Careers & Internships
Jobs
FringeArts is an equal opportunity employer. FringeArts works to respond to and reflect the diversity of our city, we encourage and support all applicants from all cultures and environments for all open positions.
Finance Associate
The Finance Associate is a key player in helping FringeArts manage our daily financial operations. This detail-oriented collaborator is responsible for managing all accounts receivable and accounts payable, payroll entry, and bank reconciliations. This position works directly with, and reports to, the Managing Director.
Duties & Responsibilities:
● Reconcile daily Patron Manager/Salesforce ticketing reports with actual funds received
● Enter PM/SF daily sales & donations reports into QuickBooks accounting software
● Prepare bank deposits and take to bank
● Issue Invoices for Accounts Receivable
● Track and enter payments for A/R
● Call and collect on delinquent A/R accounts
● Manage Accounts Payable for all vendors
● Collect and enter vendor tax information
● Oversee vendor bill entry into QuickBooks accounting software
● Enter bi-weekly payroll and employee benefit allocations in QuickBooks
● Make all A/P vendor payments
● Arrange wire transfers for foreign parties
● Arrange petty cash needs for staff & artists
● Perform monthly bank reconciliations, including petty cash, credit cards, payroll,
operating, money market, investment accounts, etc.
● Work with staff on identifying and resolving reconciliation discrepancies
● Perform monthly event rental reconciliations between QuickBooks and PatronManager
● Perform biweekly development reconciliations between QuickBooks and PatronManager
● Manage A/R and A/P for FringeArts subsidiary accounts
● Issue monthly invoices for services and utilities subsidiary accounts
● Coordinate with fundraising team regarding A/R and A/P for fundraising events
● Train and supervise Finance Intern
● Assist Managing Director with preparing budget reports
● Prepare financial reports for grants and other ad hoc reports as needed
● Assist with annual 1099 reporting
● Assist with year-end tax & audit preparations
Qualifications & Requirements:
Candidates must have previous experience using accounting software and have strong MS Office/Excel experience. Must have a demonstrated facility for working with numbers, a keen attention to detail and organization, and a high level of critical thinking and problem solving skills. Knowledge of QuickBooks and Salesforce, a love of mysteries and puzzles, and an interest in the arts preferred.
Salary Range: $42,000-$45,000
Benefits: This is a full-time non-exempt position. Includes generous health and leave benefits.
To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to HR@fringearts.com. Include job title and applicant name in subject line.
EOE: FringeArts is an equal opportunity employer. FringeArts works to respond to and reflect the diversity of our city. We encourage and support applicants of color for this and all open positions. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
FringeArts Internships
FringeArts internships offer empirical training for students and emerging professionals whose career interests include performing and visual arts administration, arts production, and all facets of nonprofit administration and management.
Interns of all academic and professional backgrounds are welcome. FringeArts interns support programming, marketing, development, event operations and more. Academic credit may be available. Internships are available year-round on an ongoing basis. Interns are significantly needed before and during our annual month-long Fringe Festival, presented throughout Philadelphia each September. Interns typically serve approximately 20 hours per week during regular office hours (10-6, M-F), primarily at our Old City offices. Hours are flexible.
For more information or to apply, please contact hr@fringearts.com. Applications should include a cover letter and resume, and additional materials where required (see job descriptions below). Applications accepted on a rolling basis. The FringeArts offices are wheelchair accessible and dog-friendly.
Internship Opportunities
FringeArts is an equal opportunity employer. FringeArts works to respond to and reflect the diversity of our city. We encourage and support applicants of color for all open positions.
Currently accepting application materials for Fall 2025 internships.
Programming Intern
The Programming Intern will assist the Programming Department in meeting the individual and logistical needs of presented and independent artists. This position is ideal for someone with experience in events programming and artist relations, with an interest in contemporary live art on a local and international scale.The Programming Intern often interfaces with artists and as such a knowledge of and curiosity about contemporary performance across the genres of dance, theater, music, comedy, cabaret, and circus is essential.
Responsibilities:
- Collect & organize show information
- Coordinate housing & travel arrangements for out-of-town artists
- Assist with artist contracts
- Purchase, deliver, and maintain hospitality items for artist
- Track & report expenses
- Propose and conduct interviews & reviews for publication on the FringeArts blog
- Day-to-day operations such as communicating with artists, mass mailings, and other administrative tasks
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Great communication and people skills and knowledge of the contemporary performing arts scene
- Experienced in events coordination
- Self-starter with initiative who can work on projects independently
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Punctual, outgoing and enthusiastic personality
- Ability to speak with fluency about their interest and experience in contemporary performance.
While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
18-20 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to hr@fringearts.com. Include internship title in email subject line and in cover letter. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Production Intern
The Production Intern will be instrumental in load-ins, load-outs, and running of shows and events on the mainstage as well as in the studio, restaurant, and biergarten. They will also aid the Production department with administrative tasks. Specialization within the department is possible, depending on our production schedule and the intern’s interest.
Responsibilities:
- Set construction/installation
- Unloading trucks
- Hanging/focusing lights
- Assisting audio set up
- Participating in advance of technical riders
- Creating and implementing show schedules
- Participating in organization and execution of rentals
- Correspondence with other departments as well as external artists, clients, etc
- Other administrative, facility, and data entry tasks as needed
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Strong problem solver
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn new skills and abilities
- Experienced with general stagecraft, such as lighting/electrics, audio, set construction, and/or video
- General knowledge of Mac Operating Systems
- Comfortable with Excel and Google Suite
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs repeatedly
- Comfort with ladders and working at height
- Knowledge of Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Lightwright, and/or Qlab5 preferred
- A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle preferred
While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
18-20 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to hr@fringearts.com. Include internship title in email subject line and in cover letter. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Venue and Patron Services Intern
The Patron and Venue Services Co-op will provide administrative support to the Front of House & Grants Manager as well as the General Manager by processing expense forms, familiarizing oneself with patron and building data for grant opportunities, correspondence with potential rental opportunities, updating membership to inquiry outreach organizations and general upkeep of office functionality and building management as well as coordinating FOH staffing and much more!
Responsibilities:
- Data entry
- Scheduling assistance
- Assist with building maintenance and general upkeep issues
- Coordinate and follow up with facility needs
- Field ticket and membership inquiry calls
- Assisting with front of house operations at venues
- Coordinating volunteers for events
- Other administrative support as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Great customer service and phone skills
- Enthusiastic & adaptable to change
- Familiarity with Excel & Google Suite
- Previous Box Office experience is a plus
- Previous experience with PatronManager or Salesforce is a plus
While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
18-20 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to hr@fringearts.com. Include internship title in email subject line and in cover letter. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Financial Arts Management Intern
The Financial Arts Management Intern will work with the Finance Director and the Finance Associate on the daily bookkeeping, budgeting, and administrative needs of the organization.
Note: this internship is from Sept. 5 – Dec. 15th!
Responsibilities:
- Assist with financial management operations
- Learn accounting software
- Assist with accounts payable, account reconciliation, credit card purchases, and petty cash processing
- Help update budgeting & forecasting spreadsheets
- Assist with HR paperwork
- Scan and file vendor documents
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Detail oriented and organized
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects at once
- Affinity for numbers
- Experience & comfortability with Excel & Google Suite
- Background in finance, accounting, and/or arts administration preferred
While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
18-20 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to hr@fringearts.com. Include internship title in email subject line and in cover letter. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Development Intern
The Development Intern will provide administrative support to the Development team by assisting in all aspects of FringeArts fundraising efforts. Working collaboratively across departments, they will gain a clear-eyed understanding of how an arts organization functions and fits within its community as they identify its needs and develop creative and strategic plans to address them.
Responsibilities:
- Data entry in Patron Manager
- Coordinating and following up with facility needs
- Fielding ticket and membership inquiry calls
- Processing and acknowledging contributions and sponsorships
- Assisting with prospect research
- Gathering information and generating materials for grant proposals
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Enthusiasm for relationship building
- Computer savvy
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Adaptable to changing priorities
- Willingness to learn new skills and help wherever needed
- Background in Communications, English, Theatre, and/or Nonprofit Administration preferred
- Interest in the performing arts preferred
- Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms preferred
While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
18-20 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to hr@fringearts.com. Include internship title in email subject line and in cover letter. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Marketing Intern
The Marketing Intern will provide promotional support for the Marketing & Communications department by engaging new and existing FringeArts audiences. They will develop and implement strategies to create content within a brand voice for different contexts including social media, email marketing, and PR. They will learn about creating and implementing marketing & PR plans and schedules to promote a calendar of live events.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with audience and artist research
- Help with managing mailings, collateral distribution, and special event promotion
- Data entry, email building, and website updates
- Developing and managing promotional campaigns
- Attend and document FringeArts events
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working both collaboratively and independently
- Strong photography and video skills are a plus
- Canva and Adobe Suite experience are a plus
- Creative and self-motivated
While this internship is unpaid, college credit is available depending on the intern’s college program. FringeArts will provide interns with a $200 travel stipend to be used for transportation costs.
18-20 hours per week preferred. Occasional weekend hours and evening hours may be required for events. Please note we are a dog-friendly office!
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to hr@fringearts.com. Include internship title in email subject line and in cover letter. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Equal Opportunity Policy
FringeArts has been, and remains committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination. FringeArts does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, military status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, employment practices; selection of board members, interns, volunteers and vendors; and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. In keeping with this policy, FringeArts seeks to recruit, hire, train and promote into available jobs the most qualified persons and to administer personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, and terminations in accordance with this policy. All employees, board members, interns and volunteers are expected to conduct themselves in the workplace in a manner consistent with this policy.