Summer 2013 Teen Internship
Who we are and what we do:
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse is a year-round nonprofit organization offering professional theatre in the summer and community and youth theatre during the academic year. Additionally, The Winnipesaukee Playhouse offers educational programming year-round with summer camp and classes during the academic year.
Requirements:
-High school student entering grades 9-12 (graduating seniors also welcome to apply)
-Reliable transportation
-Two-week commitment, Monday-Friday, 9:00-4:00 daily (may apply for multiple sessions)
-Interest in theatre in one or more of the following: acting/performance, technical/production, education
-Previous experience or involvement in theatre arts
Internship Dates:
-Session 1: July 8-19
-Session 2: July 22-August 2
-Session 3: TBD
Description of Internship:
CHOOSE YOUR AREA/AREAS OF FOCUS
Education: Students interested in arts education will devote more time to the Children’s Summer Camp, working closely with school age children and shadowing arts educators. Interns will receive ample opportunity to gain hands-on experience with children in the mediums of theatre, visual art, music, and movement. Interns will assist with the Children’s Summer Camp Program in the classroom, playing games, and supervising recess.
Acting/Performance: Students interested in pursuing acting will be afforded the opportunity to observe professional theatre rehearsals, speak directly with actors and directors, and witness the “tech” process of a professional theatre. Interns will usher and attend a professional matinee performance and be cast in a one-act play for children, to be performed on our outdoor amphitheatre at the end of the two week internship.
Production/Technical Theatre: Students interested in the production end of theatre (set, lighting, or sound design, prop creation, and stage management) will gain hands-on experience by producing the weekly Children’s Summer Camp productions and the Intern Production. Interns will shadow professional scenic painters, technical directors, lighting designers, stage managers, costumer, and props master.
A Personalized Learning Experience:
Our unique internship experience is tailored to each individual’s interests and objectives. Interns accepted into the program will work with our Education Director to create a daily schedule that hones in on their goals while also exposing them to all facets of theatre. Additional opportunities to assist in the evenings ushering or with run crew available.
Internship Fee:
There is a $100 participation fee, once accepted into the internship program. There are all levels of scholarships available. Please contact Kate@WinniPlayhouse.org with questions or concerns.
How to Apply:
Please fill out an application online or download a hard copy and mail it in to 50 Reservoir Road, Meredith, NH 03253. Application The Deadline has lapsed. Email Kate@WinniPlayhouse.org if you still wish to apply.
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse is a year-round nonprofit organization offering professional theatre in the summer and community and youth theatre during the academic year. Additionally, The Winnipesaukee Playhouse offers educational programming year-round with summer camp and classes during the academic year.
Requirements:
-High school student entering grades 9-12 (graduating seniors also welcome to apply)
-Reliable transportation
-Two-week commitment, Monday-Friday, 9:00-4:00 daily (may apply for multiple sessions)
-Interest in theatre in one or more of the following: acting/performance, technical/production, education
-Previous experience or involvement in theatre arts
Internship Dates:
-Session 1: July 8-19
-Session 2: July 22-August 2
-Session 3: TBD
Description of Internship:
CHOOSE YOUR AREA/AREAS OF FOCUS
Education: Students interested in arts education will devote more time to the Children’s Summer Camp, working closely with school age children and shadowing arts educators. Interns will receive ample opportunity to gain hands-on experience with children in the mediums of theatre, visual art, music, and movement. Interns will assist with the Children’s Summer Camp Program in the classroom, playing games, and supervising recess.
Acting/Performance: Students interested in pursuing acting will be afforded the opportunity to observe professional theatre rehearsals, speak directly with actors and directors, and witness the “tech” process of a professional theatre. Interns will usher and attend a professional matinee performance and be cast in a one-act play for children, to be performed on our outdoor amphitheatre at the end of the two week internship.
Production/Technical Theatre: Students interested in the production end of theatre (set, lighting, or sound design, prop creation, and stage management) will gain hands-on experience by producing the weekly Children’s Summer Camp productions and the Intern Production. Interns will shadow professional scenic painters, technical directors, lighting designers, stage managers, costumer, and props master.
A Personalized Learning Experience:
Our unique internship experience is tailored to each individual’s interests and objectives. Interns accepted into the program will work with our Education Director to create a daily schedule that hones in on their goals while also exposing them to all facets of theatre. Additional opportunities to assist in the evenings ushering or with run crew available.
Internship Fee:
There is a $100 participation fee, once accepted into the internship program. There are all levels of scholarships available. Please contact Kate@WinniPlayhouse.org with questions or concerns.
How to Apply:
Please fill out an application online or download a hard copy and mail it in to 50 Reservoir Road, Meredith, NH 03253. Application The Deadline has lapsed. Email Kate@WinniPlayhouse.org if you still wish to apply.
Marketing Intern Summer 2013 – mid June- late August (flexible)
Monday-Friday, Full-time or Part-time
Description of Duties:
· Assist with social media marketing (updating the website, Facebook, Twitter).
· Assist with gorilla marketing plan (placing and moving signs around town, postering at local businesses).
· Creating a “behind the scenes” biweekly video previewing the professional season shows.
· Organizing and chronicling past press clippings.
· Writing press releases.
· Helping coordinate print advertising.
· Some Box Office hours, as needed.
Requirements:
· Undergraduate or graduate student
· Majoring in Business, Marketing, or Communications
· Interest/Experience in arts, theatre, or non-profit marketing preferred
· Reliable transportation, personal car preferred
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
· Experience with Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop preferred
· Professional and appropriate manner when engaging with the public, patrons, and business contacts
· Flexible, self-motivated, team player attitude
How to Apply:
Send resume and letter of interest to Marketing Director Lesley Pankhurst, Lesley@WinniPlayhouse.org
Deadline: April 30th
This position has been filled
Monday-Friday, Full-time or Part-time
Description of Duties:
· Assist with social media marketing (updating the website, Facebook, Twitter).
· Assist with gorilla marketing plan (placing and moving signs around town, postering at local businesses).
· Creating a “behind the scenes” biweekly video previewing the professional season shows.
· Organizing and chronicling past press clippings.
· Writing press releases.
· Helping coordinate print advertising.
· Some Box Office hours, as needed.
Requirements:
· Undergraduate or graduate student
· Majoring in Business, Marketing, or Communications
· Interest/Experience in arts, theatre, or non-profit marketing preferred
· Reliable transportation, personal car preferred
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
· Experience with Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop preferred
· Professional and appropriate manner when engaging with the public, patrons, and business contacts
· Flexible, self-motivated, team player attitude
How to Apply:
Send resume and letter of interest to Marketing Director Lesley Pankhurst, Lesley@WinniPlayhouse.org
Deadline: April 30th
This position has been filled
