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WS - INTERNSHIP - Appalachian Center For The Arts Tech/Design Assistant - FWS

University of Pikeville · Pikeville, KY · 1 wk ago
On-siteArt & Creative$8.75/hrInternship

Division: Internship | Department: Career, Vocation, and Leadership | Location: 218 2nd Street, Pikeville, KY | Supervisor: Technical Director (The App)/Angela Lockhart (UPIKE)

About the Role

Motivated and detail-oriented intern to join the Appalachian Center for the Arts team. This internship provides hands-on experience in Technical Theatre and Design, allowing the intern to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting. The intern will assist professionals with projects that improve the efficiency of live performing arts shows during the summer camp season.

Each year, The App holds 3 performance-based summer camps and one technical theatre-based summer camp, serving over 100 local children, ages 5-18. This year, an adult summer camp for individuals 18+ is also being added. The intern will assist the production team during the performance-based summer camps.

Organization Description

The Appalachian Center for the Arts serves as a vibrant regional arts hub in downtown Pikeville, dedicated to theater, music, and visual arts. It aims to celebrate the area’s rich cultural history while fostering community enrichment through high-quality entertainment and artistic education.

What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on experience in a performing arts work environment.
  • Opportunity to build problem-solving and design skills.
  • Opportunities to network with professionals in the performing arts.
  • Insight into how technical theatre operations work and contribute to overall success.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in building and designing sets and props for theatre productions.
  • Help with backstage show run duties.
  • Assist in event setups.
  • Help with sound and light designs.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Technical Director.

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Requirements

  • A current UPIKE student with interest/major/minor in Theatre or a relevant field.
  • No prior work experience needed.
  • Experience with power tools, musical instrument and band setup, painting, arts, and theatre is helpful but not necessary.

Skills

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Enjoyment in working with children.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Weekend work is required.

Schedule

The App’s performance summer camps run on two-week cycles. Camps meet for two weeks on weekdays from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM and include three weekend performances at the end of each two-week cycle. The adult summer camp will meet for a two-week period in the evenings with three weekend performances at the end of the two-week cycle. The intern must be available for scheduling during these times. Hours will not exceed 40 hours per week.

Physical Demands

  • General Activity: Sit 1-2 hours/day, stand/walk 5 hours/day.
  • Use of Hands/Feet: Primarily using hands for typing, operating equipment, or handling materials.
  • Weight Lifted: Up to 50 pounds (with the help of another person) occasionally.
  • This is a physical job that requires you to be active.

Professional Expectations

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.
  • Must be able to manage stress, stay focused, and maintain professionalism in various situations.

Pay

Beginning at $8.75/hour.

Additional Notes

  • Student must work a minimum of 80 hours in the semester.
  • Student must enroll concurrently into CVL 401: Integrated Internship Experience and successfully complete this course.
  • Number of positions: 1.

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