Thursday 10 January 2008 4:08:27 pm

Two fellowship programs for arts managers: Kennedy Center, Washington

The Kennedy Center offers two fellowship programs in Washington, DC for highly motivated, emerging arts managers. Fellows in both programs enjoy close working relationships with experienced arts professionals, hands-on work opportunities, a structured blend of independent and collective learning experiences, and the opportunity to work in one of the busiest and most artistically diverse performing arts centers in the United States. Fellows are expected to attend performances and educational events, as well as complete significant projects within the context of the Kennedy Center.

International Summer Fellowship Program
The International Summer Fellowship Program provides practical experience and instruction to up to 20 managers currently working in international not-for-profit performing arts organizations. This full-time, four-week intensive program takes place in July and includes classes, seminars and practical work experience in the Kennedy Center’s fundraising and marketing departments. Individuals selected for this program will return to the Kennedy Center for ongoing professional development for a total of three consecutive summer sessions. Lodging, per diem, travel, and materials are provided at no cost to participants. Application deadline is February 1.
http://www.kennedy-center.org/education/artsmanagement/international.cfm

Fellowship Program
The Fellowship Program provides up to 10 highly motivated, disciplined, and creative artists and arts managers from the United States and other countries with the instruction and experience they need to succeed in today's complex arts environment. Fellows work full-time at the Kennedy Center for 9 months starting in September and ending in May, and take part in classes, seminars, and practical work experiences in at least three Kennedy Center departments. Stipend, materials, and reimbursement for health coverage are provided to participants. Application deadline is April 1.
http://www.kennedy-center.org/education/artsmanagement/fellowships/home.html

Contact person Jennifer Bowman
Program Coordinator, Arts Management Programs
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Washington, DC USA
jmbowman@kennedy-center.org
(202) 416-8861 (phone)
(202) 410-8853 (fax)