We’re proud to be a VOX Host Venue for the Venue Operations eXperience (VOX) — a workforce development program for people interested in careers in live entertainment venues. The 2026 program will focus on Digital Marketing and Live Production (sound and lighting). The program offers education, mentorship and hands-on experience through paid intern hours inside independent venues. Apply HERE by February 22, 2026.
Washington’s is dedicated to advancing the skills and expertise of Colorado-based individuals in live concert operations and production. We aim to increase opportunities associated with sustainable careers in the industry, while continuing to elevate the overall capabilities of the regional scene.
Currently, we are partnering with the National Independent Venue Foundation (NIVF) to support their Workforce Development Sessions. These sessions are open to all interested individuals; upcoming session info can be found here https://www.nivf.org/virtual-training
Past NIVF sessions are archived here https://www.nivassoc.org/foundation
Washington’s is participating in the VOX program for 2026. For more information on this program, please visit https://www.nivf.org/vox
For questions or more information on Washington’s Workforce Development programs, please contact: workforcedevelopment@washingtonsfoco.com.
Past Workshops in Fort Collins:
- Introduction to Live Stage Production – A four-part, hands-on workshop led by industry professionals to provide insight and education to help participants to gain skills necessary to work as a stagehand at performing arts venues. Several participants were hired locally in a stage production capacity following this workshop.
- Insider Look at Producing, Recording and Mixing Live Music for Visual Media – Dig into live music production in the television broadcasting industry with renowned producer and engineer, Fred Archambault. NI