Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival · 2 weeks ago
Company Management Intern
Becket, MA 01223
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringJacob's Pillow Dance Festival is a renowned organization dedicated to dance and performance arts. They are seeking Company Management Interns to assist in the day-to-day operations, focusing on artist services, coordination, and hospitality to ensure smooth logistical aspects of festival performances.
EventsNon ProfitPerforming ArtsTraining
Responsibilities
Serve as the secondary point of contact, reporting to an Associate Producer, for each performing company at assigned theater or event, responding promptly to artists' needs as they arise
Support all logistical arrangements for performing companies or individual artists, including housing, travel, and programming coordination
Oversee artist hospitality services, including Green Room setup, artist welcomes, campus tours, craft services coordination, and artist thank you note/gift
Assist in the planning and staffing of key special events, such as the Jacob’s Pillow Gala, Community Day, and Dance Parties
Participate in cross-functional position rotations and role shadowing to gain insight into a variety of festival organizing and producing responsibilities
Support calendar management by maintaining up-to-date schedules of performance company or individual artist logistics, including travel, artist meetings, rehearsal spaces, and performance times
Create name tags for all Jacob’s Pillow staff, performing artists, dancers of The School, Artist Faculty, scholars in residence, and special guests on an ongoing basis
Draft and distribute clear, concise email communications to performing companies or individual artists, outlining detailed logistical information and Festival expectations
Conceptualize, research, and develop a special Programming-related project, contributing to systems improvement, artist experience, IDEA initiatives and/or research and preservation
Provide on-site support by responding to general inquiries, assisting patrons, and transporting patrons via golf carts as needed
Perform data entry, maintain and update spreadsheets, and track progress on assigned tasks to ensure efficiency and accurate documentation
Work collaboratively with the Jacob’s Pillow team to ensure the safety, comfort, and overall experience of both artists and patrons throughout the Festival
Continuous learning opportunity and advanced exposure in the areas of contract writing, performance producing and advancing, transportation and housing booking, international visa processing, and stage production. Additional learning opportunities identified in collaboration with interns and Programming staff
As a member of the intern class, you will be required to participate in general festival-related duties that aim to broaden your scope and understanding of the various arts administration roles that exist within this field as time allows and requirements evolve. These will include but are not limited to giving campus tours, golf carting patrons, handing out tickets at will call and other ways to interact with guests, moving chairs, setting up for events, errands, and transporting artists. Training will be provided prior to participation in these activities, and while these duties will be a part of your overall experience, you will still spend the majority of your time within your primary assigned role
5-8 hours a week will be dedicated to participating in weekly seminars, career building conversations, attending dance classes, lectures, and performances
Qualification
Required
A demonstrated passion for company, stage, or event management, with an interest in supporting live performances and full scale artistic productions
A strong commitment to fostering Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) in all aspects of work and communication
Experience in project management, including organizing and executing logistical tasks with precision and efficiency
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise messages and materials
Robust customer service abilities, with a focus on creating positive, welcoming experiences for artists, staff, and patrons
Capacity to manage projects independently while also thriving in collaborative team environments
Detail-oriented, organized, and confident to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
A valid driver's license, with a willingness to drive for work-related duties as necessary
Preferred
Prior experience working with artists and technical staff in a live performance setting
A proactive, creative, flexible, and solutions-oriented approach to challenges, with a commitment to teamwork and peer support
Cultural competency and multilingual abilities are a plus, as this role involves working closely with a diverse group of artists and staff
A positive, upbeat attitude with the ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Benefits
Housing
Three meals a day
Free access to classes
Performances
Talks
Studio usage
Travel stipend provided ranging from $0-$500.
Company
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
At Jacob’s Pillow, our mission is to support dance creation, presentation, education, and preservation; and to engage and deepen public appreciation and support for dance.
Founded in 1931
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lila Kanner
Chief Philanthropy Officer
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