Artistic Operations Intern

Dallas Symphony Association Inc • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Artistic Operations Intern supports the Artistic Operations Department in planning and executing concerts, rehearsals, and related events. The internship provides hands-on experience in artistic operations and an opportunity to learn the day-to-day responsibilities of managing artists and concert logistics. The intern will shadow artistic staff during concert duties and backstage rehearsals, assist with artist itineraries and contracts, research programming ideas and trends, attend weekly planning meetings, prepare planning materials, and provide general administrative support. Applicants must be eligible to receive course credit for the internship. The position requires approximately 15 hours per week.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Music, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Enthusiasm for learning about artistic operations and concert production.
• Availability to commit approximately 15 hours per week to internship responsibilities.
• Eligibility to receive course credit for the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants are encouraged to provide a one-page cover letter describing how the internship will help achieve their career goals and why they believe they are the best candidate.

Responsibilities

• Shadow artistic staff during concert duties and backstage rehearsals to learn about event operations.
• Assist in generating artist itineraries and contracts as needed.
• Research programming ideas, styles, and trends to support the artistic department’s planning initiatives.
• Attend weekly planning meetings with the artistic department to stay informed about upcoming events and projects.
• Prepare planning documents and materials to support departmental activities.
• Provide general administrative support as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern