Participants 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 also expected to attend performances and educational events, as well as complete significant projects within the context of the Kennedy Center.
Scholarship Worth
Fellows receive an annual stipend of $20,000 (paid bi-weekly) to help defray housing and transportation costs. Course materials, and reimbursement for health insurance are provided to Fellows.
Learn More About the 2010-2011 Fellows
Duration of Scholarship
Fellowships are full-time and last 9 months starting in September and ending in May.
Scholarship Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate must demonstrate knowledge of an artistic discipline(s), an aptitude for management skills, proven organizational and communication skills, maturity and confidence, and the ability to work independently, as well as with diverse groups.
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in the arts or a related discipline, and at least five years of experience as an administrator for a performing arts organization (e.g., theater, music, dance) are required.
The Kennedy Center welcomes applicants with disabilities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should Download Application and submit the following:
Personal Statement: No more than two pages indicating the reason(s) you are applying for this Fellowship, what you hope to gain from the experience, your background in the performing arts, and your goals related to working in the field of arts administration.
Resume (and photo, optional)
Official college/university transcript(s): undergraduate and graduate (if applicable)
Two (2) current recommendation letters:Letters should speak to your relevant background and skills. Letters of recommendation must arrive in sealed envelopes with the signature of the letter writer appearing across the envelope flap.
Application Deadline
All materials must arrive in one package, be written in English or have a certified translation, and be postmarked by April 1 each year.
Applications for the 2011-2012 Fellowship Program will be accepted from January 1, 2011, and must be postmarked no later than April 1 2011.
Applicants are notified within six to eight weeks of application postmark deadline.
Send complete application package to:
Fellowship Program
The Kennedy Center
P.O. Box 101510
Arlington, VA 22210
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