Paid Opera Apprenticeship at Wolf Trap!
Applications are due MARCH 1
Help produce and promote summer productions for Wolf Trap Opera: one of America's most prominent career entry programs for young singers. WTO apprentices work side-by-side with professional staff members and are critical to the success of each season's productions.
Opera apprentices must have their own transportation and be willing to work the long hours that a production schedule requires.
Wolf Trap Opera is pleased to offer apprentices housing in the home of an approved Housing Host or at George Mason University.
Summer positions are offered in the following areas:
Artistic Administration
Communications
Stage Management
Technical Theatre
Scene Painting
Props Assistant
Costuming
Wigs & Makeup
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Artistic Administration
Assist Wolf Trap Opera & Classical Programming in the daily operations of the department, which includes:
The coordination and distribution of daily schedules
Tracking Artist and VIP ticket requests and guest lists
Creating supertitle PowerPoint files and cueing score for each show
Compiling and editing program materials and text booklets
Working with the Development and Special Events departments on donor receptions and opening night cast parties
Requirements
Bachelor's degree completed or in progress in opera or classical music administration
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, database management)
Strong organizational & communication skills
Previous experience with a performing arts organization strongly recommended
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Communications
Assist Wolf Trap Opera & Classical Programming in promoting the Opera season to the public, which includes:
Creating video trailers for each Opera production to be used as marketing materials
Generating social media content
Working with the PR department to coordinate artist interviews & public appearances
Filming archive footage of all Opera performances
Requirements
Experience with video equipment and editing software required
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, Publisher)
Strong organizational & communication skills
Familiarity with theatre and classical music recommended
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Stage Management
Function as an Assistant Stage Manager for Opera productions at The Barns at Wolf Trap and the Filene Center, which includes:
Generating prop and costume running paperwork for the shows to which you are assigned (may be asked for samples)
Managing rehearsals in conjunction with the rest of the production team
Assisting on the run-crew for each performance
Stage managing ancillary projects (scenes program, recitals, outreach, etc.)
Requirements
Must already have experience on a stage management team
Interest in pursuing a career in opera stage management
Ability to read music
Knowledge of or experience in opera highly desirable
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NOTE: The above positions follow the Opera company summer schedule and work on a 6 day/week schedule (one day off that varies from week to week; standard production schedule)
Technical Theatre
Expand your experience in technical theatre and learn from the experts. Work side-by-side with professional designers, carpenters, electricians, and technicians to produce scenery for multiple operas.
Requirements
Prior scene shop or equivalent experience
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Scene Painting
Learn basic and advanced scene painting and finishing techniques from professional scenic artists. Apprentices will work alongside our scenic artists to finish professional scenery for fully produced shows.
Requirements
Prior scene painting or equivalent experience
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Props Assistant
Provide assistance to the Props Master and learn the art of crafting, building, and acquiring all the necessary hand and furniture props needed in fully produced professional shows.
Requirements
Prior stage properties or equivalent experience
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Costuming
Work directly with Wolf Trap Opera’s Costume Shop Manager, Costume Designer, and professional stitchers in costume construction, wardrobe maintenance, and dressing.
Requirements
Prior costume shop or equivalent experience
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Wigs & Make up
Work directly with Wolf Trap Opera’s Wig & Make Up Designer, Crafts Designer and professional artists in craft construction, wig & make up maintenance and application, and backstage as an integral part of the wig & make up team during all mainstage shows.
Requirements
Prior wig & make up/crafts experience or equivalent experience
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Technical Theatre, Scene Painting, Props Assistant, Costuming, and Wigs & Make Up Apprentices also become the run-crew for all performances at The Barns at Wolf Trap.
Select the position you are interested in applying for and click the “Apply Now” button at the bottom of the position description to apply online. If applying for more than one internship (up to three allowed), you must submit separate applications for each position.
You must complete the entire online application to be considered for an internship. Below is what is required in the online application:
Cover letter with brief personal statement, outline of career goals, and specification of departmental apprenticeship(s) for which you’re applying. If applying for more than 1 apprenticeship (up to 3 allowed), do not submit different applications for each—just specify top choices.
Resume listing relevant courses, previous experience, and special skills. No transcripts please.
2 academic and/or professional references. Please include phone number and email.
Interviews
Hiring supervisors will review applications and invite select candidates to interview.
Interviews may take place in person, or by phone or Skype.
All applicants should receive information on the status of their application about 1 month after the application deadline.
Make sure internships@wolftrap.org is added to your contact or safe email list.
Questions
Call 703.937.6304 or 1.800.404.8461 or email internships@wolftrap.org.
The Wolf Trap Internship Program is funded in part by the Rubenstein Next Generation Initiative, ExxonMobil Corporation, The Dick & Betsy DeVos Family Foundation, Something Different Contracting, and Anonymous Foundation. Funding for the Diversity Initiatives has been provided by the Anthony and Beatrice Welters Family.
