Download Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre Internship Summer 2013

Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre Internship
Summer 2013
City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, non-profit organization to offer park programs throughout the five boroughs of
New York City. CPF works in over 750 parks citywide, presenting a broad range of free arts, sports and education programs and
helping citizens to support their parks on a local level. Our programs and community-building initiatives reach more than 600,000
New Yorkers each year, contributing to the revitalization of neighborhoods throughout New York City.
The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre (SCMT) is located in a historic building located in Central Park. The cottage was designed
for marionette performances and City Parks Foundation’s master puppeteers build the marionettes by hand to preserve the age-old
craft of Marionette Theater. Hundreds of thousands of children and families from around the world have enjoyed the original
marionette productions at the Cottage. SCMT’s productions are based on classic fairytales and offer an enriching theatrical and
educational experience for children of all ages.
We offer meaningful, unpaid internship experiences in the Arts & Cultural Department, providing assistance in the office and onsite
to the city’s marquee outdoor festival. Interns will gain hands-on experience in diverse areas while helping the full-time staff
execute a variety of initiatives.
Overview:
The SCMT is looking for talented, artistic individuals who are interested in exploring the magical world of marionette puppetry.
Apprentices at the SCMT will be trained as puppeteers and will learn the skills needed for this unique art form. The successful
candidate is motivated, interested in performing for children and has good hand eye coordination.
A structured program will include walking, focusing, crosses, animating the marionette and much more. The goal of this program is
to develop professional theatre skills and work as part of an ensemble. Apprentices will have a chance to develop their skills in
performance at the SCMT and/or with the touring PuppetMobile show. Apprentices who are able to demonstrate an aptitude for
building puppets may be given the opportunity to learn puppet construction from our master builders.
General Requirements:
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Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Must have experience in the performing arts
Ability to be proactive, resourceful and work independently
Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational and administrative management skills
Punctual, reliable, and ability to interact with the public in a professional manner
Preferred majors: Theatre Arts Administration, Education, Production or Management, Business, Arts Administration or
Nonprofit Management
Duties:
Assist the SCMT staff with general production duties and projects including:
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Assist with office administration when needed
Take on miscellaneous tasks and projects as they arise
During performances: Set props and ensure that the set is production ready, assist with the sound & lighting, assist with housesitting, greeting, ushering and distributing marketing materials
Office duties: take reservations for shows and private parties, make copies, retrieve messages, etc.
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To apply: Please send a resume and a cover letter to the e-mail address below. Please put “Swedish Cottage Intern
application” in subject line of email. Deadline: March 15, 2013
Email: [email protected]