Synetic Theater | Opportunities

Opportunities

DEVELOPMENT INTERN

Synetic Theater seeks a Development Intern to support the Development department. The Development Intern at Synetic Theater is responsible for executing development activities to cultivate individual, corporate, government and institutional donors, resulting in increased contributed income to Synetic Theater to support its mission and strategic plan.

Reports to: Director of Development

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Execute development activities to cultivate, solicit and steward individual, corporate, government and institutional donors, resulting in increased contributed income to Synetic Theater to support its mission and strategic plan. Responsibilities include researching existing and new donors; scheduling donor meetings; sourcing new grants; tracking, processing and fulfilling donor gifts; and coordinating donor events.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

Excellent writing skills (writing sample required)
Superb attention to detail
Team player, adaptability, and willingness exceed expectations
Knowledge of D.C. philanthropic community, preferred

HOURS AND COMPENSATION:

Minimum 2 days per week in Crystal City, VA
Small stipend to cover transportation cost
Available as soon as possible

To apply, email cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Laura Blackwelder, Director of Development, Synetic Theater, (laura@synetictheater.org) with "Development Intern - Your Name" in Subject line.

BOX OFFICE MANAGER

Synetic Theater is currently seeking a Part-Time Box Office Manager for Crystal City performances to start immediately.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Printing out tickets and handling will-call for main stage productions.
Execute ticket orders and exchanges.
Assisting patrons during show hours.
Help with concessions.
Providing excellent customer service.
Assist with birthday rentals, and audience management.
Handle customer issues, complaints, and inquiries. Field patron questions.

Qualifications and Skills The successful candidate will have customer service experience and proficiency on Microsoft systems. Previous experience in a box office environment is helpful, but not required, training will be provided. This position will require working Thursday and Friday nights and weekends.

Pay: $12-14 an hour

To apply, please send your resume and statement of interest to tricia@synetictheater.org, and indicate "Box Office Manager" in the subject line. No phone calls please.

MARKETING INTERN (Winter)

Synetic Theater, DC’s Premiere Physical Theater, is looking for an intern to assist in marketing for the Winter and/ Spring semesters. As a marketing intern you will be maintaining press and mailing lists, assisting in brochure distribution, managing Synetic website content, press release editing, as well as aiding in some graphic design tasks.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in spreadsheet making, as well as working with all Microsoft Office programs (especially Excel and Word).
Team player, ability to exceed expectations, and a willingness to do so.
An interest in the arts.
Some experience in graphic design and/ website content management.

Hours and Compensation: A minimum of 2 days week at the Synetic office in Crystal City; a small stipend for travelling expenses is provided; start date flexible.

How to Apply: Email cover letter and resume to Tricia Homer, Marketing Director, Synetic Theater, (tricia@synetictheater.org) with “Marketing Intern – Your Name” in the subject line, along with your e-mail address and number that it is most convenient to reach you by.

SEASON AUDITIONS

Synetic Theater's casting representatives attend The League of Washington Theatre's Annual Auditions. Visit the League's website (www.lowt.org) for more information. Company auditions are held in June, while production auditions are held throughout the season by invitation.

If you cannot attend the auditions, you may submit photo/resume to Synetic Theater, Attn: CASTING, 2611 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite #103, Arlington, VA 22202 or to audition@synetictheater.org.