Summer Technical Theater Internships

The Naples Players is searching for motivated, confident, and creative theatre artists for our Summer Internship Program. Interns will work closely with the professional full-time staff members in mounting the summer 2024 season. Qualified interns may also have the opportunity to assistant or fully design scenic, costumes, lighting, sound, or props for TNP's educational theater program. Summer 2024 Shows are: The Producers and The Lightning Thief The Naples Players is currently undergoing a 21 million dollar renovation which will expand capacity in our Lobby and Main Theater, as well as, create updated shops, add additional rehearsal spaces, and include a second brand new blackbox theater specially designed for to education. Summer Interns will be instrumental in coordinating and assisting the move back into the building as well as mounting the summer shows and helping establish policy and expectations per theatrical space. The internship is approximately a 3 month program, with housing located walking distance to the theatre and downtown Naples. Start and end dates are negotiable. Extensions into a full season internship position are available. Positions available stage management, scenic, costume, lighting, sound, props, education, and admin. All interns have day to day check ins with their department heads to establish daily and weekly tasks, then a once a month evaluation with the Internship Director to ensure both student and company goals are being reached. All interns are also provided with workshops throughout the season which can include: Resume/Cover Letter & Branding, Hydraulic Lift & Rigging Training, and Cross Departmental Training Days. Requirements: Minimum 18 years of age

Enrolled full or part time at a college or university, or recent graduate

Majoring/minoring in Theatre or Theatre Education, or applicable degree (education, arts administration, non-profit administration, etc.)

Minimum of 1 semester under degree

Skills:

All Departments are looking for individuals who are adaptable and able to openly communicate with supervisors, volunteers, and students.

All Departments are looking for individuals who can both work in a team and individually.

All Departments expect professionalism in all aspects of assigned duties.

Each Department expects a base level of knowledge of tools, safety, and technique. The Naples Players is a one of the largest non-profit volunteer based theaters in the nation, located in scenic downtown Naples, Florida. TNP produce 6 plays, 3 musicals, readers theatre, and multiple student shows every season. It consists of a professional full-time staff with experience ranging from regional theatre to off- and Broadway and international. The Naples Players builds community through exceptional access to the power of theater. We envision TNP as a cultural hub that leads a shift in the national perception of how theatres can impact their communities. TNP annually has over 600 individual volunteers who donate over 63,000 hours to help produce its year round content. For more information about The Naples Players, please see our website: http://www.naplesplayers.org and read our Impact Report https://naplesplayers.org/2022-impact/ To apply please send a PDF cover letter and resume to: Cole Butcher Production Stage Manager/Internship Director cbutcher@naplesplayers.org