Theater

Arden Professional Apprentice 

The Arden is seeking Arden Professional Apprentices (APAs) for the 2025/26 season. The Arden Professional Apprentice Program’s philosophy is to provide a comprehensive knowledge of the inner workings of a nonprofit regional theatre. It is designed to foster future theatre leaders. The program provides apprentices with a comprehensive knowledge of the inner workings of a nonprofit regional theatre through work in EVERY aspect of operations. Apprentices will not be assigned to a specific position or department but will be immersed in ALL departments. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. 

The Box Office Associate is responsible for assisting in managing the FringeArts Box Office and staffing Box Office at FringeArts year-round performances. This person reports directly to the Director of Venue and Patron Services.

Job Summary:

PlayArts is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our School Program Staff as a Lead Preschool Teacher for ages 3-4 in our Play Loud AfterSchool Program at Horatio B. Hackett Elementary. As a School Program Staff member, you will play a vital role in providing arts and enrichment programming to preschool-aged children in Northeast Philadelphia. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative educational environment.

Are you unapologetically Jewish with a story to share? Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM) is looking for digital creators to make their own unapologetically Jewish content this summer for a chance to win cash prizes up to $3,000! In this social media contest, all you need is a phone, Instagram, and your creativity to share and celebrate your Judaism.

Neither prior experience in social media or content creation nor a specific amount of high or low Instagram followers is required.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Communications Manager’s primary responsibilities include managing the Organization’s social media platforms, email marketing, and website to promote productions, classes, and events. The Employee will report directly to the Executive Director and will work closely with them and the Operations Manager and Director of Education and Programs on messaging guidance.

The Marketing Intern will provide promotional support for the Marketing & Communications department by engaging new and existing FringeArts audiences. They will develop and implement strategies to create content within a brand voice for different contexts including social media, email marketing, and PR. They will learn about creating and implementing marketing & PR plans and schedules to promote a calendar of live events.

Responsibilities:

The Development Intern will provide administrative support to the Development team by assisting in all aspects of FringeArts fundraising efforts. Working collaboratively across departments, they will gain a clear-eyed understanding of how an arts organization functions and fits within its community as they identify its needs and develop creative and strategic plans to address them.

Responsibilities:

The Financial Arts Management Intern will work with the Finance Director and the Finance Associate on the daily bookkeeping, budgeting, and administrative needs of the organization. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist with financial management operations
• Learn accounting software
• Assist with accounts payable, account reconciliation, credit card purchases, and petty cash processing
• Help update budgeting & forecasting spreadsheets
• Assist with HR paperwork
• Scan and file vendor documents

The Patron and Venue Services Co-op will provide administrative support to the Front of House & Grants Manager as well as the General Manager by processing expense forms, familiarizing oneself with patron and building data for grant opportunities, correspondence with potential rental opportunities, updating membership to inquiry outreach organizations and general upkeep of office functionality and building management as well as coordinating FOH staffing and much more!

Responsibilities:

The Festival Coordination Intern will assist the Independent Artist Program Manager (IAPM) in executing several major projects, as well as interacting with 300+ independent producing artists, all in relation to the 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. This will be the inaugural summer of this role. This position is ideal for someone with passion for experimental and unconventional performing art, and diverse toolbelt of skills ranging from interpersonal communication to system analysis.