Fellowships

Woolly Mammoth is committed to rooting out oppressive practices in the American theatre that have resulted in inequities and harm towards many would-be theatre makers. One such field-wide practice that rewards privilege and discourages inclusivity is the hiring of unpaid interns and apprentices — thus creating one of many barriers to entering the theatre industry. 
 
The Miranda Family Fellows Program will disrupt this system by compensating fellows with full-time pay of $23.90/hour and health care benefits.  All compensation is subject to all statutory deductions and WMTC’s customary payroll practices. Through this exciting model, Woolly Mammoth and the Miranda Family Fund are shining a light on the need for greater equity, diversity, inclusion, and access behind the scenes in the American theatre, and creating a new point of entry into the field for the next generation of arts leaders. 
 
Alongside position-specific duties, fellowship programming includes intra-departmental mentorship, professional development opportunities, site visits and performances at local performing arts organizations, and monthly conversations with industry leaders. To deepen their analysis of equity, diversity, inclusion, and access, and the role arts organizations can play in furthering movements for social justice, fellows will receive anti-racism and anti-oppression training and access to affinity spaces. There will be opportunities for peer networking, particularly as a part of the larger network of Miranda Family Fellows. 

The first year of the fellowship will focus on providing fellows space to learn the intricacies of their role so that by year two they can take on more responsibilities and deepen their learning. This second year allows for more bespoke tracks for each fellow. For instance, a Marketing fellow with a special interest in casting could assist a producer on certain projects in year two or a Connectivity fellow with an interest in grant writing could collaborate with the development department for a Connectivity-focused grant. In addition to more bespoke tracks, the two-year span allows for more robust pedagogical and professional development programming within the fellowship program, helping fellows grow their skills and networks to prepare for the job market. 

Applicants: 

• Can commit to the entire 24-month fellowship timeline 
• Can commit to at least 40 hours a week (including possible evenings and weekend meetings) for scheduled in-person and/or virtual events 
• Must have some theatre experience (at the university, community, and/or professional level 
• Cannot be concurrently enrolled in a university B.A, B.F.A., M.F.A., or M.A. program during the fellowship period beginning on Aug 1, 2024. 
• Must be at least 21 years old 
• Are NOT required to have a university degree. 

To apply please submit: 

• Resume 
• One Letter of Recommendation 
• Recommenders should be sure to state how long they have known the applicant and in what capacity (for example, spiritual leader, colleague, coach, mentor, community leader, professor, former/current supervisor) . We would particularly appreciate comments on the applicant’s abilities in the following areas: work ethic, curiosity and ability to take initiative, interpersonal skills, and dependability. Recommenders should email letters directly to mffellowship@woollymammoth.net with Recommendation for APPLICANT’S NAME in the subject line. 
• Please upload a public facing writing or work sample, in PDF form, of no more than 750 words. Examples might include program notes, blog posts, press releases, academic essays. Please do not submit creative writing samples.
• Please respond to the following questions (1250 words total).  
  • What interests you about working at Woolly Mammoth? What about our mission and values excite you?
  • How do your background and life experience inform your aspirations as an arts administrator? How does this relate to the fellowship area (Connectivity, New Work & Artistic Producing, Marketing, or Production) that you are applying for?
  • How do you approach and value collaboration? Can you give an example of a time you successfully collaborated on a project?

Please note, if you are applying for more than one fellowship position, please answer this question for each position you are applying for with specifics about why you are well suited to that position (you may add an additional 500 words to your total word count). 

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION VIA EMAIL TO MFFELLOWSHIP@WOOLLYMAMMOTH.NET.

Will this fellowship be offered again in future years? 
Yes! This fellowship will be offered again in future years. We anticipate that the fifth cohort of fellows will join Woolly Mammoth during the summer of 2026. 
 
What will the hiring process look like? 
We will be accepting applications until 11:59pm on Sunday, May 12th. Once the deadline is reached we then begin the application review process. There will be two rounds of interviews, first with the supervisor you’d be reporting to, then with representatives of the Miranda Family Fund and WMTC’s executive leadership. A third round interview is possible. If you interview for the New Work & Artistic Producing Fellowship, you will be asked to read a specific play prior to the first round interview.

Is it okay if I turn 21 over the course of the fellowship? 
You can apply if you are under 21 at the time of application, but will turn 21 by August 1, 2024. 
 
Can I apply for more than one position? 
Yes! You can apply to up to two positions. In your cover letter, please indicate your ranking of interest of the two positions to be considered. However, we only recommend this for situations in which both applications are equally as strong for you. 
 
