PERF 476 - Performing Arts Today II

Credit Hours: 2
The goal of this course is to introduce students to the various tools required for job, graduate school, and internship application as well as for auditioning and freelancing in the fields of theater, film, and media. Additionally, it will introduce students to various life mechanics for success in these fields. During the half-semester, students will generate a resume, business card, website, social media presence, cover letter, personal statement, as well as other materials required by each TFMS area (performance, design/technology, film/video, media practices, dance). Life mechanics to be addressed include: “side hustles,” filing taxes as a freelance artist, grant-writing, acquiring union membership, and budgeting on a non-fixed income. This course is meant to provide upper-class students with the resources to apply for internships, auditions, graduate school interviews, and design portfolio presentations.