Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We have an opening for an Audio Visual Production Intern who will provide first-hand experience to the work done within the Building Operations department in a major contemporary art museum. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about live event and media production by gaining hands-on experience in live sound, camera operation, lighting, video editing, livestreaming, and theatre craft.

WHAT WE OFFER

Throughout the internship, the Production Intern will:

• Participate in setup, operation, and teardown of live sound systems for concerts and performances.
• Assist in the operation of cameras, microphones, and lights for video shoots.
• Aid in the video and audio post-production process by using video editing software and DAWs.
• Help produce livestreams and implement accessibility services.
• Assist in theatre production tasks in the MCA’s Edlis Neeson Theater.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Current student or recent graduate from a degree program (up to one year post graduation)
• Interest in contemporary art.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage assignments with attention to detail and strong organization skills.
• Ability to perform occasional lifting (up to 60lbs).
• General mobility throughout the museum.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• MCA Internships are geared towards current college students and recent grads (<1year) who are interested in contemporary art and have a passion for learning more about how museums work.
• Candidates must be interested in exploring a potential career in the culture sector.
• Interns must be able to work 24 hours per week onsite for the entirety of the internship period (May 19, 2025 through August 8, 2025).
  • Please detail your availability in your cover letter.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE MCA INCLUDE:

• Paid time off.
• Pre-tax, reduced rate parking and Ventra/Metra benefits.
• Free admission to MCA exhibitions for yourself and guests.
• Free admission to many special and member events.
• Reduced price tickets to MCA Stage performances.
• Discounts on dining in Marisol and in our award-winning MCA Store.
• Access to our onsite library.
• Opportunities to attend curator-led staff tours.
• Free or discounted admission to many other cultural institutions across the United States.

This is a part-time temporary position, with a schedule determined by department and operational needs; may include evenings and weekends if needed for exhibitions or events. This position is not eligible for hybrid work arrangement per the Remote Work Policy.
Up to 24 hours per week.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Internship, Remote job, Afternoon shift,

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