Video And Audio Production Internship BES Green Screen Studios

Video And Audio Production Internship BES Green Screen Studios

THE BIG EPIC SHOW, the comical hip-hop variety show for kids, is now accepting applicants who have a passion for doing video and audio production in a green screen studio.

About THE BIG EPIC SHOW

THE BIG EPIC SHOW, based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the comical hip-hop variety show for kids that entertains toddlers to teens with live hip- hop performances, puppets, special effects, banana suits, costumed characters, and the BIG EPIC Dance Contest!

BES is a national touring kids band who performs for and is highly revered by PBS, Mall of America, Children’s Hospital, Make-a-Wish, large festivals, schools, and parks in the Midwest and nationally.

In 2020, THE BIG EPIC SHOW launched BES Studios, the green screen studio that now produces world-wide children's digital content, Kid Talk With Banana Girl, music videos from the BES latest albums, and more.

Their first album "MAKE IT EPIC” includes 11 tracks of humorous and empowering lyrics about everything from fruit snacks, pets, to talking bananas, veggies, fist pumping, and being proud of who you are. Listen to the album online at www.thebigepicshow.com/music.

Current Projects And Initiatives

• Kid Talk With Banana Girl and spin off content - Kids TV Show (will release in 2021)
• Pre-recorded promotional videos for prestigious organizations internationally such as MN Adopt
• BIG EPIC Online World Tour with LIVE monthly performances
• Launch of Event Sponsorship And Advertising Department for monetization of online shows and BES digital content
• Worldwide promotion of the "MAKE IT EPIC" Album and next albums, fan funding initiatives, and the official swag line
• Production of BES Dance-A-Long and Music Videos

• Recording of the next BES and Miss Cherice Albums (winter 2021)

• National (In-Person) Tour 2021 (Omaha, NE is booked, booking will resume pending COVID)

Overview Of Internship

(See below for detailed descriptions of each departmental roles: Music Business, Creative, Administrative)

BES is onboarding an EPIC Dream Team of ambitious, creative, and business-oriented professionals who want adventure, fun, and limitless creative and professional growth.

THE BIG EPIC SHOW Internship Program is a rigorous program that will expand your current skill sets and teach you valuable entrepreneurial skills for your future endeavors.

This dynamic role will be a mix of on set/on site shoots of 7-10 hours in length 1-2 times per week (on a busy week depending on the BES Project Workload), editing time (up to 10 hours per week), weekly meetings (1.5 hours total), an estimated minimum 15-20 hours per week with the option to request your own hours and schedule.

*Minimum 6 month commitment with the ability to adjust your hours and re-up your internship

*BES partners with large prestigious organizations who hire BES for big creative projects. BES is looking for professionals who do well with finishing projects quickly under pressure and of the highest quality, professionals who can take quick direction from leads, and like interacting with all types of people, talent, and kids content.

Video Production Role Responsibilities

BES is now accepting applications for The BES Video Production And Creative Internship for BES Projects and Initiatives. This is a rigorous, high pressure position for students and recent graduates who are well-trained in live and pre-recorded video production and editing in a green screen studio setting (as well as on the stage), who are looking for additional creative and technical experience.

• Assemble and operate lighting/computer/camera/audio at BES Green Screen Studio, ensuring the best quality, for live streaming events, performances, and pre-recorded video shoots
• Edit videos, adding backgrounds/effects/transitions
• Work with venues and clients on project specifications, upload, and share before deadlines
• Attend rehearsals, workshops, and meetings to plan upcoming BES creative projects
• Potentially write content for/produce/record/edit/publish/promote BES creative content
• Potentially write and direct BES Music Videos and other Creative Content
• Direct a team of interns
• Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks needed for projects

Video Production Specific Qualifications

• Fluent in many types of video production equipment and software specific to a green screen studio and live streaming: OBS, lav mics Cannon camera, web cameras, green screen lighting technique, Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut, iMovie, iMac.
• Familiar with audio production a plus: live audio mixers, cables, speakers, connecting handheld and headset mics, and be able to troubleshoot problems with equipment and software (BES uses Sure mics, Alto 12 Channel Mixer and Mackie Mixers, high speed iMac, 15" EV Speakers, iTunes, DJay Pro, and Logic)

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Audio Production/Stage Manager Internship Role Responsibilities

BES is now accepting applications for The BES Audio Engineer and Stage Management Internship for BES Projects and Initiatives. This is a rigorous, high pressure position for students and recent graduates who are well-trained in live and post audio production and editing, who are looking for additional creative experience in a green screen studio.

