Engaged, theatre-loving candidates are always welcome at Playbill.
There are currently no open positions, though if you would like us to keep your résumé on file, here are common part-time positions that are open periodically:
A) EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP (THEATRE)
Do you know your Chita from your Rita?
Playbill seeks a savvy, budding journalism student to assist with news coverage. You will work closely with our managing editor to seek out top new stories and write articles for Playbill’s website. From announcing Broadway premieres to posting about the latest reviews, you’ll have the opportunity to publish credits and clips on Playbill, make industry connections and more!
Candidates should:
-Bring a positive attitude and willingness to learn
-Demonstrate strong writing skills
-Be a self-starter with a great work ethic
-Love the theatre
Application Instructions
Email your résumé, cover letter and clips to internship@playbill.com to apply today! Specify that you are interested in the Theatre Editorial Internship.
B) EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP (CLASSICAL MUSIC, OPERA, DANCE)
Netrebko or Yoncheva?
Playbill also covers other performing arts – classical music, opera, and dance – in addition to theatre, and is actively seeking a journalism student to write news articles and features about classic arts events presented at leading venues such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center.
Candidates should:
-Bring a positive attitude and willingness to learn
-Demonstrate strong writing skills
-Be a self-starter with a great work ethic
-Be knowledgeable about classical music, opera, and/or dance
Application Instructions
Email your résumé, cover letter and clips to internship@playbill.com to apply today! Specify that you are interested in the Classic Arts Editorial Internship.
C) DATA ENTRY POSITION (PART-TIME)
Duties:
Primary duties will be posting theatre-related information and transcription.
Requirements:
Speed, accuracy and attention to detail are absolutely necessary.
Employee will work primarily at Playbill's Manhattan office near Times Square.
- Strong interest and knowledge in theatre both contemporary and historic (theatre news fanatics will be given special consideration)
- Excellent written English skills (copy editing experience a plus)
- Thorough experience with Microsoft Office
- Basic familiarity with photo cropping
- Completed at least one year of college
Candidates should have a hard-copy resume and be available for the interview process. At the interview, candidate may be asked to take several tests to evaluate theatre knowledge as well as speed and accuracy.
Please respond to: Human Resources at resume@playbill.com with subject header "Playbill.com Data Entry Position." Accepted résumé formats are Word, RTF, plain text, or pasted into the body of the email. A cover letter and résumé are required.