What are the salary and hours? 
Fellowships are full time, with an hourly rate of $23.90, as well as health care benefits. Pay is subject to taxes and paid on a bi-weekly basis. Health insurance is offered if you choose to opt in. 
 
Fellows are expected to work 40 hours/week. 
 
Do I need to move to DC right away if I am offered this fellowship? 
We will ideally be making offers far enough in advance of the start date that you would be able to relocate in advance. We are willing to work with your schedule but would require you to be available for in-person work within the first two weeks of employment. 
 
I am graduating from a University program in Summer 2024. Would this make me ineligible, or can I still apply? 
You would need to be finished with your degree program by August 1, 2024 in order to be considered for this round of the Miranda Family Fellowship Program. 
 
If I am applying to more than one position, do I need different letters of recommendation for each? 
No, it is not necessary to get separate letters of recommendation for each position. However, we do ask that you keep in mind your recommenders ability to speak to the skills and demands applicable for each position. Should you choose to pursue separate letters of recommendation for each position, we will accept them. 
 
Is there an opportunity for feedback if I do not make it to the first round interview? 
Unfortunately, due to the expected influx of applications, providing feedback for every application may not be possible. However, if you make it to the first round of interviews, we will make every effort to provide you with feedback. 
 
Can Non-US residents apply for a Miranda Family Fellowship? 
Non-US residents are welcome to apply, but please note that Woolly Mammoth is unable to issue work visas at this time. 

The Miranda Family Foundation Connectivity Fellow will join Woolly Mammoth’s nationally acclaimed Connectivity department in linking Woolly’s artistic mission with its social and political mission through artistic programs, community engagement, and audience enrichment activities. They will provide the Connectivity Director with a wide range of administrative, logistical, and programmatic support, particularly with respect to line producing Connectivity Core Partner Program events. The Miranda Family Connectivity Fellow will also support the day-to-day administrative functioning of the department, to include extensive scheduling and calendaring support. They will also be asked to take on additional tasks and duties related to the Ambassador program, Lobby Exhibits, and Talkbacks as assigned. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Position Specific Responsibilities: 

• Line Produce Connectivity Core Partner Events, to include:
  • Coordinating logistics with event partners  
  • Coordinating and providing internal staffing support 
  • Coordinating with Marketing to promote the event to target audiences 
  • Writing event descriptions/copy for the website, and other promotional materials 
  • Creating digital flyers as needed 
  • Creation of LOAs and submitting them for payment  
• Scheduling internal and external meetings, and maintaining Departmental calendar 
• Project-specific budget creation and tracking 
• Participate in show-specific brainstorms about artistic programming.
• Support audience engagement activities by assisting with the design and implementation of our interactive lobby experiences and gallery spaces 
• Draft and send Mammoth Memo newsletters, and standalone Connectivity emails in conjunction with the Marketing team. 
• Contribute to the writing of any educational study guides 
• Conduct research on community organizations and local artists, to include attending community events/meetings, and exhibitions or performances  
• Participate in season planning meetings. 
• Serve as a member of the Talkback Team, leading post-show artist talks as necessary. 
• Maintain Connectivity Records in Tessitura 
  • Adding in Core Partner affiliations 
  • Tracking data for connectivity 
  • Pulling lists for email blasts 
• Record survey results and perform data analysis 
• Maintain event records by updating Year-at-a-Glance document and archiving photos 
• Track performance actuals for grants 
• All other duties as assigned. 

Company-Wide Responsibilities: 

• Commit to Woolly’s policy of anti-racism and radical inclusivity. This includes participating in anti-bias/anti-harassment training, familiarizing yourself with the policies in the employee handbook, using Woolly’s Liberation Library as an educational resource, engaging in EDI work at Woolly, and furthering your own independent journey with anti-racism. 
• Cross-departmental collaboration, including participating in at least one Woolly working group, committee, and/or taskforce. 
• Advocate for policies both internally and externally that further advance Woolly’s stated values on an organizational, local, and national scale. 
• Contribute in meaningful ways to the culture. See “Our Culture at Woolly” section below for more information. 
• Act as an ambassador for Woolly Mammoth in the local community and beyond. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience 
  • Theatre experience (can be at the university, community and/or professional level) 
  • Be at least 21 years old by August 1, 2024 

• Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
  • Can commit to the duration of our fellowship timeline, from August 2024 – August 2026; 
  • Fellows will be expected to relocate to Washington, DC no later than two weeks following the start of employment; 
  • Can commit to 40 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends, for meetings and in-person and/or virtual events; 
  • Ability to collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions; 
  • Strong analysis around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Access, and Anti-Racism; 
  • Excellent writing and communication skills; 
  • The ability to analyze plays as they relate to the culture and socio-political context; 
  • The ability to multitask, when necessary; 
  • Good interpersonal and public speaking skills; 
  • Strong research skills; 
  • Generous collaborator; 
  • High degree of comfort and adaptability with changing circumstances; 
  • Organized, and detail oriented. 

