Internship: Production Student

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Internship: Production

All applicants for this position must have been PRE-SCREENED and INVITED to apply for the position prior to visiting this site to fill out this application. This position is designed for AACPS high school students who have been recruited to participate in the apprenticeship program. Please DO NOT apply for this position unless you have been invited you to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

Middle School Design & Production Intern Provides students with hands-on, real-world experience in theatre design and production while supporting middle school performing arts programs. Under the guidance of a mentor teacher, the intern assists with and mentors students in areas such as props, scenery, costumes, lighting, sound, hair and makeup, and publicity for classroom projects and school productions. Assignments vary based on the student''s area of focus and the needs of the program. Work is performed independently under general supervision and may require up to eight (8) hours per day. Production Intern Provides students with practical experience in technical theatre production by supporting showcases and performances in the black box theatre and mainstage at Apex Arts'' Studio 39. Under the guidance of a mentor, the intern assists with lighting, sound, and other technical production activities, including supporting rehearsals and live performances. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow scripts and production cues, and effective time management to coordinate production schedules. Work is performed independently under general supervision and may require evening hours and up to eight (8) hours per day to support rehearsals and performances.

Additional Work Days/Hours

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Summer hours

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with mentor to develop creative solutions for incoming design or production projects.
• Works independently to create final, professional-quality materials.
• Middle School Design and Production Intern - mentor Apex Arts middle school theatre students in the art of Design and Production. This may include props, set, costumes, lights, sound, hair and makeup, and publicity. Production Intern - will be responsible for running lights and possibly sound for showcases and small productions in the black box theater and the mainstage at Apex Arts' Studio 39.
• Participates in offsite work, when possible and as needed, including installation of graphic materials and on-location video shoots.
• Performs general office duties, including basic record keeping and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Other: Must be a student at an AACPS high school required.

Experience

• Six (6) months related experience with backstage and front of house protocol/etiquette and the process of technical rehearsals for Production Intern preferred.
• Six (6) months related advanced experience in at least one design and production discipline, preferably more, and working knowledge of design and production as a whole for Middle School Design and Production Intern preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Middle School Design and Production Intern -Demonstrated proficiency (designing for stage and working collaboratively with an artistic team.
• Production Intern -Knowledge of or familiar with ETC eos lighting consols and Qlab sound software or similar systems. Should be detail oriented, adept at following a script, and attentive at keeping an accurate calendar.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and harmoniously with others and at the direction of department staff.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite-Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• N/A
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 of the time
• Talking: under 1/3 of the time
• Hearing: under 1/3 of the time
• Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time
• Outdoor environment: under 1/3 of the time
• Shop environment: under 1/3 of the time

Exposure

• Work near moving mechanical parts: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: over 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 25 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 9/1/2026 Established Date: 7/1/2026 Title Code: Y00211 Title: INTERNSHIP: PRODUCTION STUDENT Alternate Title: Internship: Production Student Reports to Generic: Manager Reports to Specific:

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics Business Unit: College & Career Readiness Department: College & Career Readiness-Secondary Negotiated Agreement: N/A

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: 0 Days Worked: FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade:

Temp

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