Internship: Music Teacher & Lead Vocalist (Click Here)
Internship: Music & Ministry (Click Here)
Position: Music and Ministry Intern
Location: Voice Up Publishing Inc. (Remote)
Duration: 10-12 weeks, flexible hours.
Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer and Professional Letter of Recommendation from the award-winning Founder.
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About Us:
We are a faith-based organization dedicated to using the creative arts, especially music and the visual arts, as a powerful tool for sharing the Good News. Our mission is to engage and inspire individuals to deepen their faith through various forms of artistic expression. By working with musicians, student leaders, and creative professionals, we create experiences that amplify and spread the Gospel using the most relevant in person, on campus events and social media platforms.
Position Overview:
The Music and Ministry Intern will have the opportunity to blend a passion for the arts with a heart for ministry. This internship offers practical experience in developing faith-based media and messaging rooted in forgiveness and judgement free opportunities to connect with fellow students The intern will assist in creating outreach content for ministry events, and producing media that helps spread the Good News. You will collaborate with faith-based leaders and teams talented in the creative arts to explore how music, the visual arts, drama, and media can be effectively used to uplift and connect people.
Responsibilities:
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Assist in planning and coordinating small group meetings, devotionals, special events, and artistic performances that integrate the creative arts with faith-based ministry.
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Create original multimedia content (videos, graphics, social media posts) that shares the Good News of the Gospel in compelling and innovative ways.
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Collaborate with musicians, vocalists, and other creatives to share, promote, and produce music the connects across many cultures, including small concert performance, and digital faith experiences.
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Help lead or participate in small group study and/or devotional sessions with a focus on how the arts can strengthen faith-based connections.
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Develop social media strategies that use the arts to engage and minister to a broader audience.
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Assist in organizing outreach events or missions that involve music, drama, or other creative forms to serve the community.
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Work on audio/video production for ministry-related content, intervies, or podcasts.
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Participate in brainstorming sessions to come up with new and innovative ways to share the Gospel through the creative arts.
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Assist with the promotion of regional talent searches for creative art leaders inspired to share positive messages that building stronger connections.
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Perform administrative tasks such as organizing event logistics, managing project timelines, and handling communications with team members.
Qualifications:
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Strong faith and a desire to use the creative arts to spread the Gospel
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Passionate about music and ministry, with a heart for worship and evangelism.
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Basic knowledge of faith music ministries is a plus.
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Skills or interest in video/audio production, graphic design, or other creative arts are preferred.
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Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation for ministry purposes.
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Strong communication and organizational skills, with an ability to work well both independently and within a team.
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Eagerness to learn and grow spiritually, artistically, and professionally.
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A servant-hearted attitude, willing to support the vision of the ministry.
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Benefits:
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Develop hands-on experience in ministry and worship leadership.
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Gain insight into how the arts can be used as tools for evangelism and spiritual growth.
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Build a portfolio of creative work in music, media, and ministry settings.
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Collaborate with faith leaders, worship teams, and creative professionals.
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Opportunities for mentorship and spiritual development.
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Make a lasting impact by helping to spread the Gospel through the creative arts.
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How to Apply:
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Submit your resume, three questions that you have about the internship, and any relevant portfolio items (music samples, media projects, or ministry involvement) to info@ellingtonbooks.com
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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
We welcome applicants with diverse artistic skills and backgrounds, united by a commitment to using their gifts to strengthen and share their faith journey.
Careers in Behavioral Health by J Ellington
Internship: Music Teacher & Lead Vocalist
Music Teacher &
Lead Vocalist for Social Impact Internship
Remote Position
Schedule, Duration, Position Type
-Contract, Part-Time, Internship
-Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer (Unpaid)
- Flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules
- Minimum commitment: 3 months
- Start date: Flexible
- Full ownership of all intellectual property rights
- 50/50 split on all net proceeds
Position Overview
Join Voice Up as a Music Teacher & Lead Vocalist Intern, creating original music that bridges diverse musical traditions to address mental health awareness and community connection. You'll compose and perform songs that span multiple genres - from R&B to folk, jazz to Afrobeat, and country music - while focusing on messages of hope, healing, and social change.
Intellectual Property & Revenue Structure
- Interns maintains full ownership of all original intellectual property
- 50/50 split of net proceeds from all commercial use of created works
- Retention of rights to use intellectual property in personal portfolio
- Co-branding opportunities on all products and materials
- Transparent quarterly revenue reporting and distribution
- Clear attribution rights on all published works
- Collaborative marketing opportunities
- Input on product development and distribution
Key Responsibilities
- Compose original songs focused on mental and behavioral health themes
- Create music that bridges different cultural and musical traditions
- Develop lyrics that address social issues while offering hope
- Collaborate with musicians from various backgrounds
- Participate in weekly Saturday afternoon collaborative sessions with our nationwide team of student leaders
- Document the songwriting and creative process
- Research musical traditions and their role in social movements
- Build connections between different musical communities
Required Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university
- Strong musical composition and performance abilities
- Experience in multiple musical genres
- Understanding of music's role in social change
- Ability to write meaningful, impactful lyrics
- Basic music production skills
- Cultural sensitivity and appreciation
- Interest in mental health advocacy
Musical Focus Areas
- Folk traditions and storytelling
- R&B and soul expression
- Jazz improvisation and collaboration
- Afrobeat rhythms and energy
- Country music narrative styles
- Cross-cultural fusion
- Community-based music making
- Therapeutic music applications
What You'll Gain
- Portfolio of original compositions
- Experience in cross-genre creation
- Understanding of music's social impact
- Skills in collaborative composition
- Network of musicians nationwide
- Project management experience
- Letter of support from Voice Up's founder upon successful completion
- Real-world music advocacy experience
Project Deliverables
- Minimum of 3-5 original compositions
- Documentation of creative process
- Collaborative music projects
- Performance recordings
- Impact measurement reports
- Community engagement strategies
- Musical resource library
- Cultural context documentation
Team Structure
You'll join a dynamic team of 20 emerging college student leaders across the nation, participating in weekly Saturday afternoon meetings while developing musical initiatives for social change.
To Apply
Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com
Please submit:
- Your resume
- Musical portfolio/samples
- Statement about music's role in social change
- List of musical influences
Creative Guidelines
- Focus on positive, uplifting messages
- Address mental health sensitively
- Incorporate multiple cultural influences
- Create accessible, engaging music
- Maintain authenticity across genres
- Consider audience engagement
- Include collaborative elements
- Respect cultural traditions
Voice Up Publishing Inc. believes in the power of music to create social change and build community. We seek musicians who can bridge different traditions while creating meaningful impact.
Key Project Goals
- Create purpose-centered music
- Bridge cultural divisions
- Raise mental health awareness
- Build community through song
- Document musical impact
- Develop collaborative processes
- Share cultural traditions
- Foster musical dialogue
Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Musical versatility
- Cultural appreciation
- Songwriting ability
- Collaborative spirit
- Social awareness
- Production skills
- Performance experience
- Cross-cultural understanding
Special consideration given to candidates with:
- Multi-instrumental abilities
- Recording experience
- Cross-genre expertise
- Mental health advocacy experience
- Community music leadership
- Cultural music study
- Collaborative projects
- Social impact through arts
Voice Up Publishing Inc. is committed to using music as a tool for positive social change. We welcome applications from musicians who can help create a soundtrack for healing, connection, and community building.
This role requires both musical excellence and social consciousness. The ideal candidate will understand how different musical traditions can come together to create powerful messages of hope and change. We particularly value candidates who can authentically engage with multiple musical traditions while respecting their cultural origins.