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MIAMI LIGHT PROJECT
Technical Fellowship Program for Theater Technicians (Award)
Last Update 5/12/2016 7:09:00 PM

Address PO BOX 1048
Miami,FL 33137
USA
Phone Number (305)576-4350
Fax Number (305)576-6480
TTY Number (000)000-0000
Email [email protected]
Website http://www.miamilightproject.com/
Executive Director Ms. Elizabeth Boone
Founding Year 1989
Incorporating Year 1989
Mission Statement Founded in 1989, Miami Light Project is a not-for-profit cultural organization which presents live performances by innovative dance, music and theater artists from around the world; supports the development of new work by South Florida-based artists; and offers educational programs for students of every age.

Since our inception, we have reached a diverse cross-section of communities throughout Miami-Dade County with an extensive outreach effort that includes partnerships with other arts organizations, universities and social service agencies. Miami Light Project is a cultural forum to explore some of the issues that define contemporary society.

Program Name Technical Fellowship Program for Theater Technicians
Program Contact Kristina Villaverde, Technical Director & Facilities Manager
Program Phone (305) 576-4350
Program Email [email protected]
Year Program Founded 2012
Description of Program Miami Light Project’s Technical Fellowship Program is an intensive training program for theater technicians living in Miami. The program consists of a 6 week Technical Boot camp focusing on Lighting Design, Sound Design, Scenic Design, Projection Installation, Video Mapping, Wardrobe Care and Stage Management. Following the Boot camp, select students will be employed by Miami Light Project as Technical Fellows to work as crew for Miami Light Project's Contemporary Performance Series, putting their newly acquired skills to practical use.
Conditions/Public Service Requirements Applicants must attend all bootcamp workshops and must complete 40 hours of unpaid production work.
Award Website http://www.miamilightproject.com/technical-fellowship-program/

Where does the program take place?
Does this program primarily support the creation of new work? No
Support or Services Provided as part of the Program
  • Facilities/Equipment Access
  • Technical Support/Professional Development
Description of Support or Services In addition to a free workshop and training bootcamp, the fellows receive time in The Light Box to work with various technologies, full production support & professional development assistance. After training, fellows will work for Miami Light Project productions and events. Fellows begin with a base rate of $10 per hour after completing training. Eligible fellows will receive a pay increase upon graduation.
Amount Awarded by this Program (if an award)

Related Arts
CategoryDisciplineSecondaryTertiary
Arts-Related ProfessionsTech/Production staff
Residency
StateCityCountyNeigborhood
Gender No Requirement
Age 18 and older
Can Previous Awardees Re-apply?
Ethnicity
  • No Requirement
Career Point
  • No Requirement
Special Population
  • No Requirement
Other Restrictions Applicants must have a high school degree.

Total Number of Applicants (annually) 0
Total Number of Recipients (annually) 0
Total Number of Awards (annually) 0
Total Amount Awarded by this Program (annually) $0

Procedure Open Application
Contact Requirements
Material/Process Please include a resume, 2 letters of recommendation, and samples of work (if any).
Application Fee $0

Exact Deadline 8/1/2016
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Approximate Deadline
Rolling Deadline No
Ideal Contact Month for New Application and Guidelines

Selection Process/Criteria Applicants should be lovers of the arts world with an interest in technical design and production. Some experience is preferred, though not necessary.
Notification Process

Are awardees required to submit a Final Report? False
Awardee's Public Service Requirement? Applicants must attend all bootcamp workshops and must complete 40 hours of unpaid production work.