The Westcott House Foundation:
New Media Strategist Internship
Fellowship Application for Digital Museums Webinar
The web is your home: MySpace, Facebook, YouTube ... you're there. The Westcott House Foundation is not. We are looking for a new media strategist intern that will explore opportunities for The Westcott House Foundation to access the world of social networking.
Requirements
The intern will research opportunities for The Westcott House Foundation to participate in and manage blogs and and profiles on social networking sites such as YouTube, MySpace, Facebook, Second Life, etc. Participate in marketing planning for The Westcott House Foundation's Centennial Campaign and meet with experts in new media business. Optional participation in Webinar on "Museums and Technology" paid by The Westcott House Foundation.
You will work under the supervision of Sonja Ostendorf-Rupp, Director of Museum Operations, and meet weekly to discuss the progress. Research maybe conducted from home or during office hours of The Westcott Foundation. Additional planning meetings with the staff will be scheduled during the week.
Timeframe: January - May (other times available)
Credit: Academic Credits Applicable
Compensation: Paid Internship
The Westcott House Foundation:
Cited as one of Frank Lloyd Wright's most important homes, The Westcott House in Springfield, Ohio was recently restored to its 1908 glory at a cost of nearly $5.8 million. This 4,400-sq. ft. home was commissioned by auto magnate Burton Westcott and is the only example of Wright's famous Prairie style architecture in Ohio.
The Westcott House, located at 1340 East High St., is open to the public Wednesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm and Sunday 1-5pm. The Museum Store offers distinct gifts inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's timeless designs.
The Westcott House Foundations vision is to become a leading Frank Lloyd Wright home museum, a center of excellence for design innovation, and an integral part of the educational infrastructure of the region.
To apply for this internship please invite Sonja Ostendorf-Rupp, Director of Museum Operations, sostendorf@westcotthouse.org to view your profile at MySpace, YouTube, etc and personal statement outlining your ideas by e-mail.