Event Coordination

Event Coordination Intern

At Heat Dance we create cutting‑edge dance material that guests can’t stop sharing. Heat Dance is seeking outstanding candidates for a variety of creative and business‑centered internships. We look forward to meeting you!

About the Company

Based in LA, Heat Dance was founded on the belief that people are happier and healthier when they have rich experiences in movement and sensory input (e.g., Dance). Heat provides an interactive dance community and education platform online, inspired by the immersive dance experiences we deliver daily in our state‑of‑the‑art studios—part dance class, part exercise, part immersive theatre. Our goal is to create a happier, healthier society through dance and technology.

Job Description

Heat Dance is currently seeking an intern to join our Events team who is self‑motivated and has a passion for entertainment, music/dance, and putting on magical experiences. Our Events team arranges parties, press events, pop‑ups, and represents Heat Dance to the media and external organizations. The ideal candidate is well‑organized, possesses excellent communication skills, and is thoughtfully audience‑focused when interacting with online communities and building relationships.

The intern will work under the Creative Director to manage the Heat Dance events from beginning to execution and handle communications with entertainment agents, guests, and people in all positions at external media companies. You will learn how to pitch event concepts, build design boards, and account for all elements of high‑profile large events. The position is well suited for someone who uses Pinterest, stays in‑touch with current pop culture, and is interested in a career in entertainment, event coordinating, or PR.

Location

Offices & studios in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA, in‑person.

Dates

2020 Summer Session: June 1 – September 18 with Orientation on Wednesday, May 27. 2020 Fall Session: September 8 – December 18 with Orientation on Wednesday, September 2.

Hours

At least 2 days per week Monday‑Friday for 6 hours each; generally flexible between 10 am‑7 pm. Depending on the team/department, specific days/times will be arranged with your manager. Special Events may occur outside of these time frames and interns will be expected to make themselves available outside of educational & professional commitments.

Compensation

Unpaid internship; selection requires eligibility for school credit or participation on a volunteer basis.

Future

Can lead to increased responsibilities and involvement over time, with the potential to expand into the PR, digital marketing, or design areas based on the intern’s proven skills and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Create an event dance‑related contest to build interest in the brand – work with other interns and departments to host an event or manage a contest or marketing experience.
• Gather a team of interns and delegate tasks to help make your vision a reality.
• Work with the marketing & graphic design teams to market events.
• Brainstorm regularly: collaborate with marketing to assist with content, campaigns, and marketing.
• Monitor trends in social media, entertainment, dance, and applications and apply that knowledge to create viral content that will increase word‑of‑mouth.
• Anything else that may interest you! We wear many hats and are intentional in finding opportunities to develop our team members.

Desired Skills

• Excellent social skills and emotional intelligence.
• A proactive self‑starter who enjoys autonomy and taking action.
• Great communicator, responsive over email & telephone.
• Bonus points for interest in photography, branding, and/or journalism.
• Proactive idea generator (we love new ideas).
• Efficiency – work smarter, not harder.
• A sense of humor and natural creativity.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while working with team members.
• Expertise in Microsoft Word, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent in all forms of communication, especially written.
• Meticulous attention to detail in setting and guest experience.