JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Full and Part time positions are not available at this time

Internships

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater seeks enthusiastic, hardworking undergraduate and graduate students for internships for Spring, Summer, and Fall in the following areas.

  • Description

    The Artistic Management Assistant Intern will provide administrative support for the Artistic Director of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater.


    Duties And Responsibilities

    • Making travel arrangements
    • Maintaining and updating personal schedules
    • Drafting emails and documents to support Artistic flow of systems and communications
    • Maintain and update calendars to keep Artistic Director abreast of deadlines and event as needed
    • Maintain and facilitate the flow of communication between DRDT Office and Senior Staff as needed
    • Attend and schedule Meetings with and for Artistic Director as needed
    • Marketing experience (plus) General Office Operations
    • Answering telephones and handling voicemail messages
    • Setting up zoom calls
    • Updating organization calendar
    • Filing
    • Updating databases
    • Handling delivery and pick up of documents

    Qualifications
    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher)
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Works well in a group setting and Works efficiently on their own
    • Detail-oriented and Organized
    • Has a flexible schedule

  • Description

    The Dance Education Intern supports the Dance Education Team (Artistic Director and Dance Education Manager) of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater in the management of the Dance Education training and outreach programs.

    Duties And Responsibilities


    • Respond to/refer general information requests pertaining to Dance Education including classes, auditions and performances
    • Drafting emails and documents
    • Maintain and Update the Area Calendar for Dance Education and keep abreast of deadlines and events as needed
    • Maintain and facilitate the flow of communication between Deeply Rooted Office and Senior Staff as needed
    • Support as directed and attend Dance Education events
    • Attend Dance Education and organization meetings as directed
    • Under the direction of the Operations and Marketing Director, the Intern will work closely with the Marketing/Programs Intern to cultivate groups for all Deeply Rooted performances and dance education enrollment

    General Office Operations

    • Answering telephones and handling voice mail messages
    • Setting up conference calls
    • Updating organization calendar
    • Area Filing (electronic and hard copy)
    • Updating databases
    • Handling delivery and pick up of documents

    Qualifications
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Entrepreneurial self starter
    • Pays keen attention to details
    • Good time management and is dependable in meeting deadlines
    • Good financial expense accounting
    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher) 
    • Good at following direction and protocols
    • Has a flexible schedule
    • Works well in a group setting and works efficiently on their own

  • Description

    The Development intern assists the Development Director with managing grants, individual donation and cultivation events.

    Duties And Responsibilities

    Assist Development Director with the following:

    • Grants/Sponsorships

    • Research funding opportunities and provide summary points

    • Facilitates weekly development call/meeting

    • Maintains and manages the grant submissions timeline and servicing thereof (i.e., donor thank you letters, additional information requests, contract compliance, final reports, event invitations, support material files, etc.)

    • Provides grant reports upon request

    • Major Giving/ Individual Donors

    • Maintain record of major and individual giving and provide reports when requested

    • Send follow up thank you letters and gifts according to giving level

    • Fundraising Call Campaign

    • Assist with calls and intake

    • Cultivation Events

    • Planning logistics (cost out, vendors, invitations)

    • Database

    • Input and update database as needed

    • Print reports by request

    • Special Projects- Complete special projects that align with respective areas (i.e Organizational Portfolio).

    General Office Operations

    • Answering telephones and handling voice mail messages
    • Setting up conference calls
    • Updating organization calendar
    • Filing
    • Updating databases
    • Handling delivery & pick up of documents.

    Qualifications

    • Effective communicator
    • Entrepreneurial self-starter
    • Good writing and editing skills
    • Pays keen attention to details
    • Good time management and is dependable in meeting deadlines
    • Good financial expense accounting
    • Word and Excel proficient
    • Working knowledge of social and electronic media systems (eblasts, Facebook, and Evites)
    • Ability to direct, coordinate, or oversee website updates
    • Good at following direction and protocols
    • Has a flexible schedule

  • Description

    The Marketing Intern will support efforts to heighten the public image and visibility of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater.