• Online shows and video shoots: Set up sound equipment (lavs/shotgun/boom mics), run sound check, mix sound to the highest quality, cue music, and supervise cast and crew to ensure the stage/set is assembled with precision (you may potentially be in the shot as well or fill in as an intro emcee, puppet character or costumed character if needed)
• Collaborate with the video production team to ensure that sound, video, and lighting are tested and ready to go for recordings and performances
• Be another set of eyes for the set, tend to the green screen, check makeup, props, costumes
• In-person shows: Load/unload equipment, assemble stage/sound/lighting, mix music live, engage with the fans, speak on mic occasionally, cue BES live show music, and DJ post-show music, ensuring that all transitions are done smoothly, perform easy dance moves, engage audience, and do a cast meet-and-greet after the show, load/unload equipment.
• Breakdown, clean, maintain green screen, and equipment
• Potentially write jingles, lyrics, produce beats, edit sound for multiple BES Projects
• Potentially write, record, edit album music for multiple BES Projects
• Potentially write scripts, sketches for Kid Talk With Banana Girl and additional promotional content and advertisements

Audio Engineer Specific Qualifications

• Fluent in many types of live audio mixers, cables, speakers, connecting handheld and headset mics, and be able to troubleshoot problems with equipment and software (BES uses Sure mics, Alto 12 Channel Mixer and Mackie Mixers, high speed iMac, 15" EV Speakers, iTunes, DJay Pro, and Logic). Being familiar with Adobe Premiere, OBS, Cannon Cameras, web cameras, and other video production software and equipment is a plus
• Fluent in video production equipment and software a plus: OBS, lav mics Cannon camera, web cameras, green screen lighting technique, Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut, iMovie, iMac.

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• General Qualifications For Both Positions*

• Extremely prompt, polished professional skills, great follow-through, and ability to solve problems and think logically on the spot under high pressure situations
• Ability to lift 60 lbs, no sensitivity to strobe lights
• Top-notch communication skills
• Ability to handle high pressure situations
• Stable but flexible schedule, can set up consistent hours and add occasional events for Kid Talk and BES Events
• Ability to take feedback very well, doer, logical thinker, but has polished people skills
• Leader/very independent/self-starter/does not need a lot of supervision
• Ideally familiar/loves social media/SEO/website building
• Familiarity in promoting events/bands
• Team player
• Go-getter/foresees challenges ahead of time and finds solutions
• Detail oriented and thinks ahead
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Positive, and professional demeanor
• Likes kids, families, and music
• Comfortable in handling sensitive information
• Fast and reliable laptop (BES uses Mac but not required)
• No criminal background
• Valid Driver's License, owns reliable vehicle, and valid car insurance
• Completely self-directed and well organized
• Comfortable with technology and social media: BES uses Wix website builder, Evernote, Teams (for communication and video chat), Google Gmail/Drive/Cal/Spreadsheets, Quickbooks Accounting, Cash App, iMovie, Logic, iTunes, DJ Pro, OBS, Facebook/Youtube Live, Adobe Suite, Cannon Camera, Green Screen Studio Located In Bloomington, MN, Mackie and Alto Mixers, EV 15” PA System, Sure Mics

* Minimum 6 month commitment 10-20 hours per week with the ability to flex your hours up and down as needed

Job Types: Part-time, Internship

Pay: $0.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must wear masks and maintain social distancing at all times.

Work Location:

• One location

Internship Compensation:

• College Credit

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Company's website:

• www.thebigepicshow.com

Company's Facebook page:

• www.facebook.com/thebigepicshow

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place