NEW APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Scroll down for info!

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NEW APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Scroll down for info! 〰️

 

Auditions

We at The Wildwood understand that theater is an art that anyone can enjoy and participate in, regardless of their experience or background. As such, we invite individuals of ALL levels of theater experience and background to audition for our productions. We believe that everyone has something to offer, and we want to allow them to showcase their talent.

We would also like to strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and Latinx individuals to audition. We acknowledge that these communities have been historically underrepresented in the theater industry, and we want to do our part in promoting diversity and inclusivity in our productions.

However, we ask that you only audition if you can fully commit to participating in the production. We understand that everyone has a busy lives, but we want to ensure that we have a dedicated and reliable team for our productions.

Lastly, we want to emphasize that all roles are paid. We believe that every team member contributes to our productions' success, and we want to compensate them accordingly. Please refer to the production details for rates.

Apprenticeships

The purpose of a Wildwood apprenticeship is to provide individuals with the opportunity to engage in meaningful work within one or more specialty areas in a professional or semi-professional theatre setting. By doing so, apprentices can further develop skills that are desirable for employment and/or higher-level study in theatre. Specialty areas may include acting, design, directing, playwriting, stage management, administration, technical theatre, and more.

Apprenticeship Guidelines and Policy

  • The Wildwood Theatre is happy to offer Internship opportunities to anyone age 17+ looking to develop their current skill set or get involved with The Wildwood Theatre.

  • The Wildwood Theater offers short-term and long-term internships ranging from just a few weeks to an entire season depending on current need.  Please see individual internship postings for specific date requirements.

  • Wildwood interns are compensated with complimentary tickets, professional development and networking opportunities such as production/ board meetings, artist hours, ability to participate in Wildwood Councils, and more.

    Monetary compensation is available for select roles, during select periods. See listed roles for details.

  • The Wildwood Theatre is dedicated to increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion in our audiences, our programs and in all of our hiring for staff, artists and recruiting of board members, interns or volunteers. The Wildwood Theatre is committed to a future where our theatre is a home for all people, all families, and is truly reflective of our community. We are also committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination. The Wildwood Theatre prohibits discrimination in employment against any employee or job applicant because of that person’s race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission or any other legally protected status.

Available apprenticeships

  • Opportunity to work on the development of marketing campaigns, social media campaigns, creation of new sales opportunities and promotional events. Major responsibilities will focus on audience development and publicity efforts including assisting in identifying target audiences, offering incentives/discounts to increase ticket sales (and tracking them), developing partnerships with third party vendors and distribution of marketing materials. High attention to detail, superb writing/editing skills and communication a must.

    Timeline
    This role can accommodate different commitment timelines (3, 6, or 12 months at a time).

    Content Creation

    - Write, edit, publish and share engaging content that builds and elevates The Wildwood Theatre brand reach, experience, and reputation.

    - Create content Calendars

    - Use brand standards to build consistency in recognition across online platforms.

    Community Management

    - Respond to inquiries for The Wildwood Theatre . Act as the brand ambassador in managing all social media comments, direct messages, etc.

    Reporting

    - Use social listening tools to monitor trends in the markets we serve, and appropriately apply knowledge to our social media strategies and tactics.

    Basic Qualifications

    - Working towards or recently graduated with a degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Digital Media or relevant fields.

    - Working knowledge of major social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

    - Knowledge of Canva for creation of graphics and posts.

    - Strong experience with writing and editing content.

  • Description

    Provides administrative support with clerical duties to the Artistic team including:

    -Supporting the Production team in day-to-day artistic, operational, and technical needs.

    -Assist in the set up and take down of rehearsals, auditions, and box office.

    -Participate in casting process.

    -Support special events through transportation of supplies, set up, and take down.

    -Partner with Artistic team to send out communication through email, text, or phone call.

    -Assist Stage Manager in cataloging, collection, and handling of needed props/ supplies.

    -Collaborates with Stage Manager to create rehearsal schedules.

    -Collaborates with Director to take and distribute rehearsal reports.

    Reporting
    The Production Assistant reports to Director and Stage Manager.

    Basic Qualifications
    -Ability to read, write, and communicate at a high level.

    -Interest in Stage Management or Directing.

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