Summer Sound Designer Internship
Application for Summer 2023 is now open, and will close when the position is filled.
Interviews will take place via Zoom between by 3/21-3/31, or until positions are filled.
Description
The Sound Designer internship is for individuals seeking practical sound design experience. The Sound Designer intern will act as the sound designer of the 9 summer showcase productions for Lakewood Institute of Theatre (LIT) at Lakewood Playhouse, and will have the opportunity to develop strong sound design and technical theatre skills.
The sound design internship requires some previous experience in general sound knowledge, mics, sound boards and sound design. The intern will gain experience in designing, programing, and running sound for each production. He/She/They are expected to attend all production meetings, designer run-through, paper tech, dry tech, Q2Q, and First Dress Rehearsal of each production. (See schedule on calendar below.) They will find and edit sound effects for shows, program the sound cue playback program, assist tech during specific rehearsals, and possibly become the Sound Engineer/Mixer for performances (TBD on each show’s needs).
This internship will give them practical sound design experience and the opportunity to be mentored by professional sound designers/engineers and technical directors. The Sound Design Intern will report to our Production Manager and supervised by our Technical Director. The intern will help our Technical Director and Production Manager doing general tech work for a week.
Interns who have completed the summer internship will be eligible for consideration of Sound Designer for main stage productions at Lakewood Playhouse.
Hours & Stipend
General Requirements
Strong communication skills are necessary; knowledge of sound effects editing and familiarity with sound mixing/sound boards is recommended. General knowledge of theater practices are required. Valuable skills include creativity, problem solving, understanding of/adherence to deadlines, and being proactive. The Intern must have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and assertiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for students who wish to pursue Theatrical Sound Design or Technical Theater.
This internship is ideal for someone who is:
Academic Requirements
The intern must be currently enrolled, and in good standing in a high school or college-level academic course or program; or have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. Documentation that the student is receiving academic credit for the internship must be provided if academic credit is desired.
Policies
Selection
Required Application Materials
The Sound Designer internship is for individuals seeking practical sound design experience. The Sound Designer intern will act as the sound designer of the 9 summer showcase productions for Lakewood Institute of Theatre (LIT) at Lakewood Playhouse, and will have the opportunity to develop strong sound design and technical theatre skills.
The sound design internship requires some previous experience in general sound knowledge, mics, sound boards and sound design. The intern will gain experience in designing, programing, and running sound for each production. He/She/They are expected to attend all production meetings, designer run-through, paper tech, dry tech, Q2Q, and First Dress Rehearsal of each production. (See schedule on calendar below.) They will find and edit sound effects for shows, program the sound cue playback program, assist tech during specific rehearsals, and possibly become the Sound Engineer/Mixer for performances (TBD on each show’s needs).
This internship will give them practical sound design experience and the opportunity to be mentored by professional sound designers/engineers and technical directors. The Sound Design Intern will report to our Production Manager and supervised by our Technical Director. The intern will help our Technical Director and Production Manager doing general tech work for a week.
Interns who have completed the summer internship will be eligible for consideration of Sound Designer for main stage productions at Lakewood Playhouse.
Hours & Stipend
- June 12th-August 19th
- Average 22 hr. per week.
- For a complete calendar of the summer schedule click here. (Must forward month to June as it stays automatically on current date.)
- Days and start times are mostly non-flexible, end times TBD on each camp's demands.
- No work on Sundays.
- For a complete calendar of the summer schedule click here. (Must forward month to June as it stays automatically on current date.)
- $1,600.00
General Requirements
Strong communication skills are necessary; knowledge of sound effects editing and familiarity with sound mixing/sound boards is recommended. General knowledge of theater practices are required. Valuable skills include creativity, problem solving, understanding of/adherence to deadlines, and being proactive. The Intern must have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and assertiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for students who wish to pursue Theatrical Sound Design or Technical Theater.
This internship is ideal for someone who is:
- Dependable
- Self-motivated
- Adaptable/flexible
- Detail-oriented
Academic Requirements
The intern must be currently enrolled, and in good standing in a high school or college-level academic course or program; or have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. Documentation that the student is receiving academic credit for the internship must be provided if academic credit is desired.
Policies
- No applicant or intern will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or any other basis which is prohibited by applicable Federal, State or City law.
- All candidates selected for Internship with LIT are required to participate in Background Check through the State of Washington. LIT pays the fees for these services.
- LIT reserves the right to terminate any internship at any time for any cause. Each intern must sign the LIT Internship Contract, which states that the intern understands the guidelines of the LIT Internship Program and agrees to abide by them.
Selection
- Prospective interns should direct their applications to Director of Education, Deborah L Armstrong - darmstrong@lakewoodplayhouse.org
- The application will be reviewed by the Education Director. The applicant will be contacted for an interview if the applicant is eligible.
Required Application Materials
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation - Students should submit a minimum of one letter from an academic or theatrical source; ideal candidates will also submit one from an employment source. Letters may arrive separately from the application.
- Unofficial academic transcript showing student in good academic standing.
