- Earn Course Credit for Internship Hours or Earn Volunteer Hours
- Develop applicable skills in the arts, marketing, non-profit operations
- Get Free Tickets to The Z's performances
- Contribute to your creative community!
FRONT OF HOUSE INTERNSHIPS
Ushers
Ticket Scanners
Ushers
Asst. to House Manager
Extra Events
Front of House Intern Positions
- Lobby Greeter
- Greet patrons as they enter the building
- Give information about the theater to patrons
- Hand out Will Call tickets
- Watch doors and direct patrons
- Hand out brochures at end of show and farewell patrons
- Must be comfortable with talking to people
- Ticket Scanners
- Watch over house door before seating
- Scan tickets using our cell phone and ticket app
- Welcome patrons into the theater and direct them
- Remind patrons about warnings, reminders, etc. about the show
- Direct patrons to the Accessible elevator
- Ushers
- Greet patrons into the theater
- Assist patrons to their reserved seats
- Seat late seaters once show started
- Watch over patrons during show
- Assistant to House Manager
- Help before shows to set up
- Set up lobby for large events
- Organize front of house equipment area
- Help deep clean areas around the building
- Help during rental events to set up or break down
- Extra Events
- Help volunteer for extra front-of-house positions for festivals and event
MARKETING: VIDEO INTERN
- The Z is is seeking a creative and motivated Video Marketing Intern to join our digital marketing team. This internship offers hands-on experience in producing engaging video content that supports our mission. You will assist in the strategy, creation, editing, and distribution of video materials that enhance our online presence and user engagement. The Video Marketing Intern will report to the Director of Marketing.
- Email [email protected] with your resume and cover letter of interest
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the marketing and medical content teams to develop video content for productions and promotions
- Receive B-roll from Production Team and edit into marketing clips and videos for distribution
- Capture roving B-roll pre and post-performance to include testimonials, audience reactions, and other feedback
- Assist in editing and producing short-form and long-form videos for various platforms (website, social media).
- Support the management of video assets and maintain organized digital libraries.
- Stay updated on video marketing trends and tools to recommend innovative approaches.
- Assist with other marketing and social media projects as needed.
PRODUCTION: VIDEO INTERN
- Video techs will assist The Z’s Production Department with setup, operation, and strike of video equipment during performances, events, and festivals throughout The Z’s season. Additional video editing and content creation opportunities may be available. Internships can be tailored to the intern's skill level and interests, with opportunities for creative input and ideas.
- Email [email protected] with your resume and cover letter of interest
- Video camera setup, operation, and breakdown of Z-owned video equipment, with editing and content creating possibilities.
- Setup, operate, and strike cameras for Children’s Theatre of Hampton Roads performances. Includes operation of medium to long shot camera during 50-60 minute production.
- Editing two camera production footage down to one track
- Video file management
- Setup of single camera setups for archival video footage recording of productions
- Recording roving B-Roll during performances, events, and festivals which may include: marketing-ready audience reactions, performance snippets (theater, music, dance), etc.
- Comfort with video camera and tripod setup and operation
- Comfortable with framing of shots of performances ranging from stationary musicians to actors running around a stage.
- Basic understanding of frame rate, color temperature, shutter speed, ISO, video formats, and resolution.
Marketing/ Social Media Content Creator for Virginia Beach Vocal Jazz Summit
Zeiders American Dream Theater’s Vocal Jazz Summit Team is seeking a college student interested and skilled in marketing and social media content creation & posting.
unpaid internship, course credit available when applicable
Zeiders American Dream Theater’s Vocal Jazz Summit Team is seeking a college student interested and skilled in marketing and social media content creation & posting.
Must be well-skilled in video editing, digital content creation, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Seeking a self-disciplined, excellent communicator who values flexibility in their schedule and ability to work remotely.
Hours are flexible. There is no required minimum hours. Internship requires the ability to complete tasks according to assigned deadlines. Good communication is key. Interest in jazz or music would be nice but is not required. If your school offers class credit, we are happy to work with you and fill out forms towards your class credit.
Compensation will be in the form of tickets to Zeiders American Dream Theater performances and events, to include 2 all access passes to The Z’s premier Vocal Jazz Summit June 3-7, 2026, featuring Grammy Winning artists, worth up to $600.
Compensation will also come in the form of mentoring, career coaching, and recommendation letters. Previous Z interns have gone on to work at VA Stage Company, Virginia Symphony, and Cape Henry Collegiate. Send resume and cover letter to The Z’s Community Engagement Consultant: [email protected]
Email Heather Shannon at [email protected] with questions!
