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	APPRENTICESHIPS & INTERNSHIPS
	APPRENTICESHIPS
	The Studio Theatre’s Apprentice Program is a 50-week opportunity for on-the-job career training and experience. It is designed to enhance students’ education by providing real life work experience in the professional environment. In addition to specific areas of specialization, there is also the opportunity to gain knowledge in the workings of other areas of the theatre resulting in a well-rounded experience. Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the program has eight areas of specialization: Acting Conservatory/ Administration Public Relations and Communication Development Literary/Public Programs Carpentry/ Scene shop Stage Management Production/Company Management Prodcution/Electrics All apprentices participate in group projects as well as individual department exchanges that allow the chance to see first hand the roles that various departments play. Like staff members, apprentices work a 40-hour week and also participate in both department activities and theatre wide activities that may require working evenings and/or weekends. The schedule is rigorous and offers the chance to work alongside the finest professionals in the area’s premiere stage for the best in contemporary theatre. PERKS Educational seminars with topics such as: Literary and Casting; Technical Theatre; Education and Outreach; Front of house and the Audience; Fundraising; PR and Marketing; Starting and running a theatre. Social events that are also educational. Hosted by board members, apprentices this past year received a guided tour of Washington DC, toured and experienced live programming at NPR, and had an outing to a baseball game. Apprentices can see any Studio Theatre production as often as they wish and are also able to see many Washington DC area theatre productions for FREE. Two guest comps for each Studio Theatre production. Apprentices are entitled to a 50% reduction in tuition for classes and workshops at The Studio Theatre Acting Conservatory. Housing (provided for 6 of the 8 positions) is located within a few minutes of walking distance from the theatre, in the heart of the exciting Dupont Circle area, Butler House, named after Susan L. Butler- Board Chair Emeritus, is the theatre’s newly renovated historical residence. It has fully furnished studio apartments each with full kitchen and sleeping alcove and also has a rooftop deck, a common room for social activities and on-the-premises laundry facilities. Bi-weekly stipend Upon completion of the program, apprentices have gone on to establish careers working in various professional theatres around the country, including The Studio Theatre. Below are brief descriptions of each area of specialization. FOR THE 2008-2009 SEASON: ADMINISTRATIVE/ CONSERVATORY APPRENTICE. THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include Assisting in class registrations The Arts Motivating Youth Program Host for students’ final scene presentations Managing the conservatory’s space Distribution of promotional material and direct mail projects for the Theatre Assisting in the day-to-day needs of the Administration and Conservatory Departments. Full-Time with stipend. 50-week commitment begins July 21, 2008. EOE TO APPLY Send Resume/References to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATION APPRENTICE. THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include: Liaison with college press Participate in Season planning Assist with publications fulfillment Attend PR Meetings Distribution of flyers and other promotional materials Assemble press and review packets Research marketing opportunities Additional duties as assigned. 50 week Commitment starting July 21, 2008. EOE TO APPLY: Send resume/references to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. DEVELOPMENT APPRENTICE. THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include: Assist the Development Associate in record keeping Assist the Development Associate in administration of the department Conducting subscriber research Scheduling Trustee and Donor meetings Contacting foundations and corporations Coordinating and assisting in fundraising events Additional duties as assigned. 50 week Commitment starting July 21, 2008. EOE. TO APPLY: Send resume/references to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. LITERARY / PUBLIC PROGRAMS APPRENTICE THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include: Research and writing for The Studio Theatre season productions· Curate and conduct post-performance discussion series Assist in preparing educational materials Outreach and liaison to local schools and teachers Outreach and liaison to neighborhood groups Read and evaluate plays Assist with correspondence to playwrights Organize script library Update literary database Additional writing projects as assigned Assist in the day-to-day needs of the Literary department 50 week Commitment starting July 28, 2008. EOE TO APPLY: Send resume/references and writing samples to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. CARPENTERY/ SCENE SHOP APPRENTICE. THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include: Carpentry Metalwork Rigging Mechanics Special crafts. MIG knowledge and/or experience preferred. Must be able to read and build from blueprints and mechanical drawings. The apprentice will work closely with Technical Director. 50 week Commitment starting July 21, 2008. EOE. TO APPLY: Send resume/references to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. STAGE MANAGEMENT APPRENTICE THIS POSITION IS FILLED The Apprentice will work with equity Production Stage Managers, as well as the entire production department team, led by the Theatre’s Associate Producing Artistic Director. Apprentice will be in direct contact with actors, designers, directors and Theatre leadership. When not in rehearsal, apprentice may work in Production and in other departments or on special projects depending on skills, interest and necessity. 50-week commitment begins July 21, 2008. EOE TO APPLY: Send resume/references to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. PRODUCTION/ COMPANY MANAGEMENT APPRENTICE. THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include: Arrange housing and travel for visiting artists. Maintain Artist Housing. Provide administrative assistance to production office. Provide assistance to production shops as needed. Must have valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving company 7-person van. Must have great phone communication skills. Additional duties as assigned 50 week Commitment starting July 21, 2008. EOE TO APPLY: Send resume/references to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org. PRODUCTION/ ELECTRICS APPRENTICE THIS POSITION IS FILLED Responsibilities include Program ETC Express Board with professional designers for 7 productions. Support Master Electrician in light hanging, focus, strike and general maintenance Light Board Operator for 7 productions. Support Master Electrician for all sound system setup, strike, and maintenance. Participate in special projects for the production department Provide assistance to production shops as needed. Previous experience programming light boards required. Familiarity with Clearcom and SFX software a plus. Must be comfortable at heights on ladders and catwalks. Additional duties as assigned 50 week Commitment starting July 23, 2007. EOE. TO APPLY: Send resume/references to: ATTN: Apprentice positions The Studio Theatre 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington, DC 20005 OR fax:(202) 588-5262. OR e-mail to internship@studiotheatre.org.

	INTERNSHIPS
	The Studio Theatre Intern Program Fall 2008 Season Administrative Interns Clerical duties Provide phone coverage Assist in reception of guests Assist with direct mail projects Distribution of Flyers Special projects as needed Assist in all Administrative Departments (includes Production, PR, Development, and Business Operations) as needed To apply for an internship at the Studio Theatre Fax, mail or email completed application form (SEE BELOW) and resume to ATTN: Internship. Fax: (202) 588-5262. Mail: The Studio Theatre Inc. 1501 Fourteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005. Email: internship@studiotheatre.org DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS September 12, 2008 All Interns have the opportunity to attend all first rehearsals, all staff run-thrus (the last rehearsal before tech), and all opening nights of the Studio Theatre’s performances for the 2008-2009 season.
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