    Duties And Responsibilities

    • Support the creation and distribution of press kits and marketing materials
    • Assist staff in creating & maintaining an archive of marketing and promotions materials
    • Catalog company physical and online images and videos
    • Compile content and images for website, contribute to e-newsletters publications, and update website and social media content
    • Assist with performances as assigned
    • Publicize upcoming theater performances to relevant organizations
    • Creating databases of appropriate contacts
    • Support the creation of brand awareness in the community
    • Drafting emails and documents
    • Maintain and facilitate the flow of communication between DRDT Office and Senior Staff as needed 
    • Attend meetings with Marketing Manager as needed

    Operational Graphic Design Needs

    • E-Press Kit
    • E-Invitations
    • Eblasts
    • Facebook Posts
    • Instagram
    • Twitter
    • Performance Programs
    • Program Flyers or Postcards
    • Website Design/Graphics

    Qualifications

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher)
    • Working knowledge of Adobe In-Design or other graphic programs is a plus but not required 
    • Working knowledge of social media outlets and associated software (i.e. Facebook, Hootesuite, etc.) 
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong photography and videography skills
    • Works well in a group setting and works efficiently on their own
    • Detail-oriented and organized
    • Has a flexible schedule

  • Description

    The Operations Intern will assist the Operations Manager of Deeply Rooted DanceTheater in coordinating the daily operations of the organization, aid in various office administrative tasks, and provide logistical support as needed. The Intern also supports Deeply Rooted’s Business Manager with financial and business related matters in efforts to promote the company’s financial standing and growth.

    Operation duties and responsibilities 

    • Assist with maintaining office inventory and office supplies, organize office space and storage
    • Receiving, posting and distributing mail to staff
    • File meeting minutes and other important files in the appropriate electronic filing system and onsite binders
    • Assist with the maintenance and update of the Policy and Procedures and General Operating Procedures binders
    • Maintaining and updating office calendars and schedules and keep abreast of deadlines and events as needed
    • Responding to and Drafting emails and documents as needed
    • Maintaining and facilitating the flow of communication between DRDT Office and Staff as needed
    • Attends meetings with Supervisor as needed
    • Maintain and answer email inquiries as well as filing and labeling correspondence to correct folder

    General Office Operations 

    • Implement and supervise office maintenance 
    • Answering telephones and handling voicemail messages, setting up conference calls
    • Updating the Area and Organizational Calendar 
    • Master & Area filing (electronic & hardcopy) 
    • Handling delivery & pick up of documents 

    Qualifications 

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher) 
    • Working knowledge of Adobe In-Design or other graphic programs is a plus but not required 
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Works well in a group setting and Works efficiently on their own
    • Detail-oriented and organized 
    • Has a flexible schedule

  • Description

    The Artistic Assistant Intern will provide administrative support for the Artistic Director of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater.

    Duties And Responsibilities

    • Help maintain the costume inventory by assisting Production Manager and Wardrobe Supervisor in counting, pulling, sorting, cleaning, fitting, and transporting costumes. Note any needs, changes, or notes in the costume inventory database.
    • Communicate with dancers, directors, managers and other members of staff to ensure a smooth running of all production projects. Attend all production and staff meetings. Intern may attend design/creative meetings at discretion of Production Manager and directors.
    • Support staff by answering phones, taking detailed notes during meetings, inputting data into the computer, and performing other tasks as required.
    • Run errands such as purchasing supplies, props, equipment, food, and other necessary items for production projects.
    • Making travel arrangements
    • Maintaining and updating personal schedules
    • Drafting emails and documents to support Artistic flow of systems and communications
    • Maintain and update calendars to keep Artistic Director abreast of deadlines and events as needed
    • Maintain and facilitate the flow of communication between DRDT Office and Senior Staff as needed
    • Attend and schedule Meetings with and for Artistic Director as needed
    • Marketing experience (plus)

    General Office Operations

    • Answering telephones and handling voicemail messages
    • Setting up conference calls
    • Updating organization calendar
    • Filing
    • Updating databases
    • Handling delivery & pick up of documents

Deeply Rooted interns collaborate with the Artistic team and Administrative staff on multiple projects throughout the year, working in operations, development, marketing, and programs as integral members of our staff. Interns will gain a well-rounded understanding of the inner workings of a non-profit arts organization while learning and working in a fast-paced but nurturing environment. This is a great opportunity for any young professional seeking to both apply their academic skills and gain experience in arts administration.

Stipends are available and internships may develop into full or part-time work with the company.

How to Apply

To apply for an internship, please email the following to amwd@deeplyrootedproductions.org:

  • A cover letter detailing your specific interest in Deeply Rooted, attached to the email, in PDF file format.

  • Resume in PDF file format.

  •  Relevant work samples (e.g., writing samples, graphic design, financial analysis).

*Students should contact their internship office for academic credit.
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