Marketing Intern at ART X

ART X is a pioneering cultural organisation that creates platforms and experiences to celebrate and amplify Africa’s culture. Founded in 2012 by Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, our flagship platforms include: ART X Lagos — the leading international art fair in West Africa; ART X Live! — a unique fusion of live music and art; and the Access ART X Prize — an annual award championing emerging artists across Africa and its Diaspora.

Job Title: Marketing Intern

Location: Lagos

Duration: 4 Months

Job Summary

• ART X  is excited to offer a dynamic and hands-on internship programme for a cohort of enthusiastic, and energetic individuals to contribute to our upcoming campaign season and 10th year anniversary fair.
• This 4-month paid internship will run from August to November, providing a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and contribute meaningfully to the operations of the leading international art fair in West Africa.
• Over the course of the programme, interns will become integral members of their respective teams, providing support while gaining valuable experience. These teams include: Admin, Guest Relations and Marketing.
• This is a full-time, in-person internship programme, based in Lagos for four months, from August to November. NYSC candidates are welcome to apply. All interns must provide their own laptop and smartphone.
• This programme offers a pathway for the Admin Intern role in particular to transition into an extended Intern position after the initial 4 months.

Focus:

• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of our Marketing team by providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure efficient execution of marketing campaigns, sponsorship initiatives, and partnership projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the Marketing team in the development, implementation, coordination of marketing strategies, campaigns, and activities.
• Provide administrative assistance to the Marketing team, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings and coordinating travel arrangements.
• Review all marketing assets produced against the brand guidelines and approved copy and design mock-ups to ensure they are error free.
• Assist in planning and executing marketing events, sponsorship activities, and partnership initiatives by coordinating logistics, materials, and on-site support.
• Assist in managing relationships with external vendors and service providers, ensuring all paperwork is administered correctly and the timely delivery and quality of services.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is a graduate with a passion for art and culture.
• You are  detail-oriented, highly organised, and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Other key requirements include:

• A minimum of a  Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• A strong cultural alignment with ART X’s values of excellence, ownership, kindness, integrity – consistently going the extra mile as a catalyst for change
• A genuine passion for art and culture, and alignment with ART X’s values and mission
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Respect for confidentiality and professional conduct
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Docs

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter, as well as a written statement sharing your motivation and career aspirations to: [email protected] using “Intern (Marketing)” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.