PROTOTYPE Festival Intnership
DESCRIPTION
PROTOTYPE Festival Internship – January 2026
PROTOTYPE the annual festival of global opera-theatre and music-theatre works produced by Beth Morrison Projects, is seeking paid interns to assist in all areas of the world-renowned festival. Interns will support both artistic and administrative operations, gaining valuable experience in producing and arts administration.
Internship Duration: January 2 – 18, 2026 (with potential hours in December)
Core Responsibilities: Interns will be assigned to one or more of the following teams: Producing/ Company Management, Production, Marketing, Development, or Touring. Duties may include:
· Attending technical rehearsals, load-ins, and strikes
· Handling front of house and company management/ artist relations
· Supporting cultivation events, box office, and front-of-house roles (ushering, etc.)
· Assisting with administrative tasks (errands, paperwork, receipt management)
Specific Roles:
Want to gain skills around the overall organizing and backbone of a production? Consider applying for the Producing/Company Management/General Management Intern positions:
· Assist in creating daily schedules and supporting administrative tasks
· Attend rehearsals, load-ins, and strikes
· Help prepare artist welcome packets and gifts
· Support box office and ushering duties during the performances
Want to gain skills around the technical side of a production? Consider applying for the Production Intern position:
· Provide hands-on support during rehearsals, load-ins, strikes, and productions
· Ideal for aspiring stage managers, designers, and technicians
Want to learn how to get the word out and promote ideas about a new performance and festival? Consider applying for the Marketing Intern position:
· Assist with social media content creation and copywriting
· Capture behind-the-scenes content
· Knowledge of Photoshop is a plus; Canva is required
Want to learn about how to raise money and execute special donor facing events? Consider applying for the Development/Fundraising Intern:
· Support administrative tasks related to charitable giving
· Greet donors and assist with front of house, ticketing, and donor event setup
Desired Start Date: January 2, 2026
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $16 - $17 Hourly
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a resume and cover letter (as a single PDF) detailing your interest and qualifications via our online application portal by Sunday, October 5th at 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged. Selected applicants will be invited to a Zoom interview with PROTOTYPE’s Associate Producer.
Application Deadline: January 17, 2026
Application Email/Link: forms.gle/PnrNfCoAtnwyPssVA