Auditions/Employment
The Washington Ballet is a diverse family of individuals committed to creating the most dynamic dance organization in the nation. We welcome artists, administrators, interns and volunteers to aid in this effort. All available positions are listed below.
Auditions
The Washington Ballet auditions are intended for classically trained dancers with performance experience with a professional company or school. All dancers must bring a completed registration form, résumé, dance photo and a $20 registration fee to the audition. Audition dates for the 2012.2013 season are listed below.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Washington, DC
The Washington Ballet
3515 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
England Studio
Registration: 12:00PM-1:00PM
Audition: 1:00PM-3:00PM
Employment
The Washington Ballet values diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Current Openings:
Public Relations and Publications Manager
The Public Relations and Publications Manager assists the Marketing and Communications department in realizing its annual goals by increasing the media and public’s awareness of the company and its missions by developing and executing comprehensive public relations and social media plans and by producing and managing The Washington Ballet's publications.
Public Relations: Develops and executes comprehensive public relations and social media plans for The Washington Ballet, The Washington School of Ballet and The Washington Ballet's Community Engagement
Tasks include, but are not limited to:
writing and editing media alerts and releases, pitching, maintain media database; Primary liaison for all media coverage, including photographers, videographers, print, online, radio and television media; Tracks coverage and produces monthly media evaluation reports to gauge public relations and press coverage effectiveness; Coordinates and produces targeted public relations promotional events with support from the Marketing and Special Events team; Maintains positive relationships with media to encourage coverage; Point of contact for The Washington Ballet photographer and videographer.; Develops and executes photo and video contracts.; Produces rehearsal features, highlight reels and inside video blogs; Manages the collection, identification, storage and dissemination of all photographic and video content.
Publications: Produces editorial copy and assists in the production of The Washington Ballet, The Washington School of Ballet and Community Engagement publications (brochures, fliers, postcards, etc.); Collects and compiles materials for performance programs for The Washington Ballet, The Washington School of Ballet and Studio Company performances; Liaison with outside venues’ program companies and produces The Washington Ballet programs; Designs and writes copy for select promotional materials (program inserts, fliers, postcards, etc.); Develops and executes comprehensive email publications campaigns; Produces and re-purposes content to be used by various The Washington Ballet electronic media outlets; Maintains and updates email database; Develops and coordinates promotional partner offers; Manages online social media presence and campaigns (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube); Manages institutional web content; Works closely with website coordinator in updating and maintaining The Washington Ballet's website.
Miscellaneous: Acting as a member of The Washington Ballet Marketing and Communications team, duties include: Providing support to other staff; Attending and working events (performances, open rehearsals, etc); Assisting with the production and editing of all departmental materials; Manage expenses, code invoices and be consistently mindful of budget status of expenses as well as actual vs. goal status; Participate in the hiring of interns on on-going basis; Other duties as assigned.
To apply: The successful candidate will have 3+ years’ experience in public relations, publicity and/or communications in the Washington, DC area. Excellent verbal and writing skills are a must. Expertise in executing social media campaigns, website content management and Adobe software products highly beneficial. Knowledge of the performing arts, especially ballet, is helpful. Please send a copy of your resume and a cover letter to The Washington Ballet's Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at jlabrecque@washingtonballet.org
Arts Education and Community Engagement Intern
The Washington Ballet is offering a Spring 2011 internship that supports the Ballet's education efforts in the following areas: curriculum development, research, database management, school management, teaching assistance, and special projects.
Preferred Skills: Highly competitive applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong interest in education and the performing arts, community development and must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Previous experience in one or more of the aforementioned areas is a plus. The Washington Ballet is willing to work with the intern schedule to accommodate interests and availability.
Compensation: Great experience working for the nation’s tenth largest ballet company. Hands on experience working with children, parents, community members and building partners. Possible graduate credit if University allows. Free adult dance classes. Travel stipend available upon request.
To apply please send a resume and cover letter to Katrina Toews, Director of The Washington Ballet @ THEARC at ktoews@washingtonballet.org.
Development Intern
The Washington Ballet is offering Spring 2012 internships that support the Ballet's Development office in the following areas: direct mail operations, patron cultivation, fundraising assistance, database management, special events coordination and general office support.
Preferred Skills: Highly competitive applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and an interest in the performing arts management. Applicants must have experience with Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Outlook, Excel and Publisher preferred. Individuals should feel comfortable taking initiative.
Compensation: Professional experience working for the nation’s tenth largest ballet company and the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. Possible graduate credit if University allows. Free Adult Dance classes.
Please inquire about availability by contacting Zack Lynch at zlynch@washingtonballet.org or 202.362.3606 x113.