Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Digital Media Production Arts Intern

Background | Details | Eligibility

Background

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History (CMNH), founded in 1920, is located in the heart of University Circle, five miles east of downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Considered one of the finest institutions of its kind in North America, the Museum offers an incredible visitor experience, attracting roughly 275,000 visitors a year.

There are more than 140 public education programs and over 80,000 students served annually. The Museum employs about 115 people. Building on its strong foundation of excellence in education and research, the Museum is poised to transform itself. The Museum will invite and engage a broader audience in the exploration of science and the natural world by revolutionizing the way it presents natural history.

The Museum has currently launched a capital campaign to support a dramatic renovation and expansion of its facilities and exhibits. This ambitious plan will position the Museum to play a leading role in regional and national efforts to improve science education and increase scientific literacy.

 

Details

INTERNS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM.

Overview

The Museum is seeking a dynamic, creative and energetic individual who is passionate about the Museum and its mission; exhibits strong project management and organizational skills; is looking for new challenges; and enjoys working in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up animation and storyboard project files.

• Function as an assistant editor in the creation of video and audio media pieces.

• Assist digitization technicians in the scanning and 3D printing of museum objects.

• Create original concept sketches for internal proposals for new media pieces.

• Attend programs, events, and educational programming for the purpose of photography

• Provide and accept feedback regarding projects

• Attend project check-in and planning meetings

• Other responsibilities and support as needed

Requirements, Skills, and Qualifications

  • Strong arts portfolio demonstrating competent drawing skills

  • Knowledge of photography and video practices

  • Working knowledge of Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, etc.

  • Interest in interactive media and game design

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites, including PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Outlook

  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently

  • Highly organized

  • A level of creativity with regard to visual storytelling

  • Collaborative team player

  • Strong written and verbal communications skills

HOURS PER WEEK: 28 (Monday–Thursday); Onsite
Will require occasional evenings and weekends for Mandel Community Days and select events. 

Compensation

  • $20.00 per hour

INTERNS WILL WORK 28 HOURS PER WEEK AND ATTEND A MANDATORY OFFSITE PROGRAM DAY ONE DAY PER WEEK WITH THEIR COHORT.

  • Internship Period: June 10 – August 12

  • Total Weeks: 9 weeks

  • Work Hours per Week: 28 

  • Total Hours: 252

  • Workdays: 4 days per week onsite

PROGRAM DAY:

  • On Fridays, interns will attend an offsite program day with their cohort.

  • These hours are separate from the internship hours.

 

Eligibility

Before applying, verify that you...

  1. Will be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student. You must be a rising junior or senior as of June 2024.

  2. Reside or attend college/university within Cuyahoga County.

  3. We collect information about your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). (This number is on the Student Aid Report on your FAFSA form.)
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Eligibility Application Process

  1. To apply for an Arts Intern position, click here and fill out the eligibility application form for Arts Intern Summer 2024.

  2. Your application will be reviewed by Arts Intern staff. If approved, Studio Institute will send you an email confirming your eligibility and advise you of next steps in the application process.”

  3. Once you have been verified as eligible for Arts Intern, you can apply to as many positions as you'd like. You do not have to submit the eligibility application more than once.

Questions or Concerns?

Contact us at: artsintern@studioinstitute.org.