Careers
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The team at AILEY is made up of dancers, choreographers, teaching artists, musicians, administrators, production staff, and leaders. We come from diverse backgrounds and bring a range of skills, while sharing an unwavering commitment to advancing our founder Alvin Ailey's mission to give dance back to the people.
AILEY is always looking for people to join our dedicated team. Explore our current career opportunities below.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Join the Team
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY), is seeking an experienced, motivated, and personable Associate Director of Institutional Giving to drive forward the organization’s institutional giving efforts.
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an organized and eager individual to serve as our Individual Giving Assistant reporting to the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving.
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as our Bursar reporting to the Director of School Business Operations within The Ailey School.
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as our Salesforce Administrator reporting to the CRM Platform Manager within the Information Technology department.
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as Assistant Stage Manager, reporting to the Production Stage Manager of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as our part-time Assistant Lighting Director, reporting to the Technical Director within Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s crew department.
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as our seasonal Sound Engineer reporting to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Technical Director.
Auditions
There are currently no upcoming auditions.
Internships
AILEY offers internships across the organization—from production to administration—giving interns valuable work experience as they learn about AILEY’s operations in a welcoming and collaborative environment.
There are currently no internship positions available.
Volunteer
Ailey Extension Work Exchange Program
Ailey Extension is seeking highly motivated dance enthusiasts who are personable and reliable to join the Extension’s front desk team. As a vital part of the Extension Team, you will assist Desk Associates with day-to-day operations in exchange for dance classes and a truly rewarding opportunity in your dance community.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced and creative environment and have a passion for customer service, join our team and receive free Ailey Extension classes as well as discounts to workshops & masterclasses in exchange of your time.
*The program requires a minimum 12-week commitment working one day per week for 4 hours. Volunteers must be 16 years or older.
If interested in applying, please send your resume along with the completed application form to Front Desk Operations Manager, Renee McGinnis at [email protected]. No phone calls, please.