The Programmes intern will be working in a dynamic, innovative and nurturing environment. As SBC is a non-profit charity, the intern will have the opportunity to work on various aspects of running an arts organisation, including programme design and execution, and events management, among others.

Some of the intern’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Planning, coordinating and managing programmes and events;
• Liaising with writers, translators, publishers, and artists;
• Liaising with partners, supporters and other arts industry stakeholders; and,
• Coordinating logistics and operations.

The intern is expected to be able to work independently as well as collaboratively, be highly motivated, open to working in a flexible environment and keen to contribute.

We are looking for interns who have good communication, office and design skills. It is preferable but not required that the intern has a passion for writing, reading and books, has a penchant for SingLit and is bilingual (English and one of the official mother tongue languages).

The intern will report to the Programmes Manager.

You should be able to commit to this full-time role for three to six months.

Please indicate your preferred window and length of internship. We are open to other suggested windows if they fit within our work calendar.

The Marketing intern will be working in a dynamic, innovative and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing various strategies and marketing campaigns, aligned with the objective of raising brand awareness for SBC and raising the profile of its programmes.

In particular, these programmes encompass our workshops and community outreach events, and our signature events, including #BuySingLit, Asian Festival of Children’s Content, Beyond Words, SBC CAMPUS, Singapore Literature Prize and Singapore Translation Symposium.

Respnsibilities:

1. Design Production

   Working on a range of marketing material for SBC's programmes and marketing campaigns. That range from, but is not limited to: creating, designing and laying out appealing designs for SBC's newsletter, electronic direct mailers (EDM), social media, web banners, physical posters, email signatures, PowerPoint presentations, physical brochures and outdoor banners.

2. Digital Marketing/Content Management

   Assisting with the administration of SBC's website, ensuring timely updates of website advertisements and updating third party event site listings with SBC programmes.

3. Social Media Management

   Researching and scheduling social media content on SBC's social media to reinforce SBC's brand identity and extend SBC's online reach.

4. Administration and Logistics

   To provide assistance, as and when needed, to the programmes team for logistics during events and festivals.

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator
• Strong command of English; knowledge of a spoken and written second language (Chinese, Malay or Tamil) is advantageous
• Responsiveness to work within a short timeline
• Proactive and able to display initiative
• Understanding and passion for Singapore literature is advantageous

The intern will report to the Head of Marketing.