Candidates will have excellent organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills. Candidates will have working knowledge in at least two productions areas (sets, sound, lighting, costumes, props, directing, stage management, etc.); works equally well independently and with a creative team. Tasks and assignments will be based on the candidate’s prior experience and field of interest. Candidates should have basic knowledge of G-Suite, Qlab, and Microsoft Office.
Apprentices will work in all aspects of theater. Each individual experience can be tailored to these areas of interest:
Production/Stage Management is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in stage management, production management or directing. Candidate will have excellent organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills.
Technical/Design is ideal for those interested in or pursuing a career in production management, technical direction, or design. Candidate will have working knowledge in at least two productions areas (sets, sound, lighting, costumes, or props); works equally well independently and with a creative team.
Artistic/Education is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in directing, acting and/or arts education. Candidate will have working knowledge in directing, with excellent team-building/collaborative skills and multi-tasking abilities. Teaching experience with pre-teens, teens, and young adults a plus.
Production is ideal for those looking to pursue a career in theatre. Apprentices will work in all aspects of theater including but not limited to sound design, lighting design, set design and construction, costumes and props.
Communications/Administrative is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in arts administration, marketing, development, audience services or general management. Candidate will have working knowledge Microsoft word and excel, excellent verbal and written communication skills and multi-tasking abilities. Tasks and assignments will be based on the candidate’s prior experience and field of interest. Experience with adobe creative suite a plus.
Contract Details
- Season rehearses and performs in Port Townsend, Washington.
- Contracts available.
- Contract end dates are negotiable depending upon production schedule.
- Housing and stipend available.
- College degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Preference given to full season commitment.
- Start dates are February/March or May/June or September/October.
To Apply for Apprenticeship:
- Send a cover letter with a personal statement about your goals in theater and areas of interest, why in particular you are seeking to work with Key City Public Theatre, and whether you wish to be considered for a full season apprenticeship or a summer/partial year apprenticeship.
- Send a resume of theater and related experience.
- Send two letters of recommendation from people who are familiar with your work.
Send all materials in one email to Christa Holbrook, Production Manager:
christa@keycitypublictheatre.org
Questions about our program?
Contact Christa Holbrook at christa@keycitypublictheatre.org or (360) 379-0195