Intern - Lighting maintenance and programming

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• Lighting Technician (Internship) Your mission if you choose to accept it... Enchant has an exciting opportunity to join the team as an aspiring magic maker (Intern) for our 2022 season! We are seeking creative and driven individuals who want to grow within their field while helping make magical memories for our guests. In this role you can expect to learn hands on with subject matter experts, work on exciting projects, and make new connections.

WHO WE ARE:

We are creators of a magical event called Enchant Christmas. We have hosted over three million guests over the past 5 years and have experienced significant growth. While Christmas is a big part of what we do, it is only the beginning of where we intend to go.

INTERNSHIP DETAILS:

Location: TBD Expected start date: Mid-October to early January. We will work with your semester/quarter schedule. Duration: 12-15 weeks Schedule: Schedule based on show needs. Not to exceed 40 hours a week. May include evenings and weekends.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Bringing your passion and technical knowledge to your assigned area.
• Working with the operations team to execute the safest and most magical event of the year.
• Install lamps, fixtures, and ballasts according to project scope and creative specifications.
• Reading blueprints and technical diagrams to determine the placement of outlets, fixtures, and speaker systems.
• Installing wiring, outlets, and controls. Maintenance of electrical and sound systems.
• Identifying electrical problems using specialized tools like voltmeters, cable testers, thermal scanners, and ammeters.
• Learn management abilities and decision-making skills under the direction of the event GM and their supervisory team.
• This position involves regular walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and viewing computer monitors for extended periods of time.
• Involves manual dexterity for using a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• May involve moving or lifting items at or about 40 pounds.
• Other duties as required.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

• Student currently working toward completion of a bachelors or masters degree in theater, entertainment management, performance, or other related major/minor combination. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• You have the ability to think outside the box.
• You are a creative problem solver and not afraid of a challenge.
• You are organized with a strong attention to detail.
• You have the ability to adapt and grasp new skills quickly.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
• You have a basic understanding of technical plans.
• A sincere desire to help create magical memories.
• Your own personal values are aligned with those of Enchant; Driven, Courageous, Sincere, Magical.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

At Enchant, we want to take care of our team and ensure they have everything they need to be successful. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:

• A competitive paid internship.
• The opportunity to learn from experts in your field of study.
• Meet with mentors and make friends across the globe.
• Remote environment with team members spread out across the world.
• Assigned to a permanent location for the run of Enchant Christmas show.
• Since we’re located all over the world it provides flexibility on hours worked.
• The tools you need to get the job done well.
• We’re a small yet mighty team so you’ll have impact almost immediately.
• Virtual socials with a fun team (quarterly team lunches, coffee chats, happy hour).
• We’re scaling! So there's opportunities to grow with us beyond your internship.
• Last but certainly not least, you’re an integral part of creating Christmas traditions and creating magical memories! Plus free tickets to our Enchant events ;)

Are you ready to join our team of magic makers? Apply today. We’re excited to meet you.

Please apply by February 6th 2022 to be considered for an in-person interview at the 2022 USITT conference. Enchant is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. We’re committed to continually developing and upholding an inclusive and diverse environment where every voice, perspective, and idea is heard. We embrace differences and know that our diverse team is our strength and what drives our innovation.