JOB OPENINGS

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

About Delaware Theatre Company

Delaware Theatre Company creates theatre of the highest professional quality in Delaware and thereby enriches the vitality of the area through artistic programming, education, and community service. At its heart, theatre is community. By telling our stories, by shining a light on our shared experiences, theatre strengthens the bonds between us. Connects us. That's what community is about - and that's what we're about. Delaware Theatre Company has been connecting people for more than 40 years.

In 1979, Delaware Theatre Company found its first home in an abandoned firehouse in downtown Wilmington. After minor renovations funded by the city, individual donors and sweat equity, the company was ready to put on a show. From that very first day, the goal was to show that theatre—an ancient, powerful art form—could touch every human emotion. DTC has succeeded in doing so ever since. 

About the Apprenticeship Program

Apprenticeships are focused, full-time, on-the-job, season-long positions. Apprenticeships are designed for individuals looking to advance their careers in a specific trade by working in a professional theatre company. Apprentices work as professionals alongside department heads with focused training, periodic reviews, and special educational sessions.

Apprenticeships are cross-departmental with the majority of their time worked in their chosen field, but will include some assignments in other departments as opportunities and needs arise. Apprenticeships are local positions; Delaware Theatre Company cannot provide housing, travel, or health insurance for these positions.

Apprenticeships are available in the following departments:

• Scenery - The Scenic Apprentice will work alongside the Technical Director and the Assistant Technical Director in the fabrication, installation, and strike of scenic elements for mainstage productions, education events, and special events. The Scenic department also participates in the development and implementation of projects to maintain and advance the safety and productivity of the facility. The Scenic Apprentice will serve as a member of run crew on select productions.

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• Electrics - The Electrics Apprentice will work alongside the Master Electrician and the Assistant Master Electrician in the installation, focus, tech, performance, and strike of all electrical elements for mainstage productions, education events, and special events. The Electric Department also participates in the development and implementation of projects to maintain and advance the safety and productivity of the facility. The Electrics Apprentice will serve as a member of the electrics run crew on select productions.
   

Requirements:
 

• Candidates should be collaborative, driven, and passionate, with good communication skills and a willingness to dive in.
   

• Candidates must have some experience in the field they are applying. As this is designed to be an early-career opportunity, DTC is open to a wide range of previous experience including academic/collegiate training, community theatre, professional work, etc. Apprentices should be able to demonstrate that they have explored their field and are committed to using the season to expand their skills and further their career goals.
   

• This is a full-time position with night and weekend hours. Candidate should be available for the entirety of the season, as listed in the season dates.

2020-2021 Season Information

Applications Due by March 1, 2020

Apprenticeship Dates: August 17, 2020 - May 16, 2021

Salary: $500/week paid as W4 employee

To Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to production@delawaretheatre.org

Delaware Theatre Company prizes diversity in our art and in our hiring; minority candidates are encouraged to apply.