Communications Trainee (Internship as of January 2025)

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09 October 2024

Paris / France

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ABOUT FEDORA

FEDORA - The European Circle of Philanthropists of Opera and Ballet (www.fedora-platform.com) is a non-profit organisation that supports creativity and innovation in opera and ballet. Through its funding programmes, the FEDORA Prizes Biennale and the Next Stage Grants, FEDORA provides both funding opportunities and capacity-building to its network of over 130 opera houses and dance companies all over Europe.

Internationally recognised as the largest opera and dance competition and European Platform for new work in opera and dance, FEDORA aims to guarantee the future of these art forms in Europe. Four prizes are awarded to promising teams who collaborate on the creation of new opera and dance co-productions, and on the involvement and education of new and young audiences. And the Next Stage grants are attributed to projects that drive innovation through sustainable, inclusive and digital transformation on, behind and beyond the stage.

Internship Missions

The Communications Department at FEDORA handles the strategic development of FEDORA's online and offline presence. As a Trainee, you will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of cultural communication and work closely with the Communications Manager and team members.

  • Assist in the development and creation of content for online and offline communications

  • Manage community engagement on social media and support influencer marketing efforts, with a focus on increasing visibility, boosting fundraising campaigns and promoting winning dance and opera creations

  • Coordinate content for press relations in collaboration with partner agencies

  • Track and alayse data to support strategic decision-making and provide insights for senior management reporting

  • Conduct research and benchmark best practices in communications to guide strategy and brand development

  • Support the production and coordination of filmed interviews and video content

  • Organise online and offline communication material developed for strategic events

The Trainee will learn about cultural philanthropy in the field of opera and ballet while assisting the Communications Manager's work with strategic communications partners and agencies. Communications will revolve around the activity of FEDORA of its philanthropic community, its network of over 130 opera houses, dance companies and festivals, and artists who led innovative opera and dance creations, involved in the past editions of the FEDORA Prizes Competition.

Profile Description

Education & Work experience
We are seeking a candidate with communication skills and experience :

  • Master’s degree in any field, preferably communications, digital marketing, business administration, marketing management, cultural management or social sciences

  • Previous experience in communications, digital marketing and social media management is preferable

Required Skills:

  • Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written)

  • Outstanding organisational, planning and time-management skills

  • Proactive and independent work style, with good team spirit

  • Attention to detail and outstanding organisational skills

  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere), Microsoft Office and Google tools (Google drive suite, YouTube, Analytics, etc.)

Contract Dates

As of January 2025 (6 months, “convention de stage” required).

How to Apply

You can apply via the form here.

Application Deadline

1 December 2024

Work Locations

FEDORA, Palais Garnier, 8 rue Scribe, 75009 Paris, France
79 rue du Mont-Cenis, 75018, Paris, France
and remote working

Compensation

Internship wage according to legislation in France + 50% public transport ticket + access to the company cafeteria.

Contact

For more information, contact:
Nicolas VILESPY
Finance & Operations Manager
nicolas.vilespy@fedora-circle.com
Join Us

Apply for this internship in the form below.     

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