This was my fourth week working at Omnibus Clapham—the old Clapham library turned community arts venue. For the better part of the last three weeks I’ve been executing miscellaneous tasks rather characteristic of an intern: imputing data, creating/managing a Facebook alumni group, (wo)manning the box office desk addressing visitors and answering phone calls… The one exception to these odd jobs was a research project with the aim of finding a customer relationship management software optimal for our nonprofit. It was interesting to understand the details of running a small organization and the project provided some much needed continuity. Since completing the task, I’ve been hopeful to take on a more permanent role in Production—a department with the promise of continuity as they can always use more hands with upcoming events. However, this last week the visual arts intern role needed filling and in talking with my supervisor on Monday, that position is now mine. Though I’ve found the department to be relatively chaotic, run by volunteers with random schedules, I’m optimistic I can bring some strategy and organization to the visual arts team. I’ve got my work cut out for me!
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