Internships

INTERNSHIPS

Hattiloo’s Resident Internship provides an environment that empowers tomorrow’s theater professionals to develop in their chosen field. By incorporating our residents into the work of Hattiloo in a deep, vital and mutually beneficial way, we help to foster thriving, passionate colleagues in the theater community. Please note that these resident internships are full time, full season opportunities for post graduate candidates.

FINANCES
All interns receive a weekly stipend of $175 (with increases after 6-month renewal). Hattiloo provides shared local housing to a limited number resident interns. It is possible for some interns to obtain employment within the theater for additional compensation. The normal duties of the internship must be completed before extra work can be taken on.

DURATION
Internships typically run for six months, and can be renewed up to two years. Hattiloo will cover some travel expenses to and from Memphis, TN.

SCENIC CONSTRUCTION AND ARTISTRY
This internship affords professional scenic construction and painting experience through working on productions. Work opportunities include varying types of scenic treatments for both realistic and abstract sets. Applicants must have painting experience, be detail oriented, and able to successfully complete projects independently. Color mixing and foam carving knowledge and experience is preferred. Ability to work from designer drawings, work on ladders, lift 50 lbs., and valid driver’s license required.

COMMUNICATIONS
The Communications internship affords professional marketing, development, and public relations experience through working on our productions. Work opportunities include creating and developing materials and interacting with the public through various mediums to deliver the organization’s messages to the public and the media.

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
The Production Assistant internship affords professional production experience by learning to manage multiple elements of our productions. Work opportunities include compiling production calendars, assisting in builds, hangs, and strikes of productions, and acting as running crew when necessary. Applicants must be organized, detail oriented, and able to successfully complete projects independently. Ability to lift 50 lbs. and valid driver’s license required.