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2013-2014 Apprenticeship Descriptions

ADMINISTRATION & COMPANY MANAGEMENT

FULL SEASON, 2 POSITIONS.  Positions offer the opportunity to explore many areas of artistic administration. Responsibilities include assisting within the administrative/company management department to ensure smooth daily theatre operations, with an emphasis on company correspondence, travel and accommodations, and interacting with the board of directors.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, as well as excellent communication and scheduling skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

ARTISTIC

FULL SEASON, 1 POSITION.  Offers the ability to shadow the Producing Artistic Director of a major regional theatre. Responsible for maintaining calendar, correspondence, and arranging travel for Producing Artistic Director and VIP guests. Works with Literary Manager to facilitate local auditions. Updates and maintains office files, including résumés for actors, directors, and designers. Opportunities to assistant direct for the main stage are available. Other tasks and special projects assigned by Producing Artistic Director and Literary Manager.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidate must be highly organized, self-motivated, flexible, and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.  Must be well-versed with both PC and Mac/iOS operating systems and Microsoft Office software. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (preferably in theatre) and/or sufficient experience in theatre and the production process.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

DEVELOPMENT

FULL SEASON, 1 POSITION.  Position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in many aspects of Development, including Annual Fund, Endowment, Special Events, Corporate Sponsorship, and Foundation and Government Grants. The ideal candidate will be able to master the balance between the administrative and interpersonal aspects of fundraising.  Duties include assistance with donor events, grant applications and reports, prospect research, and managing special projects.

REQUIREMENTS: A passion for the arts and live theatre, advanced written and verbal communication skills, highly organized, ability to work independently and within a team, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), skilled in online research and creating presentations and marketing materials, and some knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Desire for future career in development a plus.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

Note: This position has a flexible start date; candidate may begin prior to September.

EDUCATION

FULL SEASON, 1 POSITION. Includes teaching and directing opportunities, administrative support for the Education department, researching and writing study guides and lesson plans, and support for workshops and student matinees, which includes our acclaimed Kaleidoscope program, a residency initiative for teens and adults with developmental disabilities.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidate should have a strong interest in theatre for youth and education. Prior teaching and/or directing experience is required.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

LITERARY & DRAMATURGY

FULL SEASON, 1 POSITION.  Apprentice will assist the Literary Manager in evaluating and responding to script submissions, conducting dramaturgical research for main stage productions, creating a variety of published materials (including season playbill), and other duties as assigned. Responsibilities may also include collaborating with the Education Department on special projects and assisting the Literary Manager with local casting.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be organized, have excellent writing and communication skills, and a strong background in dramatic literature. Must submit a writing sample (2 page minimum).

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

SUMMER, 1 POSITION.  Please see description and requirements for this position under the Full-Season Literary & Dramaturgy apprenticeship above.  Summer position open to undergraduate and postgraduate candidates.

COMPENSATION:  Housing, if available.

MARKETING *(Unavailable for 2013-2014)

FULL SEASON, 1 POSITION.  Offers an opportunity to be a hands-on member of the marketing team. Responsibilities include assisting with promotions and publicity, social media, video production and editing, events, online campaigns, and other special marketing projects as needed.

REQUIREMENTS: Ideal candidate will be an organized, responsible self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Must be excellent with meeting deadlines and scheduling; strong communication and writing skills are necessary; video and graphics experience and knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite are required.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

SPECIAL EVENTS

FULL SEASON, 1 POSITION. Assistant to the Special Events Coordinator.  Responsible for helping design, coordinate, and execute Asolo Rep’s internal and external season events, including fundraising galas, Opening Night parties, dinner and cocktail parties, corporate events, luncheons, and meetings.

REQUIREMENTS: Ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail oriented, and have the ability to multi-task and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills, a professional demeanor, a positive attitude and the ability to stay calm under pressure, being able to lift 25 lbs, and working nights/weekends required. Experience with Microsoft Office, graphic design, and interest in a future career in special events a plus.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

STAGE MANAGEMENT

3 POSITIONS:  FULL SEASON (2), PARTIAL (1). Seeking three Apprentices for the 2013-2014 season. The first Apprenticeship is October-December, and will serve as the Stage Management Apprentice for the musical that kicks off the main stage season. The other two apprenticeships are Full Season (September-May). These apprentices will work on 3-4 shows that run in rotating rep. Apprentices will work directly with professional stage managers, actors and stage hands from pre-production through the final performance. Apprentices complete the program with thorough knowledge of both Equity and IATSE rules, and how to work effectively in rotating repertory.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates are required to attended all rehearsals and performances, create show specific paperwork and manage student and professional actors. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and knowledge of the production process.

COMPENSATION: Stipend & Housing.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

FLEXIBLE. 1 POSITION, UNPAID. Responsibilities include technical documentation, Microsoft Office and Windows (XP, Vista, 7) training and troubleshooting, PC hardware and software troubleshooting, installation/maintenance, Microsoft Networking, database queries, report writing, and server maintenance. Ideal candidate will have experience with at least one programming language (VB, VBA, ASP), A+ certification or equivalent, general knowledge of PC hardware and software.

Unless constraints make it impossible, Apprentices must be able to provide
their own reliable transportation and possess a valid drivers’ license.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER AND
RÉSUMÉ TO CORINNE DECKARD. APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS
WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2013.

If you have any questions or for more information on
available apprenticeships, please email Corinne Deckard.