The Yard is currently accepting applications for the 2012 Internship. If you are interested in applying please visit the info page here.
All application forms and supported materials should be emailed to Michele Sasso, our Director of Communications & Artist Services at MicheleSasso@dancetheyard.org no later than Thursday March 1st, 2012 by 5pm EST.
DEADLINE EXTENDED!!!
Apps Due: Saturday March 10th, 2012
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APPS DUE: Thursday March 1st, 2012 by 5pm EST
DEADLINE EXTENDED!!!
Apps Due: Saturday March 10th, 2012
Email completed applications and additional materials to MicheleSasso@dancetheyard.org
Title: Technical Production Intern
Status: Seasonal
Reports to: Technical Director, Executive/Artistic Director, & Senior Staff
Works with: : Festival Performers, FlyTime participants & Director, Company technical staff & managers, fellow Interns
Dates: 5/28/12-9/20/12
Focused Responsibilities: Assisting with production and management of each performance, Taking video and photo documentation of performances, classes and events
The Technical Production Intern works with the Technical Director, for set-up, break down, and show-operating positions in the Patricia N. Nanon Theater (100 seat theatre), and the Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center (400 seat theare). During the first three weeks of the internship, the production Intern, alongside the Technical Director, opens and cleans the theatres and studios (with assistance on a rotating schedule from ALL OTHER YARD INTERNS), hangs lights and soft goods and preps sound systems. General jobs include hanging and focusing lights, running light or sound boards, maintaining wardrobe, and overall care and cleanliness of Patricia N. Nanon Theatre. Candidates must demonstrate a genuine interest in technical theatre or production/stage management. They should be detail-oriented, organized, and efficient at multi-tasking. They must be able to lift up to 40lbs, work at heights up to 15 feet, take responsibility for projects both independently and collaboratively. Having previous experience with using a basic video camera is a plus and willingness to be patient and innovative with what resources are available is essential.
The Technical Production intern is also responsible for aiding senior staff with daily operations and any general tasks required, not specific to production. For more information go to Overview of Internship Program.

“The Yard experience was one of the best I had in my early years. The people I worked with there have been very influential in my career. The piece I made was my first real breakthrough in dance, so it was a really big summer for me.”
Susan Marshall, choreographer, MacArthur Award recipient |