• Other Skills or Qualities: 

• • Active engagement and leadership development in your individual position is integral to our organization’s overall health. This will be reviewed and defined with your supervisor to set individual goals. 
  • Woolly encourages employees to take personal responsibility and take pride in their work. 
  • See the larger picture and pull out the relevant details to diagnose problems. Think creatively about how to solve problems including new ways of working together. Woolly values innovative thinking, big ideas, and bigger passion. 
  • Collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions. 
  • Readiness to engage and participate in discussions centered on the social impact of equity & inclusion in the arts. 
  • The willingness to cultivate administrative, personal and professional skills in a professional environment. 
  • Promise as a risk-taker/innovator 
  • A demonstrated interested in promoting cultural equity 
  • A deep understanding and affinity for Woolly Mammoth’s artistic mission and values. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Normal office environment. 
• Extending viewing of computer screens. 
• Some prolonged standing, bending, stooping may be required. 
• Some evening and weekend work required. 
• Some travel required. 
• Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is in Washington, D.C.’s Penn Quarter neighborhood. It is air-conditioned, located in a wheelchair accessible building, and close to public transportation. 

The Miranda Family Marketing Fellow position offers the opportunity to be immersed in marketing, communications, and audience services and operate within a major theatre that is a nationally recognized innovator in the American theatre. The fellow will create and capture content (photo, video, written), write and develop communications, assist with public relations, provide event support and customer service, and aid in all the ways the team tells the Woolly story and earns revenue needed to create transformative theatre at Woolly Mammoth. Marketing, Communications, and Audience Services (MCAS) are vital components of all non-profit arts and culture organizations, responsible for the patron’s journey from the moment they first hear about the theatre through their visit to see a performance and in post-attendance communications and engagement efforts. Woolly Mammoth is committed to providing radical hospitality and framing its MCAS practices through a lens of accessibility, sustainability, and anti-racism.  

Positions and careers that are bolstered by marketing, communications, and audience services skills include Artistic Directors; Managing Directors; senior leaders in marketing, communications, customer experience, and external relations; copywriters; editors; digital specialists; fundraisers; event managers; publicists; and more. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Position Specific Responsibilities: 

• Participate as a generalist in the day-to-day operations of the Woolly Mammoth MCAS department, including 
  • Planning, organizing, capturing, and creating photo, video, and written content and storytelling for social media, e-mail, press releases, and other communications channels
  • Assisting with social media operations, such as posting, monitoring comments, engaging with direct messages, and reviewing analytics
  • Create, schedule, and edit select e-newsletters and e-blasts 
  • Aid in record-keeping and maintenance in Tessitura (customer relationship management system), including data entry and reporting 
  • Provide customer service by phone, email, and in-person for patrons, including selling tickets and packages 
  • Update press lists and keep documentation of press coverage 
  • Organize marketing archival materials and assist with digitization of archives 
  • Cross-training with MCAS full time staff members to provide back-up coverage 
  • Attend and engage in MCAS brainstorming, tactical, and strategy meetings 
  • Reading and reporting on analytics and insights of social media, e-mail, advertising, and promotional efforts 
  • In year two, lead and oversee select projects and initiatives, suited to the Fellow’s unique skills, interests, and passions

• Actively engage with and support the season planning process (reading plays, thinking about departmental opportunities, etc.) 
• Support MCAS team at in-person events including opening nights, first rehearsals, community events, affinity nights, information booth/tables, etc 
• Provide as-needed back-up coverage for front desk and front-of-house positions 
• All other duties as assigned

Company-Wide Responsibilities: 

