Posted by Jacqueline Lawton Currently, Arena Stage is seeking interns to fill the following position: Executive Director Intern The goal of the Arena Stage Internship program is to cultivate the next generation of theater professionals by providing the highest standard of training through in depth immersion in the art and business of producing theater. Arena Stage’s Interns have subsequently worked at Arena Stage or have gone on to successful careers working at many arts organizations across the country. Presently Arena Stage employs over 15 alumni of our internship program throughout the theater. As Arena Stage persists in our commitment to the Arena Stage Internship Program, I look forward to working with you, sharing ideas and information. With your help and support, Arena Stage will continue to contribute to the establishment of a greater theatrical community with a high standard of training that is truly reflective of the growing multi-cultural landscape of America. If you have any questions, comments or recommendations, please feel free to contact me. Thank you for your time. Jacqueline E. Lawton or email: jlawton@arenastage.org http://groups.myspace.com/ArenaStageFellowsInterns Arena Stage seeks an Executive Director Intern to work full-time from September through May. Applicants only available through December will also be considered. Serving as the staff contact for Long Range Planning Committee of the Board of Trustees, including providing comparative analysis, meeting coordination, and drafting the plan document. The ongoing activities of the Executive Director’s office will include but are not be limited to: Responses to the following questions: Link: Arena Stage
on 9/26/2006, 5:34 pm
66.159.87.82
Dear Colleague:
Arena Stage offers opportunities to those eager to learn and willing to share their talents. The program is designed for undergraduate or graduate students, recent graduates and career changers interested in pursuing a career in the professional theater. Applicants should be highly motivated individuals who have basic training and experience in theater and willingness to test the limits of their own ingenuity.
Fellows and Interns Program Coordinator
Arena Stage
1101 Sixth Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
p 202.234.5782
f 202.797.1043
www.arenastage.org
Executive Director Intern Job Description
The Executive Director Intern will work with the Executive Director and his assistant, both independently and as part of this small team, on special projects and ongoing management tasks. Special Projects, in addition to others as assigned, are anticipated to include the following:
• Researching, evaluating and planning earned income initiatives including rentals, concessions, merchandising, and educational programming.
• Providing support in the development of Arena’s Artist Network, an alumni society for artists.
• Investigating opportunities for Arena to develop a “sister city” relationship, summer residency program, and touring operations.
• Participating in Next Stage Campaign by providing donor prospect research where necessary.
• Serving as a coordinator for the creation of a master plan, budget, and contracts for Arena’s 2-year relocation of the theaters, shops, offices, and rehearsal spaces.
• Providing staff support to select Board of Trustee committees.
• Participating in the drafting of commission contracts, license agreements, and co-production agreements.
• Serving as part of the team which monitors Trustee activity, including tracking the involvement of new Trustees and coordinating other special Board functions as necessary.
• Preparing statistical and comparative analysis of national and regional theaters.
• Assisting with and writing at least one grant proposal to a corporate or private foundation.
• Conducting general office and administrative support as required.
• Position requires the following:
• Excellent writing, organization, communication, and computer literacy skills.
• Ability to work with corporate executives and political and business leaders as well as staff and artists.
Additional Requirements:
Cover letter indication your interest, which discipline you are applying for, and dates that you would be available.
• Resume (be sure to include current, permanent, and summer phone numbers, addresses, and e-mail)
• Two letters of recommendation: one professional, one academic
• A copy of your most recent academic transcript
• A critical writing sample (Directing, Administrative, and Community Engagement applicants only)
What is your eventual career goal in the theater?
What is your reason for seeking an apprenticeship at this time?
What do you hope to gain from this apprenticeship experience?
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