INTERNSHIPS
WORK STUDY
The Visceral Work Study program is designed for a dancer looking to further their training.
YOUTH PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
This position will support the Youth Director in a burgeoning, fast-paced dance school. They will expand their understanding of arts administration and work closely with artistic staff and faculty.
MARKETING INTERNSHIP
This position will support the Artistic Director and marketing team with its primary and administrative duties in a fast-paced non-profit dance company. They will expand their understanding of marketing within an arts organization and work closely with all departments.
ADMINISTRATION INTERNSHIP
This position will support the Artistic and Executive Directors in a fast-paced non-profit dance company. They will expand their understanding of arts administration and work closely in outreach programming development.
WORK STUDY
A work-study will be required to:
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Be present at the front desk to greet and assist customers
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Answer phone inquiries and direct new students toward potential classes
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Check-in students and process payments through MindBody
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Assist in maintaining a clean environment within the dance center
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Assist at one Special Event or Performance
Supervisor: Sarah Morimoto, Studio Manager
Schedule:
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8 hours per week, schedule to be mutually determined
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Minimum of a 3-month commitment
Compensation and Benefits:
Unpaid work-study
Unlimited complimentary dance classes
Discounted Masterclasses
Discounted Visceral merchandise
Requirements:
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Strong written and oral communication skills
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Proficiency in English
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Previous customer service experience
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Experience in handling case
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Friendly demeanor
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Attention to detail
To Apply:
There is an ongoing wait list for the program. To be considered, please send both a dance and customer service-related resume to smorimoto@visceraldance.com
YOUTH PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
Throughout the internship they will:
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Assist in account and class management using Dance Studio-Pro
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Enter and confirm competition registrations
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Communication and follow-up with parents
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Aid in the ordering and organization of Youth Program recital costumes
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Assist at Youth Recitals (June 2023)
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Assist in social media posting and creation of eblasts
Supervisor: Youth Program Director
Schedule:
Preferred availability is 3 days a week, 20-25 hours per week
Dates:
Immediately start, ending mid-June, 2023
Compensation and Benefits:
Unpaid Internship
Unlimited complimentary dance classes
Membership at Chicago Athletic Clubs
Membership at Guild Row Social Club
Requirements:
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Strong written and oral communication skills
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Background in or appreciation of dance
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Strong organizational skills
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Excellent administrations skills and attention to detail
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Experience in Excel, Word and the Google suite
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Experience in Photoshop and iMovie is preferable but not required
To Apply:
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Kaytee Cox at kcox@visceraldance.com. No phone calls, please.
MARKETING INTERNSHIP
Throughout the internship they will:
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Develop marketing calendar to support company activities
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Collaborate with marketing staff to update and maintain website
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Assist in social media and creation of eblasts
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Provide content for various marketing communications
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Creation of regular newsletters to donors and audience members
Supervisor: Nick Pupillo, Artistic Director
Schedule:
Preferred availability is 3-4 days a week, 20-25 hours per week
Dates:
Immediately start, ending May, 2023
Compensation and Benefits:
Unpaid Internship
Unlimited complimentary dance classes
Membership at Chicago Athletic Clubs
Membership at Guild Row Social Club
Requirements:
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Strong written and oral communication skills
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Background in or appreciation of dance
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Strong organizational skills
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Excellent administrations skills and attention to detail
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Experience in Excel, Word and the Google suite
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Experience in Photoshop and iMovie is preferable but not required
To Apply:
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to info@visceraldance.com. No phone calls, please.
ADMINISTRATION INTERNSHIP
Throughout the internship they will:
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Research potential partners for both outreach as well as company performances
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Assist in designing outreach programming
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Organize and catalog archival documents
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Assist in social media posting and creation of eblasts
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Assist at all company performances and events
Supervisor: Dawn Stanislaw
Schedule:
Preferred availability is 3-4 days a week, 20-25 hours per week
Dates:
Immediately start, ending May, 2023
Compensation and Benefits:
Unpaid Internship
Unlimited complimentary dance classes
Membership at Chicago Athletic Clubs
Membership at Guild Row Social Club
Requirements:
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Strong written and oral communication skills
-
Background in or appreciation of dance
-
Strong organizational skills
-
Ability to work with minimal supervision
-
Excellent administrations skills and attention to detail
-
Experience in Excel, Word and the Google suite
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Experience in Photoshop and iMovie is preferable but not required
To Apply:
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Dawn Stanislaw at dstanislaw@visceraldance.com. No phone calls, please.