Hells Kitchen National Tour Scenic Design Fellow

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $1208 per week plus Local USA 829 DMC benefits

Mentors: Robert Brill and Mike Kaukl
Contract: Local USA 829 Design Membership Candidate (DMC) Program
Start Date: September 2, 2025
End Date: October 19, 2025
Locations:
New York, NY
Cleveland, OH: KeyBank State Theater - 1519 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
Schedule: To be determined by mentor

Please direct all questions and inquiries to info@kd-foundation.org

APPLICATIONS CLOSE August 4, 2025

Position Summary

Kaleidoscope Dreams Foundation and HK Theatrical LLC are seeking a Scenic Design Fellow for the Hells Kitchen National Tour a paid opportunity for an early-career artist to contribute meaningfully to a major touring production. The Fellow will support the scenic design team and help foster a collaborative, inclusive, and equitable creative process.

This fellowship is part of the Local USA 829 Design Membership Candidate (DMC) Program, offering union wages, benefits, and hands-on experience alongside experienced designers.

Ideal candidates are motivated, organized, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and a flexible, team-oriented approach.

Eligibility

This fellowship is intended for individuals from historically underrepresented communities who are interested in building a career in theatre design or related creative fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe and assist in preparing complete designs, concepts, and specifications for the scenery, properties, stage settings, and overall visual appearance.
• Observe and assist in overseeing the load-in and installation of the scenery, properties, stage settings, and related scenic elements in the theatre.
• Attending the load-in, technical rehearsals, cast stage rehearsals, and preview performances, as required by the Scenic Designer or Producer.
• Meeting and consulting with various production personnel as may be designated by the Scenic Designer or Producer.
• Assisting the scenic design team on other various tasks as needed.

Qualifications & Desired Experience

• Prior experience in a creative capacity within theater or live performance is a plus
• Strongly encouraged industry skills, including but not limited to Adobe Photoshop, Vectorworks or AutoCAD, and Cinema4D, etc.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Availability for evening and weekend work as needed
• Reliable, punctual, and able to complete tasks independently and collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence (self-awareness, empathy, motivation, etc.)
• A naturally curious mindset and the ability to manage up when needed
• Comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds and across departments

Compensation

The Scenic Design Fellow will be paid $1208 per week plus Local USA 829 DMC benefits for a total of seven weeks.

About Hells Kitchen

Created by Alicia Keys (music and lyrics) and Kristoffer Diaz (book), Hells Kitchen is an exhilarating coming-of-age musical inspired by Alicias own life. Directed by Michael Greif with choreography by Camille A. Brown, the show follows 17-year-old Ali as she navigates family, dreams, and love in New York City. Featuring both new music and Alicia Keys iconic songs, this touring production builds on its Broadway success to tell a powerful, personal story about defiance, belonging, and transformation.

HK Theatrical LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.