Job Opportunities with Urban Gateways

There are many ways you can help Urban Gateways continue using art to improve the quality of a child’s life.
 

Job Opportunities

Development Intern

Reports to: Development Director
Length of Internship: To begin ASAP. Total length determined by selected intern and supervisor.
Hours: 20 or more hours per week with flexible schedule, Monday through Friday.
Compensation: Unpaid, but college credit available.
   
Great growth opportunity to join one of Chicago’s premier arts education organizations that annually serves thousands of school children, educators and families in the Chicago metro area. As a national leader in its field, Urban Gateways has provided the highest quality arts learning experiences to Chicago-area residents for nearly 50 years.  We believe that all children deserve equal access to the arts.

The successful candidate will share our vision and bring their own blend of creativity and solid organizational skills to our growing, dynamic organization.   

Responsibilities:

  • Manage databases related to development, marketing and documentation initiatives
  • Work closely with Development team to support fundraising efforts
  • Maintain development and documentation files and records
  • Serve as primary staff liaison to the Urban Gateways New Arts Forum
  • Serve as support staff for cultivation events, special events and development activities
  • Work closely with Marketing and Communications Manager in execution of marketing plan as it pertains to programs
  • Manage ongoing website content updates
  • Gather and manage program documentation for marketing and development publications
  • Help write and edit publications
  • Manage programmatic and development-related mailing lists and distribution
  • Update and distribute media lists and press materials
  • Collect and maintain archives, including newspaper articles, video, photos, catalogs, data and evaluation materials on programs, events and projects
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

  • A Bachelor’s degree or substantial progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in one or more of the following areas: Public Relations, English, Journalism, Communications and/or Nonprofit, Organizational or Arts Management
  • A demonstrated interest in the arts and/or education
  • Excellent writing, editing, public speaking, organizational skills
  • Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, particularly with people of all backgrounds and experiences
  • Detailed oriented; ability to manage numerous tasks and projects while maintaining a positive attitude and cool demeanor; must be a team player
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and publishing applications, the internet and standard database applications

How to Apply:
Send cover letter and resume to Sherre Cullen at scullen@urbangateways.org


Volunteer Opportunities

Urban Gateways is always looking for volunteer assistance. Come join the team! Please contact us at info@urbangateways.org or (312) 922-0440.