Job Opportunities
Part Time Positions
ETC believes in compensating artists for their time, engaging communities in meaningful discussion, and helping people of all walks of life unlock their own potential through theatre arts. In schools, community centers, churches and corporate events, ETC brings art to the community.
After School - Teaching artists lead short 1-1.25 hour long classes with kids K-5th grade in various theatre topics. Classes typically start 2:30pm or later.
Main Stage Residencies (original musicals for kids) - Currently running at three sites in Arlington, the two month ETC musical residency helps students and artists explore their creative sides to build a fully realized one-hour musical.
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Directors
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Production Managers/Stage Managers
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Choreographers
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Musical Directors and/or composers
Shakespeare in the Schools (SIS) - Auditions for this program happen once a year. Check back for more info in fall 2023.
Devising Hope
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Teaching artists who can devise, or lead conversations with a specific population and assist the participants in creating scenes, monologues, etc. Into a devised theatre piece about a specific community topic. Examples of topics include racial equity, loneliness, or misunderstandings.
Creative Age - Daytime programming at senior sites and community centers helps engage seniors in the DC metro area through theatre arts. Use your knowledge of theatre history, dramaturgy, plays and musicals to engage seniors!
Spring Break & Summer Camps - A perfect job for theatre professionals and college students. Topics include preschool, Creative Drama, playwriting, film, and acting technique for ages 3 - 18. Openings run from one week to a whole summer of opportunities.
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Spring Break - Counselors and Assistant Directors
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Summer Camps - Camp Directors and Assistant Directors
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Summer Camp - Teens and College students for internships and counselors
Please email a cover letter and resume to Managing Director, Ashley Hammond, at jobs@educationaltheatrecompany.org.
College Students
Main Stage Residencies (original musicals for kids) - Currently running at three sites in Arlington, the two month ETC musical residency helps students and artists explore their creative sides to build a fully realized one-hour musical.
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Production Managers/Stage Managers
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Choreographers
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Musical Directors and/or composers
Spring Break & Summer Camps - Topics include preschool, Creative Drama, playwriting, film, and acting technique for ages 3 - 18. Openings run from one week to a whole summer of opportunities.
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Spring Break - Counselors and Assistant Directors
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Summer Camps - Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, Internships and Counselors
Administrative Positions - Include a range of responsibilities necessary to the ongoing logistics of running ETC, including marketing, contracting and onboarding new employees, financial bookkeeping, program implementation, communication with ETC parents and families, etc.
Please email a cover letter and resume to Managing Director, Ashley Hammond, at jobs@educationaltheatrecompany.org.
Career Building for High School Students
Summer Internships
Summer Camp
Love ETC? Want to gain experience, learn more about arts education, and have fun doing what you love? ETC has internship opportunities for middle & high school students. Make a difference in your community while building your arts education resume.
School Year Opportunities
Main Stage Residencies
Are you a director, choreographer, production manager, or composer? Help elementary students bring their ideas to life while devising their own musical! Currently running at three sites in Arlington, the two month ETC musical residency helps students and artists explore their creative sides to build a fully realized one-hour musical.
Administrative Assistants
Help our full time office staff stay on track! Learn the ins and outs of running a theatre company – from marketing to operations, social media to development, you’ll get the chance to see how everything runs behind the scenes!