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Employment at ADF | American Dance Festival

 

Positions have been filled for the 2008 season. Check back in the winter for the 2009 listings!

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Box Office (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works with the ADF Box Office Manager, Box Office Assistant and Duke University Box Office Staff to process single ticket orders through Patron's Edge, the computerized box office system. Previous sales experience helpful. Must be detail- and customer-service oriented. Evening and weekend work required. $1,100 stipend*

Development & Special Events (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works closely with both the Development Associate and Special Projects Associate on the planning and execution of various special events, including Dancing for the Camera: International Festival of Film and Video Dance and the Scripps/ADF Award ceremony and reception. Assists the Marketing and Community Relations Associate with projects including Modern Scene, Community Day, the Anniversary Gala and alumni weekend. Also responsible for VIP guests and providing general administrative support. Must be flexible, detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills. Evening and weekend work required. Must be 21 or over. $950 stipend

Executive (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works with the Executive Assistant in the office of the ADF Directors. Responsibilities includes general administrative support for busy office; coordinating the visits of VIP festival guests; supervising the needs of the participants of the International Choreographer’s Residency Program; assisting with special events planning and more. Must be flexible, detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

Finance (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works with the Finance Assistant and the Director of Finance and Administration. Assists with cash receipts, accounts payable, the box office and other miscellaneous duties. Computer experience and a background of at least one accounting course required. Background or interest in the arts preferred. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend

Food & Housing (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works closely with the Food and Housing Coordinator and in conjunction with the school and finance offices. The Food and Housing office is responsible for planning and implementing housing, receptions and parties and arranging food and housing requests with Duke University for the ADF students and professionals throughout the festival. Must be detail- and customer-service oriented. Evening and weekend work required. $1,100 stipend.

Graphic Design (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Assists the Graphic & Web Designer on season projects, including the creation of ads, programs and e-blasts. Works closely with the printers and is responsible for designing and maintaining theater and community displays. This fast-paced and deadline oriented position allows for the opportunity to build an excellent portfolio. Works closely with the Press and Marketing staff and interns, and assists with VIP transportation. Knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop required. Some evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

Merchandising (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Will set up and manage the ADF Store and theater concessions. Responsibilities include inventory control, daily/weekly cash reports and supervision of the scholarship students and volunteers who work in the store and at the theater. Must be a detail-oriented self-starter, with mathematical proficiency and a creative eye for visual display. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel required. Evening and weekend work required. $1,100 stipend*

Performances (2) The 2008 positions have been filled.
Participate in and are responsible for activities directly related to the administrative coordination of the professional performances and community outreach programs. Assist in communicating with the companies, production crew and community organizations. At times responsible for transporting company members. Must have good organizational skills, an ability to manage multiple tasks and an aptitude for detailed work. Evening and weekend work required. Must be 21 or over. $950 stipend*

Press & Marketing (2) The 2008 positions have been filled.
Assists in all aspects of the Press and Marketing Office, including press releases, public service announcements, and organizing photo calls; assembles mass mailings and press kits; assists with press representation at evening performances. Responsible for collecting and archiving press clippings and maintaining press board. Also assists with the Institute for Dance Criticism conference and VIP transportation. Must have excellent writing and editing skills, be creative, flexible, have a good eye for detail and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Microsoft Word required. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

Production (varies) The 2008 position has been filled.
Work on the crew for the 40-plus performances of the ADF season. Responsibilities will vary from show to show, including stage management, wardrobe, sound, electrics and carpentry. Experience in dance production is preferred. $1,100 stipend

School (2) The 2008 position has been filled.
Assists the Dean and Director of School Administration & Student Affairs with all aspects of the ADF Schools and Workshops. This includes working with an international student body and faculty totaling more than 500 people. Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between the Six Week School, special workshops and the Four Week School for Young Dancers; scheduling and coordinating scholarship students' work responsibilities; assisting school VIPs and many other tasks involved in the administrative and day-to-day aspects of the ADF. Computer skills required. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

School Operations (2) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works closely with the School Technical Coordinator and the School Operations Coordinator. With the School Office, School Operations coordinates the studio, equipment, transportation and technical needs for the ADF community of more than 500 students, faculty and professionals. Evening and weekend work required. $1,100 stipend

School Video Production (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Responsible for the video documentation of ADF school activities and events such as student concerts, class showings, discussions with artists and master classes. Responsible for duplication, labeling and logging of videos. Experience with digital video recording required. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

Video Production/Archives (2) The 2008 positions have been filled.
Works with the ADF videographer to record events and performances. Responsible for duplication, labeling and logging of videos. Experience with camera, sound and duplicating equipment helpful but not required. An interest in the recording and preservation of dance preferred. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

WFSS (1) The 2008 position has been filled.
Works closely with the WFSS Coordinator and the School Office to ensure the WFSS classes are posted and updated in a timely basis. Assists in arranging the logistical details of the WFSS faculty, including travel, room and board, welcome packets and rental cars. Assists in distributing and collecting tickets for classes and organizing the student concert. Computer skills, attention to detail and a strong organizational nature required. Evening and weekend work required. $950 stipend*

* These positions require that applicants have their own transportation

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