Creative Team (Direction/Choreography) Internship

CREATIVE TEAM (DIRECTION/CHOREOGRAPHY)

*Mentored by Directors and/or Choreographers*

Join the artistic room in a learning/shadow capacity—ideal for aspiring directors and choreographers.

• Sit in on pre-production calls/meetings to learn planning and inter-departmental communication
• Take rehearsal notes; document blocking and choreography; track changes
• Lead or support small-group section work as assigned
• Help assemble research/look books and reference decks; organize rehearsal footage/materials

Good fit if: observant • articulate • proactive • comfortable guiding small groups • movement/music literacy a plus

We are looking for folks with experience in theatre and/or film. Stipends are commensurate with experience and position. Some internships are unpaid and others range from $300-$1500 for an approximate 6-week commitment. Some positions have full or partial remote options.

All internships are mentored by working professionals (designers, department heads, or supervisors)

Compensation, Credit & Eligibility

SSA offers a range of internship types, stipend opportunities, and academic credit pathways.

Paid & Unpaid Internships:

Unpaid roles are mentored, learning-focused entry points for candidates with little or no experience.

Stipends (if paid):

$300–$1,500 based on experience, aptitude, and role scope. Amount is finalized after interviews and stated in the offer letter.

College Credit:

Available through Austin Community College (ACC), or we'll support credit through your home institution with forms, evaluations, and time logs.