ARS NOVA ARTISTIC INTERN

Job Description
Ars Nova seeks an Artistic Intern to assist with the administration and programming of a vibrant, eclectic theater. Responsibilities may include logging and tracking submissions; organizing show coverage; assisting with play readings and developmental workshops; evaluating submissions and attending productions; and general administrative support for the artistic staff. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in artistic development and producing.

The ideal candidate must have strong organizational and communication skills; strong writing skills; excellent attention to detail; the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously; proficiency in Word and Excel. Some evening availability is necessary.

Spring internships begin in January, summer internships begin in early June and fall internships begin in early September. There is some flexibility in start dates. Weekly stipend.

As New York’s premier hub for emerging artists and new work, Ars Nova is committed to developing and producing eclectic theater, comedy and music to feed today’s popular culture. To that end, Ars Nova strives to create daring collaborations, meld disciplines and give clear voice to a new generation of artists. Founded on the principle that a professional and safe environment where risk-taking is encouraged will cultivate a community of innovators, our fundamental mission is to reinvigorate the world of live performance by supporting smart, surprising new work from the next wave of emerging artists. Ars Nova was founded in memory of Gabe Wiener. For more information, visit arsnovanyc.com.

Application Deadlines
To be considered for the spring internship please submit a resume, cover letter and a letter of recommendation by December 1.

To be considered for the summer internship, please submit a resume, cover letter and a letter of recommendation by April 18.

To be considered for the fall internship, please submit your resume, cover letter and a letter of recommendation by May 15.

Interviews will be held for all positions in the month following the application deadline. Please email application materials to artistic@arsnovanyc.com