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Marketing Department
—Public Relations Manager
Production Department
—Puppeteer Auditions for Don
Quixote
Internships
Public Relations Manager
Now celebrating its 30th Anniversary Season, the Center for Puppetry Arts
is in search of a Public Relations Manager to help coordinate media and
public relations. The position requires skills in copy writing, proofreading,
public speaking, and forming successful relationships directly with the
media. The candidate should have at least 2-3 years experience in PR with
a non-profit arts organization; a degree in PR, marketing, or related
discipline; and possess excellent communication skills. Full-time position
with benefits. For a full job description, click
here.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position
is filled. Send resume, including salary history and requirements, to
karenramps@puppet.org or fax
to 404.881.5163. No phone calls, please.
Puppeteer Audtions for Don Quixote
Auditions for bilingual performers (English/Spanish) for the upcoming
production of Don Quixote, adapted by Bobby Box and Manuel
Morán of Teatro SEA, will be held Thursday, May 15 through Saturday,
May 17 from 2-6pm
Prior experience in puppetry is recommended but not required. Those who
audition will need to bring with them a recent headshot and theatrical
resume. Please dress in comfortable clothing in which you can easily move.
The audition will consist of the following:
1) A short, prepared monologue (1-2 minutes).
2) Manipulation of puppets. Using our puppets, we would like to see your
puppet manipulation skills.
3) We may also request a cold reading.
Rehearsals: Jan 6 -Feb 1, 2009, Tues-Sun, exact times to be determined
(generally 9am-5pm, or 2-10pm)
Preview: Mon, Feb 2, 2009 at 8pm
Show dates: Feb 3-15, 2009, Tues-Fri 11am; Thurs-Sat 8pm; Sun 5pm
If you are interested in scheduling a 30 minute audition slot or have
questions, please contact Kristin Jarvis at 404.881.5180 or kristinjarvis@puppet.org.
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Interns at the Center for Puppetry Arts are an integral part of the departments,
and as such, their ideas and input will be valued. Payment will be the
items produced that the intern can put into his/her portfolio. In addition,
interns will receive 4 free tickets to all family performances, and 2
free tickets to all adult performances during the internship, as well
as a 20% discount in the Center’s Museum Store. Stipends may also
be available.
Development:
The Center for Puppetry Arts seeks an intern to assist the Development
department in day-to-day activities. Duties include assisting with writing
and production of fundraising appeals; researching potential contributors
and fundraising ideas; and assisting with the planning, organization and
logistics of cultivation parties and other special events.
Download the job description
and application instructions >
Marketing/Public Relations:
The Center for Puppetry Arts seeks a dynamic individual to assist the
Marketing Director and Public Relations Manager in day-to-day activities.
Duties include writing press releases, PSAs and more; distributing materials
to the media and clipping press mentions; maintaining the Center Web site;
and miscellaneous special projects.
Download the job description
and application instructions >
Marketing/Promotions:
The Center for Puppetry Arts seeks a dynamic individual to assist the
Audience Development Manager in developing and implementing strategies
and promotions to increase ticket sales and awareness. Duties include
assisting with cross promotions; writing letters and other promotional
copy; distributing Center material; and researching potential audiences.
Download the job
description and application instructions >
Graphic Design:
The Center for Puppetry Arts seeks an intern to assist the Graphic Designer.
Duties include producing the Center’s online study guides; assisting
the design of ads for various publications; updating the Center’s
Web site; and assisting the design of programs for Center performances.
Download the job
description and application instructions >
For information on volunteering, click
here.
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