The Producer's Perspective Classifieds

Artistic Intern - The Public Theater

WHO: The Public Theater

SEEKING: The Public Theater is seeking an Artistic Intern in the office of the Associate Artistic Director. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: include, but not limited to: maintaining departmental databases, general office assistance, errands as necessary, and providing support for Artistic Staff and Literary Department as needed.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates should possess exceptional written communication skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, appreciate the fast-pace of a professional theater environment, and have a sense of humor. Ideal candidate has an interest in producing.

HOW TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume to jblitman@publictheater.org

Production Intern for Women Center Stage

WHO: Culture Project 

SEEKING: Production Intern for the Women Center Stage 2012 Festival, featuring 40 performances in 30 days from March 8-April 7!

RESPONSIBILITIES: Help the festival staff organize outreach for the festival, volunteer staffing, street team and postcard distribution, sponsorship tracking and more. A great opportunity for someone who wants hands-on event producing experience in downtown New York theater, working with some of today's most exciting women artists.

REQUIREMENTS:  
• Completion of some coursework toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a focus on Theatre Arts or related field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Careful attention to detail and an ability to multitask.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel)

WHEN: 1/9/2011-4/9/2011

PAY: travel/meal reimbursement

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit your cover letter indicating your interest and qualifications, your resume with at least two academic/professional references, and any work samples to internships@cultureproject.org

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Marketing Intern and Production Assistants

WHO: Primary Stages

SEEKING: Marketing Intern and Production Assistants 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Marketing – participants work closely with the marketing department in both daily administrative operations and long term projects. We provide a multifaceted learning experience in the field of professional theatrical marketing. Participants will assist the department with mailings, research, outreach, special events, audience development, archiving, and various forms of internet marketing and strategizing.
Production Assistant – interns work directly with Stage Management in rehearsals and on production run crews. Production Assistants are responsible for attending all rehearsals, tech, and performances on a given show. Previous backstage theater experience is requisite. We are looking for 1 Production Assistant on Rx (rehearsal begins December 27th. Production runs through March 3, 2012) and 2 Production Assistants on THE MORINI STRAD (rehearsal begins February 21, 2012-April 29, 2012).

REQUIREMENTS: All candidates must be well-organized, proactive, detail-oriented, posses strong communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal), be able to prioritize and multi-task. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook) is important. Must have a strong interest in the not-for-profit arts. Candidates must commit a minimum of 20 hours weekly during their internship and should demonstrate a strong interest in non profit theater within the department of their choosing. Degree credit may be arranged for Internships at Primary Stages.

WHEN: 1/3/2012

WINTER/ SPRING
Due date for all applicants – November 1, 2011
Decisions made by December 1, 2012
Start date: January 3, 2012 (except in the case of Production Assistants)


SUMMER
Due date for all applicants – March 12, 2012
Decisions made by March 26, 2012
Start date: June 4, 2012

PAY: N/A

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for Internship, please send a completed application, resume and cover letter indicating your area of interest and availability to Internships@primarystages.org.

Development Interns

WHO: Carnegie Hall

SEEKING: Carnegie Hall seeks interns for winter/spring 2012 to assist the development department with daily operations. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the development department with daily operations including drafting correspondence, prospect research, administrative tasks, and full involvement in and exposure to fundraising at major performing arts institution, with tasks specific to area of focus: Special Events, Individual Giving, Government and Corporate Sponsorship. Activities include: Assist with data management. This includes web-based and telephone research of to identify and update contact information; maintaining the prospect management system for focus area; and other miscellaneous tasks Assist with special event planning and implementation. Administrative office duties such mailing, faxing, filing, etc. Assist in grant writing and program development as needed Assist in prospect research and cultivation Assist with general Departmental projects as needed including Phone duty.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates considering a career in fundraising and/or arts administration are encouraged to apply. Must be able to commit to twenty hours per week. Applicants must have strong writing skills, computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel, and excellent communication and organization skills. 

WHEN: 1/3/2012 to 6/1/2012

PAY: N/A, meal and transportation stipend if offered. 

HOW TO APPLY: Email resume and cover letter to:

anon-040959-1323199268@anon.playbill.com. 

Casting Internship

WHO: MelCap Casting

SEEKING: MelCap Casting is seeking a full-time casting intern for the winter/spring. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include heavy phone work, calling out and confirming appointments, putting together casting sessions, filing, tracking and documenting avails, data entry, Starbucks runs, etc. 

REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking candidates with some level of casting/talent agency experience but will consider candidates with strong office skills, a good attitude, and a genuine interest in casting. Candidates with good senses of humor and an ability to roll with the punches strongly favored. Responsibilities are high, stipend is low. We love actors, but are not seeking intern applicants who are pursuing acting as a career. Commitment is 5 days a week from 10 - 6. Ideal candidates will be available from January 2nd through June. Please specify any pre-existing conflicts in cover letter.

WHEN: 1/2/2012

PAY: stipend 

HOW TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to melcapaux@gmail.com with INTERNSHIP in the subject line.

Digital Marketing Intern

WHO: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Digital Marketing department. 

