ADMINISTRATIVE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
2016 FELLOW GUIDELINES & APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
ODC Theater is part of a two-building creative campus dedicated to supporting every stage of the artistic
lifecycle – conceptualization, creation and performance. This includes ODC’s flagship company – ODC/Dance -,
as well as ODC School, in partnership with Rhythm & Motion Dance Workout, all situated in San Francisco’s
Mission District.
Established in 1976 and nationally recognized as a cultural landmark today, ODC Theater exists to empower
and develop innovative artists. It participates in the creation of new works through commissioning,
presenting, mentorship and space access; develops informed, engaged and committed audiences; and
advocates for the performing arts as an essential component to the economic and cultural development of our
community. In addition to an acclaimed presenting program/curation; mentorship for emerging and midcareer professionals; audience engagement and conversation platforms; producing all Creative Campus
Performances; and a subsidized rental program, ODC Theater programs include a longitudinal Artist-inResidence Program and is expanding its efforts to include Administrative Fellowships that will support the
Resident Artists as well as offer mentorship to budding arts administrators.
ADMINISTRATIVE FELLOWSHIP DESCRIPTION
The Administrative Fellowship program was created to address the shortage of administrative capacity for Bay
Area artists like the Artists-in-Residence at ODC Theater while simultaneously creating professional
development opportunities for dancers and arts administrators looking to build or develop their skill sets.
Applicants will be interviewed and matched with a Resident Artist (“Host”) to complete specific projects in
marketing, public relations, fundraising, event management, audience development, and/or community
outreach while working 10 hours a week over a 10-week period.
The program includes an opportunity for dual mentorship both from the Host and ODC administrative staff. In
addition to working and meeting with his/her Host on a weekly basis, Fellows will meet with ODC’s Deputy
Director for Advancement a minimum of three times during the 10-week period and depending on the nature
of the defined project; will be able to liaise with a correlative ODC staff member as an additional resource (i.e.
Marketing Campaign Manager, Development Manager, etc…).
SCHEDULE
The program dates are Monday, January 18 through Friday, April 1, 2016. All Fellows will work ten hours a
week for an estimated ten weeks with their individual Hosts. Specific work schedules and expectations will be
set by Hosts in concert with the Fellows. Host and Fellow are expected to meet weekly, but the Fellow should
also bring a significant amount of self-agency and be able to work independently as well. Meetings with ODC
Deputy Director will be calculated as part of the ten-hour work week.
COMPENSATION
Similar to ODC’s Work Exchange program, each Fellow will receive class credits for hours volunteered/worked.
The estimated 100 hours of administrative support over the ten-week period equals 50 classes for the Fellow
to accrue. The ratio of hours worked to classes earned is double because it is understood the Fellow will also
be developing professional administrative skills from this experience.
HOW TO APPLY
For the Administrative Fellowship program, ODC Theater seeks not only the best talent, but also the best fit
between a Fellow and a Host. We also want to convene a cohort of Fellows who come from diverse
backgrounds, who have diverse interests and experiences, and who will complement each other. Therefore,
we want to gain an understanding of applicants’ achievements, their interests, goals, and ideas. Please use
this application form and personal essay to help us get to know you better so we can make the best possible
matches! Your entries may be longer than the spaces indicated. It is okay to use extra space, run onto a new
line, etc., just please try to make your application as easy for us to read as possible.
REQUIREMENTS AND ELIGIBILITY
Eligible applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
 Be available during the entire length of the program, January 18 – April 1, 2016;
 Be a resident of the Bay Area (any one of the nine area counties); and
 Be willing to meet at ODC’s campus at least once a week.
Candidates should also demonstrate:
 An interest in arts management and
 An investment in the Bay Area dance community.
REVIEW PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the deadline. Applicants will receive an email confirming
receipt of a completed application packet. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified (either via
phone or email). Interviews between selected applicants and ODC staff may occur in person or via phone.
2015 PROGRAM TIMELINE
Fellowship application deadline
Fellowship applicant interviews
Successful Fellowship Candidates Placement Notification
Fellowship Program
December 7, 2015
December 8-18, 2015
December 21, 2015
January 18 – April 1, 2016
QUESTIONS?
Contact ODC Programming & Operations Manager Mica Pirie at fellowship@odctheater.org or 415-549-8532.
Applicant Name:
ADMINISTRATIVE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
2016 FELLOW APPLICATION FORM
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 5PM, DECEMBER 7, 2015.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Submit all application materials to:
ODC THEATER
Attn: Administrative Fellowship Program
351 Shotwell Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Or submit via email to fellowship@odctheater.org with
FELLOWSHIP APP: [Insert Your Last Name] in the subject line.
Please submit your application in as few attachments as possible; a single file attachment is preferred.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
Please include these items:
This cover page
Fellow Application (2 pages)
One-page résumé that indicates the industries of past employers and your job responsibilities
Personal essay of approximately 500 words that addresses the following questions: What
interests you about the program? How does your previous experience (school, work,
extracurricular activities) relate to your suitability for the fellowship? Don’t just list your
accomplishments; tell us what distinguishes you as a good match for this program. What in
particular would you like to achieve by participating?
Letter of recommendation (optional) from a professor, advisor, choreographer, and/or
employer
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS ON EVERY PAGE YOU SUBMIT.
Applicant Name:
GENERAL INFORMATION
Prefix:
First Name:
(e.g. Mr., Ms.)
M.I.:
Last Name:
Preferred Name:
(e.g. Tom, Sue)
How did you hear about this program? (check all that apply)
ODC Work Exchange
ODC Website
Dancers Group
Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, etc)
Word of Mouth / Friend
OTHER (specify):
E-mail address to which we should send program correspondence:
CONTACT INFORMATION
Mailing Address:
Telephone:
City:
State:
Zip:
ACTIVITIES & SKILLS
Please list any related experience - academic clubs, honor societies, research, athletics, social clubs,
fraternity/sorority, volunteerism, etc. - in which you participate or have participated. If not current, include
year(s).
Computer Skills (programs, platforms, etc.—include level of proficiency)
Foreign Language Skills (spoken, written, etc.—include level of proficiency)
Other Relevant Skills
INTERESTS
In 50 words or less, please describe your ideal (yet realistic) fellowship project. What kind of work would
you do? What would the environment be like? Please tell us what you think, not what you think we want to
hear! This will help us as we consider possible matches for you.
Applicant Name:
Please indicate your artistic and arts management skills and interests. Check all that apply.
ARTISTIC
Performing Arts
Dance
Music
Theater
Voice/Choral
Visual Arts
Film/Video/Animation
Graphic Design
Photography
Other
Culturally-Specific Art
Multi-Discipline
Other Art Forms
ARTS MANAGEMENT
Arts Marketing
Audience Development
Community Outreach/Affairs
Graphic/Web Design
Public Relations/Media
Web/E-mail Marketing
Development/Fundraising
Corporate & Foundation Relations
Grant Writing/ Prospect Research
Individual Giving
Special Events Planning
Administration/Finance
Budgeting
Data Management
Management & Information Systems
I have participated in:
form:
instrument:
I'd like to work with:
form:
instrument:
(specify):
I have experience in:
(specify):
I'd like to work on:
I certify that the information I have submitted with this application is complete and accurate. I
understand that any misrepresentation on my part may result in disqualification of my candidacy for
the program.
Signature:
Date: