2. Company Overview
• My overall experience as an intern at MTC has been a great.
- I had to find alternative routes to solve problems.
- my communication is more clear.
- I feel more well-rounded as a professional.
• Working with my supervisor was definitely a learning
experience.
• Sometimes, she was very busy & I was responsible of
taking the initiative to help those around the theater
• Whenever I felt any type of miscommunication, I did my
very best of letting her know my issues and concerns by
pulling her to the side and communicating
• I always let her know of any times I was unable to make
it to the theater on time, etc.
• My interaction with the employees were very neutral. We
always were friendly with each other. I worked with them
closely with specific projects and research.
• My major accomplishment was being able to help with the
execution of the production “Alice’s Adventures in
Wonderland.”
• I seen the production unfold and helped a great deal
with the ushering of the students and box office sales.
3. Personal Goals
Prior to starting my internship this Fall, I set some
goals for myself, as followed:
Gain hands-on experience with the production –
experiencing the pre-production of “Alice’s Adventures
in Wonderland”, find out how box office operates, see
more behind the scenes work
Become more skilled in my work ethic – utilize my
research and development skills, communicate and
share ideas with my colleagues on relevant projects
Learn the ins-and-outs about the entertainment
industry – apply what I’ve already learned in my
coursework and see the differences, see how the
company operates before and during the production,
familiarize myself with the marketing campaign for the
production and any events
5. History of Miami Theater Center
• MTC was created and led by Miami native and Artistic Director, Stephanie
Ansin.
• In 2004, MTC, then called The PlayGround Theatre, was born, producing
ten plays that captivated audiences of all ages and abilities.
• In 2012, Miami Shores Village Council granted The PlayGround Theatre
approval to screen films, where they partnered up with O Cinema.
• During 2012, Stephanie decide to rebrand and expansion into Miami
Theater Center, creating new programs to engage wider range of
audiences.
6. MTC Mission Statement/Vision
“Our goal is to ensure that everyone who enters our venue or engages
with our organization feels warmth of our welcome and experiences
the transformational power of live theater.”
MTC is committed to offering the community high quality culture at
an affordable price.
MTC’s initiatives include:
MTCperformance
MTCeducation
MTCfilm
7. MTCperformance
- Aspire to present a wide variety of captivating works to
our audiences through MTCproductions, Sandbox Series,
the works of our Resident Companies, and MTCpresents.
MTCeducation
- From classes, to summer camps, to our inclusive
community engagement, to workshops, the education
department is designed to inspire, intrigue, and excite
the entire family.
MTCfilm
- Independent film screenings made possible by our
partnership with O Cinema – generating a range of films
that reach out to specific audiences
8. Organizational Chart
Board of Directors
(Creative Team)
Elaiza Irizarry,
Executive Director
Yolima De Avila,
General Manager
Idalmis “Dallie”
Leyva, Finance &
Office Manager
Federica Wallis,
Marketing Manager
Judy Litt, Director
of Education &
Community
Engagement
Paula Wilhelm,
Membership &
Events Coordinator
Fersson Vega,
Production &
Facility Services
Manager
Ron Burns,
Technical Director
Naomi Zapata,
Stage Manager
9. Student’s Role in the
Organization
My role in the organization falls under the
Members & Events and Marketing department – I
work closely with this department, learning how
to market the production and how to set-up
membership events at the theater.
“Eyes” and “Ears” of the organization
10. MTC Membership Happy Hour Project
MTC hosted their 2nd Happy Hour event for members and
nonmembers on October 6, 2015 at Wood Tavern in Wynwood
(Miami, FL).
11. Description of Project
Although I did not help entirely create
this event, I did have responsibilities.
Prior to event:
Contact guests’ from previous
event & personally invite them
Get feedback from past guests’ and
see where we can improve
Send email blast via the company’s
email address
During the event:
Welcome guests’ and hand them a
happy hour drink ticket stub
Access Vendini to accept forms of
payment from guests’ and check
guests’ in
Handle all monies, keeping it safe
in the cash box
12. Alice’s Mad Tea Party
MTC hosted Alice’s Mad Tea Party on October 17, 2015 in Miami
Design District. This event was in celebration of their upcoming
production, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
13. Description of Project
Although I was unable to
participate in the execution of this
event, I did have responsibilities
prior to the event:
Research caterers in the South
Florida region
Contact caterers and ask for
quotes on pricing, via phone and
email
Market the event via social
media
Personally invite past patrons to
the event
