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Producer Apprenticeship

Austin, TX • 3–6 Months • Professional Studio Experience

Step Into the Studio See the Gear & Skills

Most production training happens in classrooms with outdated equipment.
This is different.

You'll work in a professional dual-set production space with equipment most students don't see until they land on a broadcast truck. This isn't theory. It's hands-on training with real responsibility, real shows, and real producer credits you can use to launch your career.

What This Actually Is

10 hours per week across two days in our Austin studio. You'll train on professional gear while helping produce actual shows that go live. This is a 3–6 month unpaid apprenticeship with real mentorship and the chance to build a portfolio that sets you apart.

Bonus: For the right person, housing support may be available.

“When I started producing, what I missed most was having people in the room. This apprenticeship is about energy—collaborating, experimenting, and learning the craft together.” — Duey Evans, The Performance Architect

The Studio

Our production facility is designed for flexibility—from single-person shoots to multi-camera interview setups, with room to expand for larger productions. You'll train on broadcast-quality equipment in real production environments.

Video Systems

  • 3 Blackmagic Studio 6K Pro cameras
  • 2 Panasonic BGH1 cameras
  • PTZOptics expandable camera system
  • Panasonic AU-EVA1
  • Teleprompter setup

Routing & Switching

  • Blackmagic 20×20 Video Hub
  • ATEM Constellation 2M/E
  • ATEM Television Studio HD8
  • ATEM Mini Pro
  • Atomos Sumo 19se

Audio & Graphics

  • Focusrite Clarett Pre8
  • Behringer X32 Compact + stage box
  • vMix graphics integration
  • ProPresenter system
  • 2 Mac Minis + support laptops

What You'll Actually Learn

This isn't just button-pushing. You'll understand the thinking behind professional production decisions and develop the judgment that separates technicians from producers.

  • Multi-Camera Live Switching: Real-time decision-making under pressure with professional ATEM systems
  • Complex Signal Routing: Managing video feeds across multiple destinations and formats
  • Live Graphics Integration: Seamless overlay systems using vMix and ProPresenter
  • Professional Audio Management: Live sound mixing, EQ, and broadcast audio standards
  • Storytelling with Technology: How technical choices serve narrative goals

What You Get Beyond Training

  • Producer Credits: Your name on shows you help create—real portfolio material
  • Professional Reel: Actual content showcasing your production skills
  • Studio Access: Record your own video podcast using professional equipment
  • Housing Option: For the right fit, housing support during the apprenticeship
  • Industry Connections: Direct access to our professional network

Ready to Apply?

Send a quick note that includes:

  • Your background (school, projects, or relevant experience)
  • Why you're interested in live production
  • Any experience you have (everything counts—OBS, film class, Twitch, etc.)
  • Your availability and timeline
Apply by Email DM on Facebook

Prefer to talk first?

📧 [email protected]

or

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This apprenticeship opens its doors to one creative, curious person who wants to learn the craft of live production. If that's you, we want to hear from you.