Artist Management Apprentice

Dunamis Inc. 15 Channel Center St.

Suite 103 Boston, MA 02210

Date Posted:

April 29, 2026

Region:

Eastern Massachusetts Category:

Administrative Type:

Intern

Artist Management Apprentice Description:

The Dunamis Arts Management Apprenticeship (AMA) program is seeking Boston-based emerging arts-managers of color. What does it mean to be an arts-manager? What type of arts-manager do you want to be? ?Whether its creating engaging digital content, creating amunity event or working with our partners across the city, our paid, summer apprenticeship will provide hands-on learning in marketing, event production, and cultural programming, that will give you the experience you need to succeed! Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assistant Producing Jamaica Plain Porchfest:

An event that buildsmunity - across the divides of race, class, culture and immigrant status - through the power of the arts. You will have the chance to bring this festival to life through the roles that will include but are not limited to: Production Assistant, Project Support, Marketing Assistant, Volunteer Liaison and Communications Assistant.

Professional Development Workshops:

You will join the Dunamis team for professional development workshops designed exclusively for you.

Weekly One-On-Ones:

You will meet with a Dunamis team member to have open discussions on your experiences within the apprenticeship, and help you plan for your future.

Capstone Project:

You will design ananization, program or institution from the ground up. They will identify a problem to solve and outline a plan to build up equity, diversity, and access from the start.

Administrative Support:

You will assist the Dunamis team and attend our weekly staff-meetings.

Compensation:

Stipend of $1,500 for the summer. We can also assist with transportation in the form of bus passes. This google form must bepleted fully by May 15th 11:59 pm in order to be considered a candidate for the AMA summer program. The Apprenticeship will run from July 6th-August 26th. •Any and all persons who require to record video in order to , you will find an option at the bottom of the page to upload a video interview. All interviews must not exceed 6 minutes. If you chose this option just write n/a in all the question boxes and upload your video at the end of the form. Best of luck! Please email any questions or concerns to DeShaun Gordon-King, dgordonkingdunamisboston.

Qualifications:

Communication Skills:

Written, verbal, and active listening skills are universally valued

Adaptability/Flexibility:

Showing you can manage change and new processes

Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking:

Ability to analyze situations and act efficiently.

Teamwork & Collaboration:

Working effectively with colleagues and Dunamis staff members.

Time Management & Organization:

Prioritizing tasks, assignment deadlines, and 1-on-1s.

Positive Attitude/Growth Mindset:

A willingness to learn and work well under pressure.