Job Opportunities

Manager of Individual Giving

The Manager of Individual Giving is a full-time employee of Dance Theater Workshop with responsibility for working closely with the Development department on growing the institution’s individual donor base. The Manager of Individual Giving supports activities related to management of our donor member program, including direct mail campaigns, cultivation and fundraising events, and major gift solicitations. Working closely with the Director of Development, the position will develop and implement strategies for renewing and increasing gifts from individuals, via an expanded Donor Membership Program, support the stewardship of current donors, including Dance Theater Workshop’s Board of Directors, and expand the roster of new individual donors. This position will also work closely with the Manager of Special Events in connection with successful cultivation events that further Dance Theater Workshop’s mission. This position reports to the Director of Development.

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Director of Planning and Development

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Planning and Development is an 18 month position designed to provide leadership, direction, and coordination for a comprehensive fundraising program and development of a six-year major gift campaign. The Director of Planning and Development will be expected to design, implement, and manage an integrated development plan with a primary focus on the development of a significant major donor initiative. Coordinating with Dance Theater Workshop leadership, s/he will strategically plan and manage the development operation to meet long-term fundraising goals; maintain relationships with donors, volunteers and the Board of Directors; and work hands-on to cultivate and solicit donations.

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Usher Opportunities

Dance Theater Workshop is now accepting ushers for its 2007-2008 Season! Volunteer ushers help make every show a success. Arrive one hour before the show to help the House Manager with pre-show preparation, and see the show for free!

To sign up to be a Dance Theater Workshop Usher, please call the box office at 212.924.0077.

Fall Season Internships

Sept 08 – Jan 09 (commitment length is flexible)

Dance Theater Workshop, seeks creative and forward-thinking interns who can jump on board in exciting administrative and technical production positions. Benefits include complimentary tickets to Dance Theater Workshop events and, often, to events at other cultural venues. A close view will be afforded of the workings, both financial and programmatic, of a major New York cultural institution that is active in local, regional, and global arenas. College credit is available for administrative intern positions upon request.

Note: All administrative internships are unpaid. There is a stipend available for full time technical production interns. It is strongly advised to demonstrate interest in multiple departments if desired, as there is usually only one administrative intern per department, and it is possible that interns can move from department to department.

Receptionist
dtwrec@dtw.org 212-691-6500 ext 200

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT INTERNSHIP

20 hours per week, 6-month minimum; unpaid

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated to use his or her passion for innovative marketing in service of a leading-edge cultural institution. Previous experience with real-world marketing/advertising programs is a plus, as is an interest in the performing arts and the New York City cultural scene. The ideal candidate will also have well-developed research and writing skills, notably beyond typical academic standards.

Responsibilities:

As the position is centered around the establishment of a new circle of corporate sponsors for Dance Theater Workshop, day-to-day tasks will include detailed research on business strategy, brand DNA, and patterns of marketing and philanthropy among target companies. Helping create a database of information on each of the target companies is a large part of this position, as is helping to plan and execute individual approaches and “asks” for each company, including the creation of inquiry and pitch letters. The position involves close work with Dance Theater Workshop Executive Director Stephen Greco, as well as with Development Director Sara Juli, and Marketing Director Megan Sprenger.

DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support to the Director of Institutional Giving
Researching relevant Foundations, Corporations, and Institutions
Following up on Corporate Sponsor contacts
Research individual donor prospects and new corporate sponsorship endeavors
Assist in developing support materials for Dance Theater Workshop’s written proposals, as well as assembling proposals to be sent to Funders
Aid in maintenance and updating of donor records

Qualifications:

Strong writing, interpersonal communication skills and computer literacy are required. Any web and/or graphic design experience a plus. This position reports directly to the Director of Institutional Giving. This opportunity is intended to provide a student with valuable learning experience in the development and grant-writing aspects of a non-profit organization. The intern schedule will be 10 to 20 hours a week for 6-8 weeks. Please note that start and end dates are flexible.

Please include proposed start and end date and available hours.

GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP

Intern will assist in all graphic and web design projects related to the performing season, branding campaign, fundraising and advertising.

Responsibilites:

Create and Edit using provided templates: Artist Specific Programs, Postcards and signage; bi-weekly emails; and monthly advertisements
Assist in artist deadline management and correspondence
Assist in organization and editing of web and print copy
Database entry and cleaning related to design materials for Season Artists

Qualifications:

Graphic Design Major and/or interest in graphic design
Basic Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop software is preferred

Start and end dates are negotiable
Hours/week: 20 hours a week

PROGRAMMING INTERNSHIP

Responsibilities:

Dance Theater Workshop’s Programming Intern supports the Programming Assistant in the general management of the Programming Department. This intern also provides administrative support to the Artistic Director, Senior Producer, and Associate Producer. The Programming Intern will support the Programming Assistant in preparing for Dance Theater Workshop’s spring season and will also work independently on smaller projects. Responsibilities may include organizing archives, data entry, research, preparation for departmental workshops and events, assisting with Curatorial Advisory Committee mailings, attending Programming Department meetings, and maintaining Artist’s files.

Qualifications:

Effective writing, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and computer literacy are required. Knowledge of Excel is a plus. The length of the Programming Internship is four to eight months, with a flexible schedule of 5 to 8 hours a week.

The length of the Programming Internship is four to eight months, with a flexible schedule of 5 to 8 hours a week.

MARKETING INTERNSHIP

Intern will assist in the planning and implementation of publicity and community outreach initiatives including the Chelsea Cultural Partnership Program, audience development, and the annual gala celebration. A huge focus is geared towards Dance Theater Workshop’s branding campaign, and the preparation of all print material both current and archival. In addition, the marketing intern will be integral in maintaining Dance Theater Workshop’s blog activity along with other web based projects.

Responsibilites:

Creation of artist specific press kits and informational forms for the Box Office Staff
Update press database
Assist in organization and editing of web and print material
Assist coordination of the Culture Fest and other Dance Theater Workshop sponsorship appeals
Attend weekly marketing and planning meetings
Database entry/maintenance related to audience mailing lists and research

Qualifications:

Strong writing, organization, and interpersonal communication skills and computer literacy are required.

FULL TIME TECHNICAL PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP

(NOW HIRING SPRING INTERNS)

Dance Theater Workshop Tech Interns are involved in all areas of theatrical production. Supervised by the Dance Theater Workshop production staff, interns work on every production from load-in, technical rehearsals, show runs, through load-out. Interns operate lighting and sound consoles for all shows gaining hands-on experience with top quality industry standard equipment. Tech interns actively participate in a wide variety of departmental work including electrics, carpentry, stage management, and rigging.

Working with Dance Theater Workshop’s full time production department and some of the best designers and technicians New York City has to offer, interns are exposed to a wide range of specialists and work styles helping each intern find and develop their own areas of interest. Through this intense yet rewarding process, interns gain invaluable experience and contacts in a professional, world-renowned dance theatre venue. Many past interns continue to work for Dance Theater Workshop and have helped create a huge platform of opportunity for current interns as they complete their training.

Season:
Spring: February – June
Fall: mid-August – January

Weekly stipend: $300

Applications/Inquiries can be submitted to:
Chloe Brown- Director of Production
212-691-6500 ext 219
chloe@dtw.org

Contacts

Want to be an Usher?: 212.924.0077
Receptionist: dtwrec@dtw.org; 212.691.6500 x 200