FHASS-Exclusive Internship: Film Festival Audio-Visual Technician Internship
Closing Date: 02/12/2026

Please note: this internship is only available to current students registered on a degree scheme in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Lancaster University.  If you apply for this role the information within your application will be shared with the recruiting organisation. 

The Bay International Film Festival (TBIFF) is a not-for-profit company established in 2023 to promote independent cinema and cultural exchange in Morecambe Bay. We organise an annual international film festival featuring diverse films from the UK and around the world, alongside Q&A sessions, workshops, and community events. Our primary mission is to provide access to cinema for all members of society, regardless of socio-economic background, through free tickets and community screenings. Operating with charitable and educational purposes at our core, we aim to foster cultural understanding, support local youth through media training programmes, and establish Morecambe as a recognised hub for independent cinema in the North West. 

Join The Bay International Film Festival team as Audio-Visual Technician Intern and gain hands-on experience in event production and screening operations. This role offers gaining practical skills in technical setup, equipment management, and venue setup coordination for our upcoming festival running from 29 January to 7 February 2027. You'll work alongside our experienced team to ensure smooth operations across multiple screening venues in Morecambe, while developing valuable skills in live event production, problem-solving, and professional equipment handling. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in event production, technical theatre, film exhibition, or festival management. Must be based in or within commuting distance of Morecambe, Lancashire. 

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive hands-on training in professional film festival production and technical operations
•  Experience working with projection and sound equipment
•  Mentorship from festival team and technical professionals
•  Networking opportunities with filmmakers and industry professionals
•  Packed lunches and refreshments provided during long festival days
•  Free access to festival screenings
•  Valuable addition to your CV/portfolio in the creative industries sector

Pre-Festival (Preparation Phase, w/c 11 January)

•  Support the technical team in testing projection, and sound before the festival
•  Assist with creating technical running orders for short film programmes
•  Prepare computers for the screenings and preparing beforehand for solving the problems which might arise during screenings 

During Festival (30 January - 7 February 2026, specified days/times)

•  Support daily technical setup and pack-down of equipment (screen, projector, speakers, microphones) across 3 festival venues
•  Assist with sound checks and projection tests before screenings
•  Help troubleshoot basic technical issues during events (with festival team support)
•  Assist with managing technical aspects of Q&A sessions, including microphone setup and sound levels
•  Help maintain equipment inventory and condition throughout the festival
•  Assist with coordinating technical aspects of special events (workshops, networking events, awards ceremony) 

Essential Requirements:

• Based in Morecambe or within reasonable commuting distance (Lancaster, Carnforth, Heysham, or surrounding areas)
•  Available for preparation week (w/c 11 January 2027 on campus Lancaster University) and festival days (Morecambe)
•  Physically able to lift and move equipment safely (with training provided)
•  Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think quickly under pressure
•  Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
•  Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
•  Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
•  Willingness to learn and take direction
•  Flexibility to work long hours, including evenings during festival weekends
•  Good computer literacy and comfort working with digital files 

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Previous experience with AV equipment (working with projectors or screening equipment)
•  Basic understanding of sound and projection systems
•  Experience with video file formats and playback software
•  Familiarity with troubleshooting common computer/playback issues
•  Interest in film, cinema, or live events
•  Experience volunteering at events or festivals
•  Knowledge of health and safety practices around equipment
•  Understanding of audio equipment setup and microphone management 

Working in this role will help develop the following skills and experience:

• Collaboration
• Multi-Tasking
• Organisation
  
• Flexibility
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork

You are required to submit a cover letter to support your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Please note: Unless specified otherwise in the advert wording, this role is only open to individuals living in the UK.

Under the terms of this work, we endeavour to provide the advertised number of hours however, hours are not guaranteed and that work may cease if there is a fall in demand. 

Adverts that display a closing date should be treated as a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.