Hells Kitchen National Tour Projection Design Fellow

Mentors: Peter Nigrini and Robert Figueira
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 [email protected]

APPLICATIONS CLOSE August 4, 2025

Position Summary

Kaleidoscope Dreams Foundation and HK Theatrical LLC are seeking a Projection Design Fellow for the Hell’s Kitchen National Tour — a paid opportunity for an early-career artist to contribute meaningfully to a major touring production. The Fellow will support the projection 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 the projection design team in preparing complete designs, concepts, and specifications for the projection design of the production.


• Observe and assist in the overseeing of the load-in and installation of the related projection elements in the theatre.


• Attending the load-in, technical rehearsals, cast stage rehearsals, and preview performances, as required by the Projection Designer or Producer.


• Meeting and consulting with various production personnel 


• Assisting the projection 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


• Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and other Adobe Creative Suite programs (Photoshop, Illustrator)


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

About Hell’s Kitchen

Created by Alicia Keys (music and lyrics) and Kristoffer Diaz (book), Hell’s Kitchen is an exhilarating coming-of-age musical inspired by Alicia’s 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.