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.

The Assistant Marketing Manager 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. 

Reporting directly to the Marketing Manager, the Assistant Marketing Manager will assist  in overseeing the marketing intern and be responsible for the co-ordinating and  organising of SBC’s marketing operations to achieve the organisation’s marketing, corporate communication, partnership and sponsorship goals. 

In particular, the Assistant Marketing Manager will work closely on a number of SBC’s  events such as workshops (e.g. SBC Academy), community outreach events (e.g. SBC Campus and Little Campus), and signature events (e.g. Asian Festival of Children’s Content, Singapore Literature Prize, Singapore Translation Symposium). 

The Assistant Marketing Manager will also utilise insights from digital and social media  marketing to provide SBC’s senior management with information to make informed  decisions to strengthen SBC’s online presence. 

We welcome candidates from diverse professional backgrounds who are looking to  make a mid-career switch and eager to apply their knowledge and experience in a new context. 

Responsibilities: 

1. Social Media and Digital Content Management 

- Oversee the SBC social media calendar and manage all social media channels and  accounts under SBC’s marketing purview 

- Develop and execute innovative content marketing strategies with the marketing  intern for social media, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Youtube,  TikTok and LinkedIn 

- Manage the SBC website and AFCC website with the marketing intern to ensure that  all content is updated, accurate and accessible 

- Utilise digital and social media analytics to analyse and strengthen marketing efforts - Utilise online email marketing platforms to ensure the delivery of SBC’s e-newsletters 

2. Project Management 

- Day-to-day project co-ordination for various SBC marketing campaigns: Liaise with  internal stakeholders, including Executive Director and programmes department, to  ensure smooth execution of marketing campaigns 

- Track progress of SBC’s creative production of marketing collaterals

- Liaise with external vendors including, but not limited to: graphic designers, photographers, web developers, videographers, and printers for the delivery of SBC’s  marketing materials 

3. Marketing Strategy and Execution 

- Design, copywrite, edit and proofread SBC’s marketing collaterals with the marketing intern 

- Develop marketing and outreach strategies with the Marketing Manager to publicise  SBC’s programmes, strengthen SBC’s branding, and grow the SBC community, including  identifying potential collaborators and partnerships 

- Provide operational, logistical and marketing support for SBC events 

4. Donations/Sponsorships 

- Assist the Marketing Manager and Executive Director in SBC’s fundraising efforts,  including drafting sponsorship proposals; prospecting potential donors and sponsors; coordinating donation campaigns and managing donor relations 

Job Requirements: 

- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Art/Design, Creative Multimedia, Mass  Communications, Advertising/Media or equivalent 

- Minimum 5 years experience, preferably in digital marketing, content creation or  social media management in the arts  

- Strong communication skills in both written and spoken English 

- Proficiency in Canva; knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator is  advantageous 

- Basic foundation/knowledge of photo editing and video editing 

- Proficiency in Chinese, Malay and/or Tamil is advantageous

We are looking for a team player who: 

- Has strong interpersonal skills 

- Is able to work on weekends and weekday evenings to support SBC events when  necessary 

- Has an eye for graphic design and a way with words 

- Is thorough and detail-oriented 

- Exercises sound judgement and is able to work on multiple projects simultaneously  - Is Independent and proactive  

- Has a keen interest in the literary arts