Tech 25 Carrick Ave Offering New Teen Program
Audio Basics Teen Apprentice Program
For more information email jordan@tech25.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tech 25 Carrick Ave is offering youth 15-19 an opportunity to get paid training in the Event Industry. We are looking for the right students interested in working in live events and stage productions. This program is great for those interested in hands-on experience and growing their knowledge of Beat making, LiveSound, Studio Recording, DJing and Event Production.
Starting Nov 29th we are hosting monthly sessions (4 weeks and a total of 16-20 training hours) in Audio Basics. We will provide students with a fundamental understanding of signal flow, how a mixer works, and how we hear music. These fundamental skills will allow you to start a career in the event industry.
Students who attend all sessions and complete the Audio Basics Exam will receive a $200 stipend and be eligible for the Live Sound 1 Program. Audio Basics launches November 29 and will run monthly through May of 2022. We have room for 6 trainees per month.
Upon graduation the students will gain access to additional paid training in our space, leading to job opportunities in the Pittsburgh area and admission into our Youth Sound Crew. The three stages of youth programing are as follows:
1.Audio Basics Training
2.Live Sound 1 Training
3.Youth Sound Crew employment
4.Production company employment
When: Mondays and Wednesdays from 4pm – 6pm starting November 29th
Where: 25 Carrick Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15210
No experience needed! Application available at TECH25.org
PROGRAM GOALS
- Physical setup of a basic PA system and stage
- Fundamental understanding of how electricity work
- Sound gear and placement (stage plots/input lists/technical riders)
- How to run a show
- Run a frequency sweep (frequency numbers and what frequencies to remove in a show)
MORE INFO ABOUT 25 Carrick/Tech 25
Our mission is to provide entry level opportunities for youth and adults interested in working in the Event Production and Entertainment Technology Industry. What does that mean? Through our corporate partnerships with HearCorp and other regional performing arts institutions, we can train and place people in jobs that pay a livable wage.