• Commit to Woolly’s policy of anti-racism and radical inclusivity. This includes participating in anti-bias/anti-harassment training, familiarizing yourself with the policies in the employee handbook, using Woolly’s Liberation Library as an educational resource, engaging in EDI work at Woolly, and furthering your own independent journey with anti-racism. 
• Cross-departmental collaboration, including participating in at least one Woolly working group, committee, and/or taskforce. 
• Advocate for policies both internally and externally that further advance Woolly’s stated values on an organizational, local, and national scale. 
• Contribute in meaningful ways to the culture. See “Our Culture at Woolly” section below for more information. 
• Act as an ambassador for Woolly Mammoth in the local community and beyond. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience
  • Theatre (can be at the university, community and/or professional level), Marketing, Communications, Customer Service, or Front-of-House experience. 
  • Be at least 21 years old by August 1, 2024.  
• Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
  • Can commit to the duration of our fellowship timeline, from August 2024 – August 2026; 
  • Fellows will be expected to relocate to Washington, DC no later than two weeks following the start of employment; 
  • Can commit to 40 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends, for meetings and in-person and/or virtual events; 
  • Ability to collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions; 
  • Strong analysis around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Access, and Anti-Racism; 
  • Excellent writing and communication skills; 
  • The ability to multitask, when necessary; 
  • Good interpersonal and public speaking skills; 
  • Strong research skills; 
  • Generous collaborator; 
  • High degree of comfort and adaptability with changing circumstances; 
  • Organized, and detail oriented. 

• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
  • Experience with photography or videography, including video editing 
  • Experience with Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and/or other emerging social media platforms 
  • Experience with Tessitura 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

• Hybrid remote and in-person hours based on departmental needs. All in-person work follows strict COVID protocols, and best practices. 
• Extending viewing of computer screens. 
• Some prolonged standing, bending, stooping may be required. 
• Some evening and weekend work required. 
• Some travel required. 
• Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is in Washington, D.C.’s Penn Quarter neighborhood. It is air-conditioned, located in a wheelchair accessible building, and close to public transportation. 

The Miranda Family New Work & Artistic Producing Fellow position offers the opportunity to be immersed in the new work department of a major theatre that is a national innovator in the development and production of new work. The fellow is exposed to Woolly’s unique season planning, new work development, and production dramaturgy processes. There may be opportunity to develop dramaturgical experience as by compiling actor packets and secondary research materials, creating and maintaining research blogs, etc. The fellow may have the opportunity to write for Gala/event scripts, attend developmental readings and rehearsals, as appropriate. In the New Work Department’s expanding commissioning program, there will be opportunities to line produce workshops and readings 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Position Specific Responsibilities: 

• Review, analyze, and discuss new work submissions and commissions. 
• Participate in Artistic Team meetings and facilitate New Work Department meetings. 
• Actively engage with and support the season planning process, including creating agendas, taking notes and participation in discussion of work being considered, oversee the reader team and reader meetings 
• Maintain Woolly’s script database and identify improvements to that database 
• Read, solicit, and research new plays and playwrights 
• Organize and implement the flow of new work through the department. 
• Maintain the New Work Department calendar. 
• Correspond with artists and their agents/representatives. 
• Support scheduling of and attend artist and agent meetings 
• Coordinate logistics for Sheehy artist visits 
• Assist in the line producing of play development workshops; collaborate with Director of New work to support artists developing work 
• Assist marketing in crafting other promotional/show specific language (like blurbs, summaries, and content transparency) 
• Collaborate on dramaturgical information for playbills 
• Assist with talkbacks and post-show conversations alongside the Talkback Team 
• Build discussion agendas for other play conversations including Season Planning meetings, staff artistic conversations and Play Club 
• Manage project timelines 
• All other duties as assigned. 

Company-Wide Responsibilities: 

• Commit to Woolly’s policy of anti-racism and radical inclusivity. This includes participating in anti-bias/anti-harassment training, familiarizing yourself with the policies in the employee handbook, using Woolly’s Liberation Library as an educational resource, engaging in EDI work at Woolly, and furthering your own independent journey with anti-racism. 
• Cross-departmental collaboration, including participating in at least one Woolly working group, committee, and/or taskforce. 
• Advocate for policies both internally and externally that further advance Woolly’s stated values on an organizational, local, and national scale. 
• Contribute in meaningful ways to the culture. See “Our Culture at Woolly” section below for more information. 
• Act as an ambassador for Woolly Mammoth in the local community and beyond. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience
  • Theatre experience (can be at the university, community and/or professional level) 
  • Be at least 21 years old by August 1st, 2024 

• Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Can commit to the duration of our fellowship timeline from August 2024-August 2026 
  • Fellows will be expected to relocate to Washington, DC no later than two weeks following the start of employment; 
  • Can commit to 40 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends, for meetings and in-person and/or virtual events; 
  • Ability to collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions; 
  • Strong analysis around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Access, and Anti-Racism; 
  • Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills; 
  • The ability to analyze plays as they relate to the culture and socio-political context; 
  • The ability to multitask, when necessary; 
  • Good interpersonal and public speaking skills; 
  • Strong research skills; 
  • Generous collaborator; 
  • High degree of comfort and adaptability with changing circumstances; 
  • Proactive in identifying next steps needed to advance department and project goals; 
  • Organized, and detail oriented. 

