Career and Volunteer Opportunities

Videographer | Blogging Interns | Development Volunteer

Videographer: Request for Proposals

January 3, 2012

The Jewish Women’s Archive*, a non-profit organization based in Brookline, MA, is seeking a videographer to produce a compelling short video that explains who we are and what we do. The video will be hosted on YouTube and featured on the About Us page of our website. It will also be shown to potential donors at a major fundraising event in New York City on March 18, 2012.

The video must be under three minutes in length; in that time, it must inform and excite viewers about the work of JWA. We envision a combination of still photos, video, and animation. We have a limited budget for new photography, permission for images, and licenses for music.

You can get a general idea of what we have in mind by looking at the video we made in-house (using iMovie) for a “Jewish Futures” video competition in 2011. We have also developed an outline for a treatment that conveys the message we want the video to communicate in a lively and engaging way (contact Leah Berkenwald for more information).

We are looking for a videographer (videographers) with the following qualifications:

• Experience producing short-form video for the Web;
• History of working with non-profit clients who have limited resources;
• Access to and proficiency with professional equipment and editing software;
• Ability to deliver finished product by March 1, 2012.
• Some familiarity/experience with animation preferred.

If you are interested in bidding on this project, please contact Leah Berkenwald no later than January 17, 2011:

• Letter explaining how you would approach the project;
• Proposed timeline;
• Proposed budget (itemized);
• Summary of relevant qualifications;
• Samples of similar work (2-3) (links, please); and
• Contact info for three references.

Please do not call; use email for any questions you might have.

*The mission of the Jewish Women's Archive is to uncover, chronicle, and transmit the rich history of American Jewish women. Founded in 1995, JWA is nationally recognized as a vital contributor to a more expansive and inclusive vision of Jewish life, past, present and future. Through innovative use of technology and collaborative partnerships, JWA has successfully changed the way history is researched, recorded, and taught.

The Jewish Women's Archive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Blogging Interns

The Jewish Women's Archive, a national non-profit based in Brookline, MA, has openings for unpaid blogging interns 5–10 hours/week beginning in September. Academic year positions may also be available.

Position Summary

Do you feel at home in the blogosphere? Are you unafraid to speak your mind? Are you interested in Jewish culture, feminism, politics, history, books, food, education, popular culture? Do you love to write blog posts and have a desire to do so professionally?

JWA is looking for a blogging intern to write for and assist in acquiring content for its blog, Jewesses with Attitude. The ideal candidate will take the initiative to pitch story ideas in addition to writing on a variety of topics. We are looking for someone who can keep up with the fast-paced world of blogging. If an important story breaks at 11 p.m., we need to have a post ready the next morning!

Responsibilities

• Keep tabs on conversations relevant to Jewish women happening in the blogosphere and other media;
• Come up with and pitch ideas for blog posts;
• Write posts as assigned;
• Edit posts for style, grammar, and spelling;
• Locate Creative Commons licensed photos to upload with posts;
• Help promote Jewesses with Attitude via targeted PR and social media;
• Help recruit guest bloggers.

Experience & Qualifications

• Excellent writing and communication skills;
• Familiarity with blogs and with blogging conventions, tone, etc.;
• Prior blogging/Internet writing experience (on a personal or professional level);
• Creativity; curiosity; ability to work independently;
• Knowledge of/interest in issues relevant to Jewish women;
• Experience in writing, journalism, or marketing communications strongly preferred.

Time Commitment

• 5-10 hours a week.
• Can work out of our Brookline, MA, office or telecommute.
• You must be available weekdays by email/phone.

Benefits

• Professional blogging and social media experience;
• Opportunity to enhance your resume;
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of internship;
• Referrals on LinkedIn;
• Ability to build your portfolio and reach an audience of 10-12,000 unique monthly visitors.

About JWA

The Jewish Women's Archive (JWA) is a non-profit organization located in Brookline, MA. Founded in 1995, JWA is devoted to sharing the stories, struggles, and achievements of Jewish women in North America in order to enrich the way we understand the past and to ensure a more inclusive future. JWA has amassed the most extensive collection of material anywhere on American Jewish women, and it can be accessed for free by anyone with an Internet connection. Our website is a destination for people seeking knowledge, a sense of connection and community, and a way to affirm and enhance the legacy of American Jewish women.

Please apply online and include:

• Cover letter with one professional reference and 2-3 samples of (or links to) your strongest posts
• Current resume

The Jewish Women's Archive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Development Volunteer

Position Overview:

The Jewish Women's Archive seeks a Development Department volunteer, 8 – 16 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help the Development Department produce donor profiles and mailings.
• Conduct foundation research.
• Assist with other aspects of Department administration.

Qualifications:

Familiarity with development software (Donor Perfect or Raiser's Edge) a plus; excellent Excel/Word skills essential. This position involves a high degree of confidentiality and references are required.

We are conveniently located in Brookline, accessible by the MBTA Green Line and buses.

Please submit cover letter and resume online.

The Jewish Women's Archive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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