Concert stage lit in pink and purple with LED video screens, designed by UpLight Technologies

2027 WINTER SEASON • LIVE EVENT INTERNSHIPS

BUILD REAL SHOWS

WORK REAL EVENTS.

LEARN UNDER PRESSURE

Hands on, live event production internships.

paid

day rate

PAID TRAVEL

REAL WORLD

EXPERIENCE

PATH TO

future WORK

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Want to help bring major events to life? At UpLight Technologies, we believe great productions start with great people, and we are currently hiring motivated interns for our winter cheer and dance competition tours.


This internship is designed to develop the next generation of live event technicians through real world experience, mentorship, and high standards, with the possibility of advancement and further employment for successful applicants.


Interns work directly alongside professional production teams building, and operating, touring audio, lighting, and LED video systems.

LOCATION

Nashville Based

+Travel

SCHEDULE

1-2 weeks

per month.

Event based.

COMPENSATION

Paid Day Rate

Paid Travel

Per Diem

REQUIREMENTS

18+

By Nov 1, 2026

Background

Check Required

UpLight Technologies crew loading lighting truss and rigging gear for a live event

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Want to help bring major events to life? At UpLight Technologies, we believe great productions start with great people, and we are currently hiring motivated interns for our winter cheer and dance competition tours.


This internship is designed to develop the next generation of live event technicians through real world experience, mentorship, and high standards, with the possibility of advancement and further employment for successful applicants.


Interns work directly alongside professional production teams building, and operating, touring audio, lighting, and LED video systems.

LOCATION

Nashville Based

+Travel

SCHEDULE

1-2 weeks

per month.

Event based.

COMPENSATION

Paid Day Rate

Paid Travel

Per Diem

REQUIREMENTS

18+

By Nov 1, 2026

Background

Check Required

UpLight Technologies crew loading lighting truss and rigging gear for a live event

WHAT YOU’LL ACTUALLY DO

Lighting technician operating a control console during a concert production by UpLight Technologies

LIGHTING SYSTEMS

LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Program and operate professional lighting systems and Avolites consoles.

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AUDIO SYSTEMS

Fly, tune, and operate PA systems and Behringer consoles

LED VIDEO

LED VIDEO

Build, program, and operate ROE, Brompton and INFiLED video systems.

SHOW OPERATIONS

SHOW OPERATIONS

Manage playback, RF systems, and live event transitions.

LOAD IN / LOAD OUT

LOAD IN / LOAD OUT

Build, strike, and truck pack full touring productions.

CLIENT INTERACTIONS

CLIENT INTERACTIONS

Interface with clients, coaches, and event staff.

WHAT YOU’LL ACTUALLY DO

Lighting technician operating a control console during a concert production by UpLight Technologies

LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Program and operate professional lighting systems and Avolites consoles.

AUDIO SYSTEMS

Fly, tune, and operate PA systems and Behringer consoles

LED VIDEO

Build, program, and operate ROE, Brompton and INFiLED video systems.

SHOW OPERATIONS

Manage playback, RF systems, and live event transitions.

LOAD IN / LOAD OUT

Build, strike, and truck pack full touring productions.

CLIENT INTERACTIONS

Interface with clients, coaches, and event staff.

THIS PROGRAM IS

Real Events

Real Responsibilities

Real Expectations

Physical Labor

THIS PROGRAM IS NOT

THIS PROGRAM

IS NOT

A classroom or observation program

A film, studio, or broadcast internship

A passive role

WHAT IS REQUIRED

Interest in live events (not studio, film, or broadcast)

Availability to travel for a week at a time

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Willingness to work long days

Ability to lift 50lbs

Ability to pass a background check

INTERESTED? THIS IS WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

INTERESTED?

THIS IS WHAT WE EXPECT

FROM YOU

PROFESSIONALISM

Arrive early and prepared

Follow direction from
Production Managers and Leads

Communicate clearly and respectfully

Respect crew, clients, and performers

Be polite with clean and appropriate attire

Absolutely no drugs or alcohol.

WORK ETHIC

Stay engaged throughout long days

Take initiative without overstepping

Support the team wherever needed

MINDSET

Be coachable

Be self motivated to learn and ask questions

Stay solutions oriented

Embrace the pace and pressure of live events

SAFETY FIRST

Follow all safety instructions at all times

Never operate equipment without approval and proper training

Use proper lifting techniques

Wear appropriate footwear and PPE as required

PATH FORWARD

Upon completion, successful interns may:

Be invited back for future tours

Join UpLight's freelance team

Be considered for long term employment and future advancement opportunities

UpLight Technologies branded semi-truck, "Elevate Everything," the Nashville event production company's touring fleet
UpLight Technologies branded semi-truck, "Elevate Everything," the Nashville event production company's touring fleet

READY TO BUILD

SOMETHING REAL?

If this sounds like a good fit,

we'd like to hear from you.

Illuminated LED number display rig at a live concert produced by UpLight Technologies