• Other Skills or Qualities: 
  • Active engagement and leadership development in your individual position is integral to the overall health of our organization. This will be reviewed and defined with your supervisor to set individual goals. 
  • Woolly encourages employees to take personal responsibility and pride in their work. 
  • See the larger picture and pull out the relevant details to diagnose problems. Think creatively about how to solve problems including new ways of working together. Woolly values innovative thinking, big ideas, and bigger passion. 
  • Collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions. 
  • Be a caring person interested in cultivating open environments 
  • Readiness to engage and participate in discussions centered on the social impact of equity & inclusion in the arts. 
  • The willingness to cultivate administrative, personal and professional skills in a professional environment. 
  • Promise as a risk-taker/innovator 
  • A demonstrated interested in promoting cultural equity 
  • A deep understanding and affinity for Woolly Mammoth’s artistic mission and values. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Position Specific Responsibilities: 

• Helping to realize the technical elements of productions and presentations safely and resource efficiently 
• Assisting the Stage Management Team during rehearsals and performances of the Production;   
• Serving as liaison between production supervisors and stage management; 
• Serving as deck support for rehearsals and performances including props, wardrobe, and scenery responsibilities;   
• Coordinating with production staff to organize and maintain all the physical elements of the Production (costumes, props, etc);   
• Create and maintain paperwork that tracks all backstage activities as assigned by Stage/Assistant Stage Manager;    
• Supporting the actors in getting into costume and preparing for performance;   
• Maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the backstage performance area, rehearsal spaces, and green room area;   
• Supporting to keep the rehearsal and performance space clean, sanitized, and safe;   
• Assisting in monitoring and executing COVID safety protocols as needed;   
• Assisting Company Management with cast/crew hospitality as needed;   
• Supporting the Production and Designers in preparing spaces for performances, including moving scenery and properties;   
• Collaborating with and adapting to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions.  

Company-Wide Responsibilities: 

• Commit to Woolly’s policy of anti-racism and radical inclusivity. This includes participating in anti-bias/anti-harassment training, familiarizing yourself with the policies in the employee handbook, using Woolly’s Liberation Library as an educational resource, engaging in EDI work at Woolly, and furthering your own independent journey with anti-racism. 
• Cross-departmental collaboration, including participating in at least one Woolly working group, committee, and/or taskforce. 
• Advocate for policies both internally and externally that further advance Woolly’s stated values on an organizational, local, and national scale. 
• Contribute in meaningful ways to the culture. See “Our Culture at Woolly” section below for more information. 
• Act as an ambassador for Woolly Mammoth in the local community and beyond. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience
  • Theatre experience (can be at the university, community and/or professional level) 
  • Be at least 21 years old by August 1, 2024 

• Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Can commit to the duration of our fellowship timeline, from August 2024-August 2026 
  • Fellows will be expected to relocate to Washington, DC no later than two weeks following the start of employment; 
  • Can commit to 40 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends, for meetings and in-person and/or virtual events; 
  • Ability to collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions; 
  • Strong analysis around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Access, and Anti-Racism; 
  • Excellent reading, writing, and communication skills; 
  • The ability to analyze plays as they relate to the culture and socio-political context; 
  • The ability to multitask, when necessary; 
  • Good interpersonal and public speaking skills; 
  • Strong research skills; 
  • Generous collaborator; 
  • High degree of comfort and adaptability with changing circumstances; 
  • Proactive in identifying next steps needed to advance department and project goals; 
  • Organized, and detail oriented. 

• Other Skills or Qualities:
  • Active engagement and leadership development in your individual position is integral to the overall health of our organization. This will be reviewed and defined with your supervisor to set individual goals. 
  • Woolly encourages employees to take personal responsibility and pride in their work. 
  • See the larger picture and pull out the relevant details to diagnose problems. Think creatively about how to solve problems including new ways of working together. Woolly values innovative thinking, big ideas, and bigger passion. 
  • Collaborate with and adapt to a wide variety of people and personalities, working styles, and artistic visions. 
  • Be a caring person interested in cultivating open environments 
  • Readiness to engage and participate in discussions centered on the social impact of equity & inclusion in the arts. 
  • The willingness to cultivate administrative, personal and professional skills in a professional environment. 
  • Promise as a risk-taker/innovator 
  • A demonstrated interested in promoting cultural equity 
  • A deep understanding and affinity for Woolly Mammoth’s artistic mission and values.