizational skills, thrive in a rigorous, high-energy work environment, and possess adaptability, initiative and high-pressure problem-solving skills.

Fluency with MS Office software and Adobe Photoshop is required. Experience with Final Cut Pro or iMovie a plus. Must be Mac-proficient.

TO APPLY:
Please send a resume and cover letter by January 22, 2010 to Shelly Kim, Member Services & Donations Manager, 145 9th St. #350, San Francisco, CA 94103 or via email to shelly[at]asianamericanmedia[dot]org. No phone calls, please.

ABOUT CAAM: The Center for Asian American Media is a non-profit organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. We do this by funding, producing, distributing and exhibiting works in film, television and digital media. CAAM is an equal opportunity employer.