Woodward Internship Program - Westport Country Playhouse

ABOUT THE PROGRAM



Westport Country Playhouse is home to one of the nation’s preeminent theater internship programs. The training of emerging professionals in the theater has formed a vital part of our mission since 1941.



While on campus, interns work directly with senior staff and gain crucial on-the-job experience in a vibrant and innovative theater. The Playhouse offers internships in both production and theater administration. Applicants must have completed at least two years of a baccalaureate program and be able to demonstrate a commitment to their chosen fields.



The Woodward Internship Program is a summer program. Each year, the Playhouse begins recruiting in January and accepts applications on a rolling basis until positions are filled, usually by mid-March. For the best consideration, please submit your application materials early.



Westport Country Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse company.





INTERNSHIPS



Stage Management

Assist Stage Managers in all aspects of their work, including attendance at production meetings, rehearsals and technical rehearsals. Rehearsals may be held in both New York City and Westport. Experience in Stage Management required.



Company Management

Assist the Company Manager with actor, director and other artist travel arrangements; opening night party preparation; and manage Playhouse archive records. Strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with a good sense of humor and warm personality are crucial to attend to the needs and requirements of our artists. Additionally, the company management intern must have excellent driving skills.



Wardrobe

Assist the Wardrobe Supervisor with costume maintenance and alterations; work as Dresser for mainstage productions.



Carpenter/ATD

Assist in building, painting, load-in, and strike. Will be expected to use hand and power tools.



Props

The Props intern will assist the Prop Master in finding, building and modifying practical elements on stage with work in carpentry, sculpting, metalwork, sewing and upholstery.



All production interns will be asked to work run crew as needed. Prior significant, hands-on experience in multiple production areas required.



Marketing

Assist with the planning and implementation of seasonal marketing materials, budgeting, press releases, opening night events, and audience cultivation events. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, are required. Event planning, customer service, and video editing experience preferred.



Front of House

The Front of House intern will aid our House and Events Manager in preparing and maintaining the front of house for all events and will serve as an assistant House Manager. Additionally, the FOH intern will help the Box Office Supervisor with box office duties including: selling tickets, ticket exchanges, and season subscription processing.





HOW TO APPLY



Submit the following to intern@westportplayhouse.org:

- Intern Application Form (please save a copy of the PDF to your computer, re-open and fill it out, then save it again before sending. This will ensure that your information is saved and we do not receive a blank PDF.) The form an be found at http://www.westportplayhouse.org/education/woodwardinternshipprogram.

- Resume

- Two letters of recommendation (will be accepted in scanned format and included with the application materials or as a separate email to the address above directly from your recommending professor or colleague.)

- Headshot/photograph

- One-page personal statement



Application deadline is March 9, 2018