Production Internship | Fall 2024

FringeArts is Philadelphia’s home for contemporary performance, presenting progressive, world-class art that expands the imagination and boldly defies expectations. Our programming exposes audiences to genre-defying performances and installations by accomplished and emerging innovators who push the boundaries of art-making and redefine the artistic landscape worldwide.

The Production Intern will be instrumental in all load-ins, load-outs, and running of shows in the 4 performances spaces throughout the building. They will also aid the Production department with administrative tasks. Specialization within the department is possible, depending on our production schedule and the intern’s interest.  

Responsibilities may include: 

• Set construction/installation
• Unloading trucks
• Hanging/focusing lights
• Assisting audio set up
• Advancing technical riders
• Creating and implementing show schedules
• Organizing rentals
• Correspondence with other departments as well as external artists, clients, etc.

Required:

• Strong problem solver
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn new skills and abilities
• Experienced with general stagecraft, such as lighting/electrics, audio, set construction, and/or video
• General knowledge of Mac Operating Systems
• Comfortable with Excel and Google Suite
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs repeatedly
• Comfort with ladders and working at height

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Lightwright, and/or Qlab5
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
   

While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
 

This internship will take place from Late August to mid-November. 10-15 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!