Redmoon’s spectacles entail a huge amount of labor, from building and creating objects to promoting our unique performances to the far corners of the city. Throughout the year we seek committed and motivated volunteers of all ages for a variety of tasks. Volunteering is a great way to get closer to the incredible process of realizing massive spectacle – come by and find out how we do it!
Please email us at volunteer@redmoon.org to become a Redmoon volunteer today.
Ongoing Opportunities
Arts Administration Internship
Redmoon Theater has openings for arts administration interns who will receive practical, hands-on experience in several of Redmoon’s departments over the course of the internship. These areas include: general theater administration, development/fundraising, marketing/ PR, finance, production management, and special events/Redmoon for Hire.
These are unpaid internships. Interns may start as soon as possible for the current semester, and interns may be considered for several consecutive internships depending upon a performance evaluation and Redmoon’s needs. The internship is designed to take 16-28 hours over the course of a 10-14 week semester, but scheduling is flexible.
INTERN REQUIREMENTS:
-Internship candidates must be flexible and excel in the team-oriented, fast-paced environment of a non-profit organization.
-Individuals interested in communication, business, arts education, arts management, or general liberal arts related fields are encouraged to apply.
- Interns may be current college students within any major course of study or recent college graduates.
TO APPLY:
E-mail cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation (if available) to: admin.intern@redmoon.org
Or send a hard copy to the address below:
Attn: Arts Administration Internship
General Manager
Redmoon Theater
1438 W. Kinzie St
Chicago, IL 60642
Build Shop Internship
Redmoon’s intensive Build Shop Internship program provides training in spectacle art techniques. Emerging artists of all backgrounds experience an in-depth exploration of Redmoon’s art-making practices from design and construction to workshop and performance. Interns support the construction of original art objects and installation materials used in Redmoon events, while developing enduring skills and learning a philosophy of collaborative creativity.
Internship sessions are 10-14 weeks, with a Thursday-Saturday 9:00-5:00 schedule. The internship is an unpaid opportunity.
2010 Session Dates:
Winter Session: January 14th-April 3rd
Spring Session: April 8th- June 5th
Summer Session: June 10th- September 11th
Fall Session: September 16th- December 10th
INTERN REQUIREMENTS:
-Basic art making skills and experience in at least one of the following, construction, painting, sculpture, costume, architecture, film, animation, or other creative disciplines.
-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and collaboratively.
-Ability to be flexible, imaginative, solve problems creatively and have a sense of humor.
-Familiarity with spectacle and a clear understanding of Redmoon’s mission is desirable.
TO APPLY:
We accept submissions year-round. Please indicate what session you are interested in.
Send resume, letter of interest, and portfolio images to-
atillges@redmoon.org
Or send a hard copy to the address below:
Angela Tillges
Neighborhood Arts Program
Redmoon Theater
1438 W Kinzie St.
Chicago, IL 60642
Redmoon Performance Internship
The Redmoon Performance Internship program provides training in miming, object manipulation and physical performance techniques. Interns will work directly with Redmoon’s lead designers and directors learning Redmoon’s performance vocabulary, exercises for the physical performer’s ‘toolbox,’ and developing performance moments for upcoming spectacle events.
Redmoon will be offering 2 Summer Performance Internships that will take place throughout the month of August and culminate in September in the Redmoon Festival and Astronaut’s Birthday.
To Apply:
E-mail a request to audition and resume to casting@redmoon.org
Or send a hard copy to:
Vanessa Stalling
Redmoon Theater
1438 W Kinzie St
Chicago, IL 60642
Redmoon Buzz Team
Redmoon has always relied on guerrilla marketing strategies to get the word out about our work. Distributing fliers, buttons, and various creative materials around the city is a lot more fun in the company of friends and fellow fans – come out for a Redmoon Promotional Day in your favorite neighborhood!
Volunteer Build Day
Monthly Build Days allow Redmoon fans to participate first hand in spectacle building. Paint a bathtub, create a shrine offering, or build an object under the supervision of theater staff. Each day has a special focus related to upcoming performances. This is our most popular volunteer opportunity!
Spectacle Support
There are few times we need community support more than at our major outdoor spectacles. We welcome thousands of visitors each day to our free and lost-cost events. Your participation in crowd assistance and direction, set up and clean up, and other low impact activities has a high impact on the success of what we do.
Ushering
Like to usher? We like you! Hand out programs and assist audiences at Redmoon Central performances and see the show for free.