Market Theatre: Internships programme 2023/2024 and how to apply and closing date.
Market Theatre: Internship Programme 2023/2024
The Market Theatre Foundation in partnership with Yes4Youth invites currently unemployed young graduates to apply for the 2023 Internship Programme at the Market Theatre offices. The successful applicants will have a 12-month fixed term contract at R5000.00 p.m.
The following Internship Opportunities are open for applications:
Stage Manager Interns
Position requires:
- Degree/Diploma Performing Arts, relevant Theatre Qualifications
- Ability to manage and motivate a team of people in a very stressful environment
- Able to work under pressure
General Admin Assistant Interns
Position requires:
- Diploma in Office Admin or equivalent
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
- Knowledge of computers and relevant software applications
- Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
- People and communication skills
- Ability to operate a switchboard
Sound Technician Interns
Position Requires:
- Degree/Diploma in Sound Technology/Engineering, Performing arts
- This position will suit a sound engineering graduate or a person with previous sound experience.
- Programming cues with a mixing console for shows or events.
- Operating analog or digital mixing consoles for shows and events.
Producing Administrator Interns
Position Requires:
- Degree/Ndip in Office Administration or equivalent or Arts related qualification
- Applicants will assist Producer and Assistant Producer with the administration of quotations and contracts
- computer literate
- basic accounting, communication, and project management skills
- Assist Production department with the drafting and maintenance of schedules
Social Media Interns
Position Requires:
- Basic knowledge of campaign management from conceptualization to execution
- Awareness of the nature and role of theatre and entertainment industries.
- Hands-on experience with social media monitoring
- Ability to interpret social media traffic, impressions, target, and audience
- Knowledge of online marketing
- A relevant degree/diploma in Marketing, Brand Communications, Media studies.
Publicity Interns
Position Requires:
- Degree/Ndip in Public relations, Communications/ Media studies
- An understanding of marketing, social media, graphic design, theatre, and copywriting.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Basic administrative skills, computer literacy
Audience & Marketing Development Assistant Intern
Position Requires:
- A Marketing Degree or equivalent qualification is essential for this internship.
- Minimum 1-year sales experience would be advantageous
- Good communication skills
- Target driven
- Ability to cope with rejection.
- Ability to remain calm in fast-paced environments
- Structured individual, with good time management
Graphic Designer Intern
Position Requires
- Degree in Fine/Visual Arts, Communications, Media, or a related field
- knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, color, and other graphic design fundamentals
- Excellent computer skills, preferably MAC
- Experience with InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, and knowledge of video editing software,
- Strong creative and analytical skills
- Compelling portfolio of graphic design work
Research And Archiving Intern
Position Requires:
- Tertiary qualification in Humanities (qualification in Photography, visual and heritage archives will be advantageous)
- Computer skills (Mac and PC, Excel and Word, E-mail
- Be driven and passionate about photography and the importance of archives for South Africa’s future
- Be able to work under pressure, unsupervised, and show strong initiative
- Background and understanding of Arts, Culture and Heritage-related industries will be advantageous
Projects Assistant Intern
Position Requires:
- Tertiary qualification in Humanities (qualification in Photography, visual and heritage archives will be advantageous)
- Computer skills (Mac and PC, Excel and Word, E-mail
- Be driven and passionate about photography and the importance of archives for South Africa’s future
Maintenance Intern
Position Requires:
- Grade 12 or equivalent technical qualification.
- Experience with hardware tools and electrical equipment
- Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems
- Basic math skills
- Good communication skills
- Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety.
Human Resources Intern
Position Requires:
- Degree/Ndip in Human Resources Management, or any relevant qualification
- Basic knowledge of South African labor laws
- Accountable and able to handle confidential matters
- Organized and attention to detail
Supply Chain Management Intern
Position Requires:
- Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Purchasing or relevant
- Knowledge of customer service principles and practice
- Excellent communication skills
- Must be Computer Literate (MS Office)
Technical Assistant Intern
Position Requires:
- Degree/Diploma in Performing Arts, relevant Theatre Qualifications
- Ability to manage and motivate a team of people in a very stressful environment
- Able to work under pressure
- Programming cues with a mixing console for shows or events.
- Knowledge of sound/ lighting.
Applicant Requirements:
- 21 -35 years
- Certificated copy of ID and Affidavit stating that the applicant is currently unemployed prior to commencing the programme
- Copy of CV with reference’s contact details
- Must have 3 years completed Degree/Diploma in the relevant field.
