Theatrical Production Internship for Tertiary Students

INTERNSHIP AT NEWTHEATRICALS

newtheatricals is a theatrical producer and general management company offering an intern programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for tertiary students who wish to gain knowledge and experience in the field of commercial theatre production. Interns with newtheatricals assist with the production of projects and are given the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and knowledge by working alongside industry professionals.

Internships are offered to tertiary students who are completing degrees relevant to live theatre and performance. They are offered on a 6-month basis and involve part-time work during both the university semester and holiday periods. Successful applicants for this position will ideally be completing a degree within media and communications or the humanities, majoring in theatre, film or performance studies.

Applicants need to have basic computer skills, including a familiarity with Microsoft Office applications. Interns will need a current Australian driver’s license (own car preferable) and must be available from July through to the end of February, including the university holidays. They also need to have great communication skills and a passion for live theatre and performance.

Applications should be sent to production@newtheatricals.com and must include:

1. A complete resume.

2. A cover letter outlining the following:

• Any current academic enrolments, a description of the course content and the desired outcome from these studies.
• Personal interests with specific reference to theatre and live performance.
• Level of computer literacy.
• What you would contribute to newtheatricals and what you hope to gain from this internship.

3. A contact number for a referee from the applicant’s university or alternate place of study.

Applications for this position are to be submitted by 22 June 2007 for commencement in July 2007.

For more information on newtheatricals, see our website at www.newtheatricals.com.