Theater Tech Intern: Sets, Lighting & Props

The-Children; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lilly Theater Technician Intern at The Children's Museum will collaborate with the production team, building the set and hanging lighting for the spring show, then assist with running the house during performances.

Preferred candidates bring theater tech coursework, hands-on shop experience, and knowledge of lighting/sound systems, including Qlab. This is a part-time, on-site internship in Indianapolis.

Qualifications

• Completion of 0 to 4 years of college coursework, depending on personal skillset and focus.
• Preferred major or field of study: Theater Tech (lighting, sound, carpentry, or costumes).
• Skills in programming lights and running sound, including Qlab.
• Experience working in a scene shop, paint shop, or costume shop.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work closely as part of a team.
• Previous experience in Theater Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with power and pneumatic tools, including saws, staple guns, and sanders, to build the set for the spring production.
• Create and assemble props and costumes.
• Paint the set and props.
• Hang and focus lighting, and work on lighting and sound consoles.
• Help maintain the production and run the house during shows once the production opens.

Skills

Lighting programming

Sound operation (QLab)

Scene shop experience

Team collaboration

Theater tech education

Education

Some college coursework (0–4 years)

Theater technology major (lighting, sound, carpentry, or costumes)

Tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Lighting consoles

Sound consoles

Job description

The Lilly Theater Technician Intern at The Children's Museum will collaborate with the production team, building the set and hanging lighting for the spring show, then assist with running the house during performances.

Preferred candidates bring theater tech coursework, hands-on shop experience, and knowledge of lighting/sound systems, including Qlab. This is a part-time, on-site internship in Indianapolis.