Internship - Communication & Artist Relations - Studio Apelbaum, Berlin

Job description

Studio Apelbaum (in collaboration with Analogdream e.V.), based between Berlin Prenzlauer Berg and Lichtenberg , develops a practice at the intersection of oil painting, technology, and immersive environments. At the core of the studio are cognitive paintings — layered oil works that reveal hidden images through light, movement, and interaction, using custom-built LED systems and software. The studio operates as both a production space and a collaborative environment, bringing together painters, engineers, performers, and communicators. This internship is focused on the development of communication, network-building, and visibility in the lead-up to the exhibition: I Want You to Love Me More Berlin Art Week 2026 Tasks Phase 1 — Studio Immersion (First Month) Assist with LED soldering and panel assembly Observe and support the construction of cognitive paintings Participate in daily studio workflows This phase allows you to understand how the artworks are built, in order to communicate them accurately. Phase 2 — Communication & Growth Instagram & Visibility Develop and execute a content strategy Grow the Instagram account (target: 10k → 20k) Create and publish posts, reels, and stories Engage with artists, galleries, and institutions Networking & Outreach Identify relevant galleries, painters, and curators Initiate contact (primarily via Instagram) Build ongoing relationships over time Artist Coordination Communicate with invited artists (approx. 10 participants) Coordinate artwork logistics (delivery, pickup, placement) Ensure smooth communication before and during the exhibition Exhibition Preparation Support communication and organization for the show Assist during installation and Berlin Art Week Requirements We are looking for people who create . This does not only mean visual artists. We welcome: Artists Engineers and builders Communication profiles and strategists Event producers or curatorial profiles Hybrid practices For us, an artist is someone who develops ideas and projects beyond standardized or purely commercial frameworks. You should: Be developing your own project (artistic, technical, or conceptual) Be curious, proactive, and able to work independently Have strong communication and writing skills Be comfortable using Instagram as a professional tool Be organized and consistent Motivation is more important than experience. Benefits Direct experience in art communication and network building Insight into how a contemporary studio positions itself Understanding of interdisciplinary art practices (painting + tech) Close involvement in a major exhibition during Berlin Art Week A collaborative studio environment (meals, events, performances) Benefits Direct experience in art communication and network building Insight into how a contemporary studio develops and positions its work Understanding of interdisciplinary practices (painting, technology, performance) Involvement in a major exhibition during Berlin Art Week Access to a collaborative environment (shared meals, events, discussions) The studio functions as a shared structure : You contribute to the studio’s projects, and in return you gain access to knowledge, tools, and space to develop your own work. This is a 6-month, part-time unpaid internship . You are expected to: Have work on the side to support yourself Continue developing your own personal project We are not only looking for short-term interns, but for long-term collaborators who can grow within and alongside the studio. Application Please send: A short introduction Your CV and/or portfolio (if available) A short motivation text (10–15 lines max) → why you are interested → what you are currently developing