Posted On: March 1, 2017

Journalism Internship

Media Organization: Theatre Communications Group

Company Description

As the national service organization for the not-for-profit professional theatre, TCG offers services in line with our mission: to strengthen, nurture, and promote the professional not-for-profit American theatre. TCG serves theatre artists and organizations by recognizing and encouraging activism, artistry, advocacy, and global citizenship. We provide professional development for theatre leaders, research and data analysis for the field, advocacy on the federal level, as well as the publication of American Theatre magazine, ARTSEARCH, and works from our award-winning book program.

Job Description

As the national service organization for the not-for-profit professional theatre, TCG offers services in line with our mission: to strengthen, nurture, and promote the professional not-for-profit American theatre. TCG serves theatre artists and organizations by recognizing and encouraging activism, artistry, advocacy, and global citizenship. We provide professional development for theatre leaders, research and data analysis for the field, advocacy on the federal level, as well as the publication of American Theatre magazine, ARTSEARCH, and works from our award-winning book program.

Duration: 3 months (May-August)
Hours/week: 20-40

[American Theatre Magazine Intern]
Intern will work closely with the staff of the magazine, assisting with a variety of editorial and administrative tasks such as fact checking, proofreading, photo research, and story planning, with the possibility of some writing assignments. Candidates must have strong journalism skills. Intern may also work with the book program, assisting in editorial duties. In addition to your résumé and cover letter, please submit two journalistic writing samples.

To Apply

To apply please email a résumé, two writing samples, and cover letter indicating your primary area(s) of interest to:
Laurie Baskin
TCG Internship Program
Email: lbaskin@tcg.org
520 Eighth Avenue, 24th floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone: (212) 609-5900
Fax: (212) 609-5901
For your writing sample please submit a professional, non-fiction piece, ideally with content relating to the department or area of interest.