About
The Hart House A/V Tech Mentorship Program provides youth the opportunity to gain practical experience with different careers in the audio/visual field while earning a stipend (payment) for their commitment. Audio-Visual (AV) technicians set up, operate, and maintain multimedia equipment for events.
The A/V Tech Mentorship Program aims to:
Host 9 hours of hands-on workshop learning on topics like audio, video, and lighting.
Connect youth to immersive learning opportunities related to audio-visual programming at Hart House.
Offer career exploration, and provide sector-relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
Provide a barrier-free experience for participants.
Provide mentorship under the guidance of an experienced mentor in the field.
Registration is closed!
- Danielle Dinunzio
Manager, Community Access & Outreach
.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 416-978-0691
FAQs
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Who can apply?
Youth ages 16-18 who identify with one or more of the following groups are strongly encouraged to apply: Indigenous youth, Black youth, Racialized youth, Queer youth, Muslim youth who identify as women, Non-binary and Trans youth.
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When will this take place?
Sessions will take place during March Break on March 11, March 12, and March 13 from 1pm-4pm. Each session is different, and it is expected that participants attend all three sessions.
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Where will the sessions take place?
Sessions will be hosted in-person in the Debates Room at Hart House, located on the downtown University of Toronto Campus. For directions to Hart House, please click here.
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What is the commitment?
A/V Tech Mentees are expected to commit to and complete approximately 16 apprenticeship hours. This includes the three workshop sessions and attending additional immersive learning opportunities that invite mentees into audio/visual-related programming at Hart House.
Mentees will be expected to complete all necessary accompanying materials provided during programming, including post-program reflections and surveys.
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What is the pay & hours?
Mentees will receive $250.00 as a one-time payment upon completion of the above commitments at the end of the program.
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How do I apply?
To indicate interest, please complete our online form here. We suggest writing your responses in Word or a Google Doc first and then copying & pasting it into the online form for submission.
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What is the deadline?
The application form will close on February 21, 2024.
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What happens after I apply?
A review of applications will take place starting on February 22, 2024. Selected candidates will be contacted shortly after.
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I still have questions, who can I speak to?
Please contact [email protected] by email.
Learn more about Hart House Youth Access programs on our website.