Internships
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Victory Gardens Theater internship program offers an exciting opportunity for students and young professionals to gain professional experience by working side-by-side with extraordinary artists, administrators and technicians. Interns will be actively involved with all areas of theater on many different levels. Department heads will give interns tasks and challenges that will provide direct support to our day-to-day activities. Victory Gardens staff members serve as mentors to each intern to ensure they have every chance for professional growth. Our goal is to give interns a comprehensive experience in theater production and theater management to provide the skills necessary to be a viable candidate in a highly competitive field.
Victory Gardens Theater is pleased to offer year-round general internships in the following areas:
Administration
Artistic
Arts Education
Development
Directing
Front of House
Graphic Design
Marketing & Communications
Production
Stage Management
Assistant to the Technical Director
Items of note: Exact schedules will be set by the department head. Exact dates are flexible and arranged to correspond with intern's college schedules. Housing is not provided. College credit may be available through the intern's university or college. Interns receive complimentary tickets and are strongly encouraged to attend VG mainstage shows and may register for one complimentary class with the Victory Gardens Training Center. Otherwise, these internships are unpaid. Victory Gardens Theater also accepts intern applications on an open basis throughout the year.
Please send an internship application, a resume, a writing sample, two letters of recommendation and a letter of introduction describing why you think this internship is right for you to:
Robert Cornelius
Intern Coordinator
Victory Gardens Theater
2433 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614-3717
Or fax your completed application packet to Robert’s attention at: 773.549.2779 or email rcornelius@victorygardens.org
Internship Descriptions
Administrative
Administrative interns acquire hands-on experience in contracts, union relations, budgeting and reporting, board relations, senior staff organization, and planning. Administrative team members include the Executive Director and General Manager. Time is also spent becoming familiar with the functions and practices of the development, marketing, box office, and production/ facilities departments insofar as they relate to budgeting, planning and reporting. Candidates must have strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, excellent writing skills, multitasking and the ability to work within a team environment, as well as taking on independent projects.
Artistic
Artistic Interns will work with various members of the artistic team. Internship responsibilities include script evaluations, dramaturgical research, management of casting files and all incoming scripts, development of written materials for the Victory Gardens Theater Magazine and Study Guides, and any other duties requested by the artistic staff. Applicants should have excellent writing and communication skills; knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A strong, varied background in theater would include experience in directing, playwriting, and dramaturgy.
Arts Education
Victory Gardens Theater is committed to giving community schools the opportunity to become involved with Chicago Theater. By giving special performances for the high school students, VGT ensures the availability of theater to each student and creation of enthusiasm for the performance arts. In class residencies allow teaching artists to work in partnerships with teachers and students to develop writing and performance skills. In workshops throughout the year students are encouraged to exlpore their creativity through writing and performance. Interns will work exclusively with VG's Arts Education Director, Robert Cornelius. Applicants should have a background in arts education, experience with children and young adults, and have a strong interest in theater. Duties include some administrative tasks, assisting with creation of study guides and potentially taking on some classroom duties depending on skill level. Also, applicants should have strong verbal and written communication skills for creating and distributing written materials for all age levels.
Development
Development Interns will work extensively with all members of the Development team. Interns will learn about an established, mid-sized arts organization’s diverse streams of contributed income and methods for achieving contributions from individuals, foundations, corporations, and the government. Duties will include researching individual, foundation, and corporate donors; assisting in the development of written materials including letters, reports, proposals, and invitations; organizing and implementing plans for fundraising events; data entry and other general office tasks; and other duties as assigned. Candidates must have strong computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite; excellent writing skills; the ability to multi-task and work within a team environment; and the focus to take on independent projects.
Directing
Directing Interns will assist the director and stage manager in any necessary duties during the duration of the rehearsal process until opening night performance. Duties include assisting the actors with lines and scene work, note taking, working very closely with the director and will frequently be involved in the decisions made for the production. Responsibilities may differ depending on the individual director.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design Intern will assist with designing and updating a variety of collateral materials including: posters, direct mail, e-cards and will be responsible for weekly e-newsletters. The Graphic Design Internship is available immediately. The internship requires a self-starter who can quickly convert concepts into attractive, illustrative graphics with minimal to no supervision. The ability to maximize creativity while maintaining schedule and clear communication of the desired message is highly desired. Thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, Acrobat) and basic knowledge of HTML and Flash preferred. Must be able to submit design samples (class work is acceptable).
House Management
Interns will work directly with the House Manager. Responsibilities will include managing the lobby displays for each performance at Victory Gardens Theater, organizing ushers, and may fill in as an usher when needed. Interns should be familiar with box office duties, ticket sales and customer service. Intern will be responsible for communicating information to the stage manager and working with the development and marketing department for special events.
Marketing & Communications
Marketing interns will have the opportunity to work with all members of the Marketing Team. Responsibilities will include audience development, group sales, promotions, and e-marketing. Prospective interns must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and should be knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, and preferable ProVenue. Experience in marketing or graphic design is a plus.
Production
Production Interns will have active roles in the development and production of a main stage show during the Victory Gardens season. Interns will work on site at the rehearsal space as well as Victory Gardens Theater and hours will vary depending on the production schedule. Generally production interns will work only with in their field and all applicants must have strong technical and production oriented backgrounds.
Stage Management
Interns will assist the production stage manager for the duration of the rehearsal process as well as the run of the show. Interns will interact with directors, designers, as well as members of the administrative staff. In addition, interns will learn the skills necessary to maintain day-to-day operation of the technical departments of the theater. Interns must have a strong, varied background of technical theater and experience in stage management.
Assistant to Technical Director
This internship will provide an inside perspective of a professional scenic shop and the responsibilities of a Technical Director. Working under VG's Technical Director and Facilities Manager, interns will assist with construction of scene design, operating and managing construction equipment including table saw, chop saw, router, compressor, and air tools. Other duties will include assisting with loading and unloading scenic elements for main stage productions at the theater, theater maintenance to ensure proper and efficient running of scenic shop and VG theater spaces, and any other specific needs deemed necessary by the Technical Director. Applicants must have strong communication skills, ability to read and comprehend ground plans and elevations, excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic. Depending on scheduling and length of build, the duration of time can vary from 1-3 weeks or 40 hours. The duration of internship is negotiable depending on availability and the amount of work available.
For more information please contact internship coordinator Robert Cornelius at rcornelius@victorygardens.org
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