Come and work as a Production Intern for one of LA County's fasting-growing opera companies, Mission Opera! You will learn the inside scoop on what makes a successful performing arts organization in a post-pandemic environment, as you get meaningful, wide-ranging exposure to all artistic and operational levels. You will work hands-on with our Executive Director, Stage Manager and Multimedia Director, as you learn how to build a season, organize and plan a large-scale production, hone skills in all design elements, such as light design, sound design, multimedia design, set design, construction, costuming and makeup. The internship culminates as you run a show with interdependence in your area of choice. Our interns engage in process-oriented projects that develop technical skills and marketable competencies that are broadly translatable to the job market within the arts nonprofit sector and beyond, such as stage direction, designing, stage management, theater techs, and more. This position will work approximately 20 hours a week from August 2024 through February 2025.
The ideal intern candidate will: • Possess an interest in music, theater, opera and/or performing arts; • Understand basic technical theater principals; • Possess excellent verbal, written and organizational skills; • Act responsibly and with a friendly and professional demeanor; • Be inquisitive and willing to learn new skills; • Connect with a diverse array of community members; • Demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Windows Office Suite, Wix, and Google Drive; • Demonstrate a comfort level with all major social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube; • Be a self-started who can work with independently; • Learn quickly and multitask; • Respect and maintain confidentiality. Mission Opera values intellectual curiosity and ability to offer a fresh perspective/ideas to accomplish tasks and realize goals. Candidates should be prepared to work evenings and weekends, especially during production weeks. Some remote work will be allowed.
Mission Opera is a 501(c)3 performing arts and educational nonprofit. We produce high-quality, accessible opera and musical theater, to provide members of the community the opportunity to participate at all levels of these productions, and to afford both participants and audiences enjoyment and a deeper appreciation of opera and musical theater. Our educational outreach initiatives bring opera and musical theater into the schools and teach children about the importance of music and the arts.
To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Joshua Wentz at josh@missionopera.com. Questions? Please call Dr. Wentz at (307) 350-0373.