Open Positions in Professional Training Program

Florida Studio Theatre, a LORT D theatre located in Sarasota FL is looking for young theatre artists looking to join our Professional Training Program - an immersive and comprehensive way to bridge the gap between academic theatre and the professional world. This full-time, intensive training program provides learning opportunities and experience to those who are serious about careers as theatre professionals. FST’s Interns, Apprentices, and Fellows work alongside trained theatre professionals in all aspects of theatre operations – from front of house to behind the scenes and from the administrative offices to center stage.

The following openings remain for the 2024-2025 season:

LITERARY Gain hands-on industry experience in Literary Office operations with a focus on contemporary plays and New Play Development. Correspond with agents, playwrights, and community leaders for audience engagement. Multiple writing opportunities with marketing and development departments are available. WRITING SAMPLE REQUIRED.

AUDIENCE SERVICES Gain well-rounded front of house experience through regular shifts in the FST box office, house management, usher management and phone campaigns. Develop advanced Tessitura skills and support donor relations.

MARKETING Gain valuable transferable skills and solid arts administration experience working as a key member of FST’s fast-paced marketing team. Stretch your own creativity by helping to develop promotional content – videos, photography, blog posts, and show graphics. Support the digital team by contributing ideas for social media and developing eblasts. Get a taste of public relations by drafting press releases, archiving coverage, and copyediting. Gain an understanding of direct mail, working in FST’s in-house mailroom.

CARPENTRY Work as a key member of FST's scenic department, learning about the many aspects of scenic construction and implementation. Responsible for all five of FST's spaces, and up to 22 productions a year, the FST Scene Shop will provide opportunities to work alongside professional designers, scenic artists and carpenters.

PRODUCTION Serve on run crew for a minimum of 2 productions. In addition, work in Stage Management for small productions and events; assist on lighting and sound calls; work in the scene shop and costume shops depending on skill level. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to increase their skill level in multiple areas of theatre production.

Compensation Package Includes:
• Free, furnished shared housing, including utilities, cable, and internet.
• $230 weekly stipend.
• 25% discount at FST's Green Room Café & Bar.
• Two comp tickets to each FST production.
• Professional development, networking opportunities, and free admission to FST classes & workshops.

To Be Eligible For Consideration, Applicants Must:
• Be at least 21 years old
• Have appropriate academic and/or professional experience.
• Be able to relocate to Sarasota for the length of the program.

Florida Studio Theatre is working towards becoming a more inclusive and accessible organization. FST is thus committed to developing a work environment that is reflective of the diverse world that it serves. Applicants from all populations and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Consideration for employment will be given to all applicants without regard to race/ethnicity, gender identity/sexual orientation, age or ability.