Sound Design Paid Internship

Pittsburgh CLO•Pittsburgh, PA

15d

About The Position

The Pittsburgh CLO is a not-for-profit cultural organization dedicated to the preservation, creation and promotion of the American musical theater art form, the furnishing of arts education and providing outreach and meaningful community service opportunities in Western Pennsylvania and throughout the United States. The Pittsburgh CLO, hailed as one of the nation’s premier regional theaters, is seeking a college-aged student to serve as its Sound Design Internship. Working alongside the Benedum House Soundperson, intern will assist with taking rehearsal notes and cues, attending all rehearsals, techs, and performances. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are essential to this position. Candidates should have a working knowledge of QLab. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours required.

Requirements

Current college student, or recent grad who has an interest in sound design or technical theater.
Should express a passion for the technical side of theater.
Must have a high level of organizational and communication skills.
Demonstrate excellent organizational, time management and communication (written and oral) skills.
Basic computer literacy is a must, with knowledge of Outlook, Google Drive and Dropbox software preferred.
A working knowledge of QLab is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Create the Sound script for each production.
Create the workbook for each production.
Sit in on rehearsals and updating the script/workbook if any changes are made.
Order essential items on Amazon at the Sound Designer’s request.
Find and create sound effects for production.
Set up the QLab file for rehearsals and the performances.
Take notes at the designer’s request during Designer run(s), Tech, and Opening night.