Description:
This position will assist in production and artist management of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra's 2009-2010 Season. The Operations Intern will assist the Artistic Operations department with production riders, orchestra plots, run-out concerts and rehearsal hall set-ups and auditions. The Operations Intern will also assist the Artistic Services Associate with guest artist contracts, data sheets, riders, and itineraries, and will help with logistical details such as hotel and transportation for guest artists. This intern will gain valuable experience in many areas of Operations, including working in different venues and working with many types of musicians. This internship offers flexible hours, great opportunities to learn and improve skills such as multi-tasking and managing many different projects, paying attention to detail, and having a working relationship with many different people including musicians, guest artists, technical staff, and stagehands. Intern will be trained on a variety of orchestra software including OPAS, an orchestra planning software utilized by many orchestras around the country as well as Microsoft Visio, a design program used for orchestra plots. This is a great internship for anyone interested in the nuts and bolts of putting on a show. Complimentary tickets may be available for a variety of events. Course credit can be arranged depending on the length of the internship. Start and end dates are negotiable. This position is an unpaid internship. Parking is paid for by the HSO.
Minimum Requirements:
The qualified candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is a strong plus. The candidate must be dedicated and should have experience in the performing arts. This internship is best for the student working towards a degree in theatre production, business, arts administration or non-profit management. While supervision and direction is readily available, the intern will be expected to be a self-starter and able to work independently.