A2 (Sound) Intern

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of A2 (Sound) Intern for a summer production in our flexible, 300-seat theatre space. This is a temporary, hourly position scheduled from July 29 through August 12, 2025. We are looking for a detail-oriented, enthusiastic individual with audio experience and a strong interest in sound design and technology. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to enhance their professional experience by working alongside CTC’s expert team of directors, designers, and union production crew. The A2 intern position will get deeply involved in all sound related aspects of a production including wireless microphone best practices, cable management, sound system setup, signal flow, and speaker rigging.

Estimated Hours of Work Per Week:
• Week of July 27:  25 hours of work
• Week of August 3:  45 hours of work
• Week of August  10:  15 hours of work

CTC is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and justice in our organization and our community, and thus we seek a broad spectrum of employees.  We strongly encourage and welcome applicants who are Black, Indigenous or People of Color, as well as those who are from other underrepresented communities.  

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
Led by Artistic Director Rick Dildine and Managing Director Ryan French, Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is the nation’s leading theatre for multigenerational audiences and is one of the 25 largest producing theatres in the United States. A winner of the Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre, CTC creates extraordinary theatre experiences that educate, challenge and inspire young people. It has set standards of excellence in the quality of its productions, commitment to new work, and innovative education and community partnerships.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
CTC is dedicated to increasing equity, diversity and inclusion in our audiences, our programs and in all of our hiring for staff, artists, and recruiting of board members.  CTC is committed to a future where our theatre is a home for all people, all families, and is truly reflective of our community.  We are also committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination.  CTC prohibits discrimination in employment against any employee or job applicant because of that person’s race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission or any other legally protected status.

POSITION SUMMARY
The A2 (Sound) Intern will assist the production’s A1 in all aspects of sound implementation and maintenance throughout rehearsals and performances. This includes hands-on work with audio equipment, wireless microphone management, and system troubleshooting. 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Sound
• Assist with sound system setup, tuning, and speaker rigging
• Prep and manage wireless microphones before and during rehearsals/performances
• Support actors with mic placement as needed
• Monitor battery usage and troubleshoot wireless systems
• Participate in strike/load-out at the end of the production

Collaborate with all staff in the furtherance of CTC’s goal of being an anti-racist/anti-bias theatre that works towards Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Encourage and empower everyone to speak out against racist and/or biased workplace practices and policies
• Positively contribute to the ACT One platform, creating a future where our theatre is a home for all people, all families, reflective of our community

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
• Demonstrated customer service skills including working with diverse groups of people
• Basic understanding of theatre production, particularly in audio
• Familiarity with wireless mics, QLab, and digital mixing consoles is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and eagerness to learn
• Ability to work professionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Must be at least 18 years old

Other Qualities
• A commitment to ethical conduct in all respects of the work environment
• A commitment to creating a just, equitable and inclusive work environment
• Must be at least 18 years old

COMPENSATION
The starting pay for this temporary part-time position is $15.97 per hour.  Benefits include sick and safe leave and the ability to contribute to a 403(b)-retirement savings plan.

TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume to Andrew Robertson, Director of Human Resources at productionjobs@childrenstheatre.org.  Please include the name of the position(s) to which you are applying in the subject line of the email.