Museum Associates
Museum Associates
Posted 3 months ago
Internship
Los Angeles, California
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The intern will support the Audio Visual team in managing live concert sound reinforcement and technical setup. Key tasks include stage plot analysis, cabling, microphone placement, and assisting with concert breakdown.
Qualifications
You are currently enrolled in an academic program or recently graduated, and you are eager to gain hands-on experience in live concert sound reinforcement. You will learn best practices in audio visual operations, including stage plot analysis, cabling, microphone setup, and sound check procedures.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Audio Visual
sound reinforcement
stage plot analysis
cabling
microphone set-up
monitor support
sound check
Job Description
Audio Visual Intern (Temporary, Part-Time)
Audio Visual
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, the Audio Visual Intern will learn concert tasks performed by the Manager and staff while gaining greater knowledge and hands-on experience in working with live concert sound reinforcement. Shadowing the Manager and AV staff, the intern will learn best practices through various tasks, including stage plot analysis, cabling, microphone set-up and placement, monitor support, sound check needs, and concert breakdown.
LACMA’s Audio Visual department supports LACMA’s Music Programs, which present over 100 concerts per year. The concert series includes Jazz at LACMA, Latin Sounds, and Art & Music, reaching thousands of audience members each week on the LACMA campus.
This is a 26-week paid internship, approximately 16 hours per week at $17.87/hour.
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026
RESPONSIBILITIES
Learns core Audio Visual operations by supporting the Manager and AV team during live concerts
Assists with stage plot analysis and preparation for performances
Shadows AV staff to understand best practices in live sound reinforcement
Supports cabling, microphone setup, and proper placement for performances
Assists with monitor setup and on-stage sound support
Learns and observes sound check procedures and requirements
Helps with the concert setup and breakdown processes
Gains hands-on experience supporting high-volume concert programming across LACMA’s Music Programs (including Jazz, Latin Sounds, and Art & Music series)
Internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an academic program, or recently graduated within 1 year, and reside in the Los Angeles vicinity.
Please submit a resume and a cover letter.
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