League Candidate Forums & Community Conversations

Paid Intern Program 

Audio & Video Live Streaming & Recording Support

This internship offers students a hands-on opportunity to support civic engagement through live event production. Interns will learn from professionals and gain real-world experience in producing live event video and audio while working behind the scenes at League Candidate Forums and Community Conversations.

Roles & Responsibilities - Interns will learn and assist with the full cycle of event production:

• Event Planning (technical production perspective)

• Pre-Event Setup

• Unloading and organizing tech equipment

• Assist with setting up cameras, microphones, mixer, switcher and 

lighting

• Testing audio/video feeds and troubleshooting

• Operating cameras for livestream or recording

• Livestreaming Event Production - Livestreaming is easy if it’s just you sitting in front of your laptop or desktop computer’s webcam (or your smartphone) talking. But streaming an event for a company or nonprofit organization is not that easy – if you want your audience to clearly see and hear what’s happening. Streaming an event is a lot like producing a live television show (think awards show, sporting event or town hall). This usually requires multiple cameras (wide shots and various close-ups) and multiple microphones (one for each speaker). It may require supplemental lighting so faces are clearly seen. If there is an in-person audience it requires a PA system so that audience can hear what’s going on.

• A satisfying virtual and in-person audience experience depends on having a well-organized (though probably small) team, showing up with the right resources, placing them in the best locations, and managing which camera is seen and which microphone is heard at any given time. It requires good planning and a script or “run-of-show” so events within your event are anticipated. It’s critical all these things are not left to chance.

• Participants in this internship/apprenticeship program will be taught all aspects of producing, recording and livestreaming virtual events. They will get hands-on instruction and experience, participating in pre-production meetings, pre-event site-surveys, run-of-show prep, event tech set-up, operation of cameras, video switcher, audio mixer, and streaming interface. Interested students can graduate to learning how to direct livestream/broadcast event coverage.

• Sound Mixing (monitoring and adjusting sound levels)

• Video Directing (selecting cameras for air)

• Providing tech support to speakers and moderators

• Post-Event Breakdown

• Dismantling and storing tech equipment

• Confirming all tech gear is accounted for

• Supporting post-event publication, archiving and file management

Qualifications & Skills

• Interest in tech, audio/visual production, or public service

• Basic understanding of camera and sound systems (training provided)

• Reliable, communicative, and team-oriented

• Able to lift equipment and work flexible hours (nights/weekends)

Time Commitment & Benefits

• Schedule: Event-based, mostly evenings/weekends

• Location: Community venues around Colorado Springs. School board forums are usually held at school district offices.

• Compensation: $100 (per event) stipend available

• Professional Perks: Real-world AV experience, Mentorship from event producers and League organizer, Exposure to civic and political processes, Networking with community leaders, Certificate of participation and letter of recommendation

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

1. Resume (including relevant experience or coursework)

2. Brief statement of interest (max. 300 words)

Email: lwvppr@gmail.com

Subject Line: Tech Intern Application – Shelly Roehrs

Application Deadline: 22 August 2025