In business for over 30 years, Allied has built upon its roots in film advertising and publicity to become a global leader in entertainment, culture, and lifestyle marketing. Allied’s award-winning team of specialists, over 400 strong across 23 global offices, create campaigns that drive conversion for some of the world’s biggest brands in film, TV, sports, gaming, live entertainment, cultural institutions, hospitality, and consumer brands. Our teams provide best-in-class marketing solutions across a range of services including integrated paid, owned, and earned media, creative solutions, and strategic consulting.

Compensation: Unpaid, must be able to receive academic credit

Timeline: September - December (not to exceed 12 weeks)

Hours per week: 20

The Marketing & Press Intern will gain experience in press, marketing, and advertising for national touring productions. This internship is eligible for class credit, and a minimum of 20 hours per week is preferred.

We are looking for interns either based in the Chicago, IL or New York City, NY area.

Position Responsibilities:

• Research and prepare press clippings for select Allied shows
• Assist with the creation of and maintain marketing and press trackers for select Allied shows, detailing marketing figures and press events for that specific show across the country
• Attend marketing and press calls with different cities to understand those relationships and the difference in the process for each specific show and city
• Participate in brainstorm sessions for upcoming tours with regards to target audiences, suggested media mixes, creative assets, marketing and press strategies
• Proofread Playbills, press releases, media guides, and marketing guides
• Manage edits on specific show websites
• Ensure cities are maintaining the brand of a certain show by frequently checking their websites and social channels for updated production photos, copy, and logo usage

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Personable and detail oriented
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel
• Knowledge of current social media platforms and trends
• Skilled in proofreading and editing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Background in communications, journalism, marketing, and/or advertising
• Background in or demonstrated desire to learn theatre management and business
• Must be at least 18 years of age upon internship start date
• Must be a current student (undergrad or grad)
• Must be able to receive academic credit

Allied Global Marketing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.