SEEKING: A Digital Marketing Intern 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Candidate will assist the marketing department with content creation for www.rnh.com, this will include, but not be limited to: researching and contacting customers for website content, compiling a database of recordings, and cleaning up errors and typos in existing content. Candidate will also help out with social media by compiling trivia and news for social media updates. This will include managing Google Alerts and Social Media searches for relevant data.

REQUIREMENTS: An interest in online marketing and theater is preferred.  Computer and strong communication skills are a must.  Must be proficient with the Microsoft office suite. Knowledge of basic html, Dreamweaver and/or Photoshop is a plus. Pleasant and enthusiastic attitude. Intern will learn all facets of working at a publishing company.  Intern will interact with all members of the R&H staff.  

WHEN: Internship hours are flexible. Internship can be 3 days per week to full time.

PAY: N/A

HOW TO APPLY: Please email resumes to: Dana.Siegel@imagem.com

Spring Semester Internship

WHO: Scott Sanders Productions

SEEKING: Scott Sanders Productions, a theater and film production company, is currently seeking interns in our New York office for the upcoming Spring semester.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The office is a welcoming and creative environment, which offers opportunities to learn all aspects of development and producing. Typical duties include managing a creative database, writing script coverage, and assisting with day-to-day functions.

REQUIREMENTS: Internship hours are typically 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and we are currently seeking interns who can work on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and/or Fridays. We ask that applicants be able to work at least two days per week.

WHEN: Job start 1/2/2012

PAY: This internship is unpaid; college credit is available, but not required.

HOW TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, which includes your availability, as well as a current resume to anon-040666-1321635620@anon.playbill.com. 

Winter Theatre Management Internship

WHO: Frankel Green Theatrical Management

SEEKING: Frankel Green Theatrical Management is currently seeking candidates to fulfill Fall Internships in general management, company management, finance, and executive producing.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Interns attend weekly seminars during which staff members and other theatrical professionals discuss specific topics. All interns receive complimentary tickets to many theatrical productions. The dress code is casual and there is a creative working environment. Interns receive hands on experience in their area of interest. As jobs are generally hired from within, internships at RFP/FGTM have proven to be a great starting point for many theatre management professionals. Some responsibilities include errands, filing, faxing, copying, internet research, answering phones, taking minutes at meetings and various special projects.

REQUIREMENTS: Interns must be organized, possess excellent communication and writing skills, have the ability to thrive in a high paced work environment, have excellent problem-solving skills, and are self motivated. The internship is full-time Monday through Friday 10am - 6pm. 

WHEN: 11/28/2011 - 6/8/2012

PAY: $100 weekly stipend

HOW TO APPLY: To apply, please visit our website at www.rfpny.com and go to the Internship section. Please fill out an online application and e-mail your cover letter, and resume to Emily Wright at interncoordinator@frankelgreen.com with the subject line “Winter Internship.” Please include a cover letter. All interviews must be in-person. We will contact you for an interview once we have received your resume and application.

Marketing Intern

WHO: Davenport Theatrical Enterprises

SEEKING: One full-time and one part-time Marketing Intern. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Marketing Intern facilitates audience outreach, research, and communication to promote Davenport Theatrical’s current productions including Godspell on Broadway. This intern will be reporting directly to the Director of Marketing & Advertising. The intern does outreach to various demographic groups via email, phone, and in person to promote the company’s various projects. In addition, strong copywriting and editing skills are necessary.

REQUIREMENTS: The internship requires knowledge of Excel and Internet research capabilities and strong communication skills, both verbal and written, an extreme eye for detail, and a good work ethic.

WHEN: Job start 11/21/2011

PAY: Stipend available upon successful completion.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply please email your resume to Kristin Johnson at Kristin@DavenportTheatrical.com. No phone calls please.

BLUE MAN GROUP SEEKING SPRING MARKETING & SALES INTERN

WHO: Blue Man Productions.

SEEKING: Blue Man Productions, best known for our theatrical production Blue Man Group, seeks a motivated, dedicated Marketing & Sales Intern. This is a great opportunity to be exposed to sales, marketing, and press for an exciting and unique theatrical production and entertainment company!

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work with all levels of marketing team on execution of national and local press, marketing, & promotional initiatives
• Conduct research on potential partnerships and new trade opportunities for our production at the Astor Place Theatre, working in conjunction with local marketing manager
• Participate in strategic & tactical planning & execution of nationwide sales programs such as Invent and Instrument Education Program, as well as 2012 Post-Holiday Campaign
• Online: Assist in website redesign process, strategic planning, and media promotions
• Work with Marketing Coordinator to assist with administrative needs for meetings and presentations as needed. 
• Assist with archival of press and marketing materials
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS: The intern is expected to work approximately 20 hours per week from January-April. We would like someone with an interest and/or experience in Arts & Entertainment Marketing.  Basic Microsoft Office knowledge is required for this role (especially Outlook, Word, and Excel). An ideal candidate will be able to multi-task and collaborate with others easily.

WHEN: 11/15/11

PAY: We offer a small stipend and monthly Metro Card, and this internship is available for college credit.

HOW TO APPLY: 

To be considered, please send your resume and compelling cover letter telling us why you should be our intern to:

 

hr@blueman.com

 

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FAX (212) 226-6609

 

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Human Resources
Blue Man Productions
599 Broadway, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10012