Internship | Audio Intern

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Internship
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Hands-on experience in live audio and broadcast production
Learning from professional audio engineers and media producers
Build skills in mic setup, live mixing, recording workflows, and post-production
Contribute to real Austin PBS productions and community facing events
Eligibility to enter the staff ticket lottery for Austin City Limits Season 52 tapings

Job Description

Austin PBS, also known as KLRU-TV, is a beloved community-supported PBS station serving Central Texas. As a mission-driven nonprofit media organization, Austin PBS is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and entertaining the local community through a rich array of programming and events. Broadcasting approximately 35,000 hours of high-quality, curated content annually across multiple channels and the PBS app, Austin PBS covers diverse subjects including arts, culture, history, public affairs, and local and national news. The station's commitment to public media extends beyond television, with a strong focus on community engagement and accessible educational resources.

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Job Requirements

  • current undergraduate student actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program during the full duration of the internship
  • must be available in person for a minimum of 14 weeks
  • internship is in person
  • availability preferred daily (15-20 hours per week)
  • strong interest in broadcast and internet media, live events, and/or music production
  • familiarity with Google Workspace and general computer proficiency
  • strong communication skills and ability to work independently or on a team

Job Qualifications

  • current undergraduate student actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program during the full duration of the internship
  • strong interest in broadcast and internet media, live events, and/or music production
  • familiarity with Google Workspace and general computer proficiency
  • strong communication skills and ability to work independently or on a team
  • familiarity with Austin PBS programming is a plus

Job Duties

  • assist audio staff with pre-production, studio, field, and post-production tasks
  • help prepare input lists, stage plots, microphones, and gear for studio and field shoots
  • observe or assist with mixing audio for live audiences (front of house), band monitors, and final recording mixes
  • participate in sweetening, file delivery, and other post-production processes
  • attend assigned studio and field productions as available
  • collaborate with producers, engineers, and crew to support high-quality audio for Austin PBS programming
  • complete additional tasks as assigned, based on production needs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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