Job Description

About GLAAD

As the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, GLAAD is at the forefront of accelerating acceptance to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation that leads to cultural change. For over 35 years, GLAAD has been a dynamic media force rewriting the script for LGBTQ acceptance. Our work tackles tough issues that shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change.

The work of GLAAD is a campaign-style work environment that operates on a breaking news cycle; there is always a high level of energy and rapid activity for everyone in the organization; preparing for the next events/activities to accomplish our important media advocacy work, challenging anti-LGBTQ rhetoric, and changing hearts and minds about our need for full equality. Staff members are expected to consciously and continuously promote the mission, values, programs, and impact of the organization when presented with opportunities for participating in membership development and reaching out to personal connections on behalf of GLAAD.

GLAAD operates with support from foundations, corporations, and individuals from every corner of the United States. Our highly skilled team of more than 60 staff works out of our Headquarters in New York, Los Angeles, and Remote Employees.

The Opportunity

The GLAAD Advertising Visibility Intern will work with GLAAD\xe2\x80\x99s Director of Agencies, Brands, and Engagement to increase the quality, quantity, and diversity of LGBTQ representation in advertising and short-form content. Key projects during this internship include the development of the second Advertising Visibility Report, developing a training Curriculum, and supporting brand partnerships.

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Candidate Profile | Competencies | Personal Qualities

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating program infrastructure and communication strategies, including blogs and emails.
• Provide strategic feedback to corporate Visibility Project and GLAAD Media Institute partners.
• Identify inclusive advertising examples and company prospects for outreach.
• Support the development of training Curriculum and ongoing brand guidelines.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.
• This is a remote role, but if located in NYC, it will be hybrid and may, at times, function out of the NYC office location.
• Six mandatory workshop sessions will be scheduled during the 12 weeks. Interns must attend these events. If they cannot participate, they should connect with their managers.

Qualifications

• Start Date: September 25th, End Date: December 11th
• Availability to work up to 30 hours a week
• Familiarity with issues impacting the LGBTQ community, including racial and social justice
• Experience in account management, marketing, media strategy, and/or corporate communications
• Ability to think creatively and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent written communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable
• Professional demeanor
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure with tight turnaround
• Inclusivity is a vital part of GLAAD\xe2\x80\x99s work. The skills necessary to create a more diverse and inclusive environment are a plus.

Education

• The ideal candidate is anyone interested in working with us, a recent graduate, or an undergraduate/graduate student in advertising, journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, digital media, or other related fields.

New Knowledge & Skills Intern Will Learn & Compensation

• Research development
• Corporate social responsibility and LGBTQ advocacy
• Project and resource management
• Business development
• 12-week program with an overall stipend of $6K for 30 hours or $4K for 20 hours and a possibility of hybrid in-person workdays if based in NYC

GLAAD Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

GLAAD is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, height and weight, or other personal characteristics as may be protected by applicable law.

Commitment to Diversity:

GLAAD was established with the premise that expanding diversity within the organization enhances the work experience and furthers the understanding of the entire mission that GLAAD is based upon. An atmosphere of civility and mutual respect towards difference is indispensable to the work process and enables the free interchange of ideas that is the basis of a successful organization. These differences may be cultural, ethnic, religious, intellectual, ideological, or political. Each of these qualities is integral to the identity we form as individuals, and all are essential to creating a vibrant workforce here at GLAAD composed of individuals with unique perspectives and backgrounds. GLAAD has committed itself to a workforce of inclusion, respect for difference, and fairness, and guarantees the same rights to all its employees to ensure the fullest degree of success within the organization.

GLAAD is also committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, height and weight, or other personal characteristics as may be protected by applicable law. We especially encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including LGBTQ people, women, people of color, and people with disabilities.

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