WS - INTERNSHIP - Appalachian Center For The Arts Tech/Design Assistant - FWS
About The Position
This internship provides hands-on experience in Technical Theatre and Design at the Appalachian Center for the Arts, allowing the intern to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting. The intern will assist professionals with projects that help improve the efficiency of live performing arts shows during the summer camp season. The Appalachian Center for the Arts serves as a vibrant regional arts hub in downtown Pikeville, dedicated to theater, music, and visual arts. It aims to celebrate the area’s rich cultural history while fostering community enrichment through high-quality entertainment and artistic education. Interns will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a performing arts work environment, build problem-solving and design skills, network with professionals in the performing arts, and gain insight into how technical theatre operations work and contribute to overall success.
Requirements
- A current UPIKE student with interest/major/minor in Theatre or relevant field.
- No prior work experiences needed.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Enjoyment in working with children.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.
- Must be able to manage stress, stay focused, and maintain professionalism in various situations.
- Student must work a minimum of 80 hours in the semester.
- Student must enroll concurrently into CVL 401: Integrated Internship Experience and successfully complete this course.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with power tools, musical instrument and band setup, painting, arts, and theatre is helpful but not necessary.
Responsibilities
- Assist in building and designing sets and props for theatre productions.
- Help with back stage show run duties.
- Assist in event set ups.
- Help with sound and light designs.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Technical Director.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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