Social Media & Administration Intern

Company Overview

Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan (SOTS) is looking to hire a dynamic and engaging postsecondary student to join our team for up to two 20-week internships from January to August to help support our marketing and administration departments. 

Part of Saskatoon’s thriving theatre scene, SOTS is a vibrant and exciting company looking to grow and develop into the future. Founded in 1985 SOTS has been a fixture on the South Saskatchewan River for over 35 years. SOTS is a registered non-profit charity and member of PACT. Each summer we produce 2 – 3 professional theatrical productions from the Shakespeare canon for audiences of up to 10,000 people. In 2020 we opened our newly renovated 7-milliondollar festival site and are excited about the potential and possibilities it will bring for years to come.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Social Media & Administration Intern will actively participate in the planning and execution of the SOTS social media marketing plan and other duties as assigned. Typical duties shall include:

MARKETING/SOCIAL MEDIA (60%)

·         Active involvement in Marketing department through social Media Content creation

·         Execute social media campaigns to promote the Theatre, Festival and Productions with high regard and respect for the mandate, vision and values of Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan

·         Respond in real time to posts on social media in a friendly, respectful and engaging manner in coordination with the Director of Marketing & Communications

·         Assist planning and delivery of donor engagement and special events as required

·         Promotion of Players’ Series

·         Create graphic design content in Canva or Adobe Photoshop & Premiere)

·         Be an active team member responsible for creating unique and effective strategies to boost ticket sales in response to real time data

·         Assist in maintaining SOTS website, social media pages, Google Business pages and other online platforms as required

FESTIVAL ADMINISTRATION (40%)

·         Work 1 or 2 weekly Front of House and/or Box Office shifts as required (July/August only)

·         Cash handling and reconciliation

·         Supply procurement and delivery to and from festival site

·         Data entry, filing, mailing, and other day to day office duties as required

Other duties as assigned

We recognize that this position is intended for emerging professionals. Even if you do not possess all the skills and qualifications listed below but find yourself draw to this position, we encourage you to apply as opportunity to develop your skills will be part of this position.

SKILLS

·         High level written and verbal skills

·         Adept at social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok

·         Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excell, OneDrive, and SharePoint

·         Experience in graphic design considered an asset

·         Previous experience executing social media campaigns considered an asset

·         Creative and unique voice

·         Ability to work collaboratively

·         Ability to work with competing deadlines in a high pace environment

·         Ability to work independently

·         Time management

·         Comfort with speaking in front of a crowd

·         Ability to stay cool under pressure

·         Love of the arts

QUALIFICATIONS

·         This position is grant funded and the successful candidate must quality for a TechNation internship. To find out if you do – please follow this link.

·         High school diploma

·         Driver’s license considered an asset

RENUMERATION AND BENEFITS

·         $16.58/hour (Approx 20 hours/week January – April. 30 hours/week May to August)

·         Flexible hours

·         Paid Vacation Days

·         Reimbursement for use of vehicle at Sask government rates

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
Funding has been secured for January to April, 2023 at 20 hours per week. Exact start/end dates are flexible. Funding for May to August, 2023 is TBC.