Company: Studio East, Training for the Performing Arts
Address: 11730 118th Ave NE Suite 100
Location: Kirkland, WA
Application Deadline: Available Year-round
Position: Part-time, Unpaid
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Description
Studio East is founded on the belief that the performing arts have value, and that they can make a difference in the lives of our children. We know the magic of live theatre excites the magic of a child's imagination. We also know that children who learn and practice the discipline, dedication, and teamwork required by the craft of theatre develop skills that will be valuable assets throughout their lives, no matter what career they choose to pursue.
Studio East creates opportunities for young people
to discover and explore the performing arts.
The Education Intern will assist the Education Director and Registrar in ensuring the success of our performing arts instructional programs. Key functions include preparation of classroom materials and assisting in classrooms in addition to other general administrative duties. This position has the potential for extra projects for interns that have interest and show initiative.
Responsibilities
Duties may include:
• assisting Teaching Artists in class/camp
• creating and updating resource lists, databases and handbooks
• internet and phone research projects
• formatting and compiling data from program evaluations
• updating website and social media sites
• organizing, labeling and inventorying class materials
• formatting, photocopying and organizing electronic documents
Requirements
Successful applicants will have a demonstrated interest in the performing arts and working with young people. Applicants should be interested in working in a relaxed office setting and learning skills which can be applied to future administrative positions. Basic computer skills required. Flexibility, communication and organizational skills, sense of humor, attention to detail and patience needed.
High school and college students are encouraged to apply, especially students wishing to use their experience at Studio East to earn school credit. A regular schedule of 6-8 hours per week for 12+ weeks is desired. Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer Interns are needed for 2010-11.
This is an unpaid position. Tickets to Studio East and StoryBook Theater performances are available.
To apply, email your cover letter and resume to LauraShepherd@Studio-East.org. Call Laura at 425-820-1800 x108 for additional information.
