Summer Paid Intern - Creative Development

This is a Full Time Paid Internship


About the Role & Program

Disney Theatrical Group (DTG) is among the world's most successful commercial theatre enterprises, producing and licensing live entertainment productions and events around the globe. Its nine Broadway titles, including the current Broadway productions of The Lion King and Aladdin have been seen by over 160 million theatergoers worldwide! We also deliver live shows through its license to Field Entertainment, producer of Disney on Ice and Marvel Universe Live! Additionally, we license full-length, junior, and kids adapted titles for regional, school and community theatre productions.

DTG is committed to providing the highest quality career training and development for the widest, most diverse group throughout their career trajectory.  We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds are currently underrepresented in the field of theater administration, inclusive of race, ethnicity, class, gender identity or expression, disability, and sexual orientation. 

The Creative Development department is currently seeking a hard-working self-starter summer intern. The intern will gain a comprehensive understanding of how Disney Theatrical Group develops a new show–from the kernel of the idea, assembling a creative team, crafting the script and score, guiding the show through its pilot production and ultimately supporting its worldwide rollout and commercial licensing. Interns gain first-hand knowledge of how our productions fit into the theatrical landscape as a whole, as well as exposure to both the creative and business aspects of producing. If selected for this role, you will report to the Sr. Manager, Creative Development.

What You Will Do
• Support the department's active slate of shows in different stages of development. This includes administrative tasks, research, and dramaturgical projects.
• Contribute to the writing and editing process for published materials such as JR & KIDS Showkits. Giving to research and dramaturgical projects.
• Track new works that play in New York, across the country, and internationally.
• write coverage of local new musicals and plays.

Required Qualifications and Skills
• Passion for new theatrical works, especially musicals
• Outstanding writing and proofreading skills
• A friendly, collaborative spirit with passion for excellence
• An understanding of the names and credits of established theater makers
• A willingness to cover readings and shows outside of office hours (up to twice per week)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read music

Education

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in theater, or related field, with an interest towards a career in producing, directing, creative development, or arts administration.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• Position is located in New York City, NY

Additional Information

• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 through August 2024
• Must be able to work 40 hrs per week, Monday through Friday, 9am - 6pm EST onsite
• Must have housing and reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this internship in New York is $21.70 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.