Splash Training Program

Guest Services Team

Students greet and welcome guests to Splash of LA and provide them with an overview of the program, resources, and interactive activities available. They are available to answer any questions attendees may have, and are supervised by adult volunteers who are trained in emergency response, de-escalation, and first-aid in case these responses are necessary. The Welcome Team also hosts a station where they provide face masks, sunblock, water, and snacks to remind attendees to stay cool and hydrated. Students learn the importance of being hospitable and caring for the audience.

Sound Production and Performance Teams 

Led by the Kid City Music Program, students are responsible for curating all live performances for Splash of LA. The team hosts auditions, coordinates performers and performances, and familiarizes themselves with audio equipment & stage management. They also select two students to MC the festival and create the program script and run of show. The Team also is in charge of procuring the playlist to play during intermissions.

Set-up & Logistics Team

Students in this team create the set-up map for the festival with the Splash Program Coordinator. They take into consideration the weather and local news to determine the optimal tent and station set-ups for each team and activity. Students reach out to volunteers to support each team and coordinate their schedules and assignments for the day-of. Students also reach out to local leaders, including LA District 9 Council Member Curren D. Price, Jr. and their local State Assemblymember, for logistical support to host and welcome the public event. Students learn to coordinate staff and volunteers, to understand logic behind floor plans, and create contingencies for a production.

Interactive Activities & Experience Team

Students design and produce arts & interactive activities that engage youth and festival attendees. Members conceptualize activities, such as tie-dying and giant jenga, and procure materials and tools for making and facilitating them. The team tests the activities for safety and resolves any technical issues prior to facilitating it for attendees. They coordinate roles with peer facilitators and support each other in problem-solving during the festival and its planning process.

Community Resources Team

Students spearhead outreach efforts to bring community resources and college representatives to the festival to meet local students, families, and community members. The team conducts research on resources and services sought by community members, correspond with community partners via email and phone, and follow up and confirm Splash of LA participation. Additionally, students collect relevant information and logos from participating partners to include them on Splash of LA marketing material. 

By connecting with and hosting community organizations and partners at the festival, students learn about diverse resources and services available in Los Angeles, and they learn to create valuable partnerships that are valuable to Kid City, Splash of LA, and their local community.

Sponsorship Team

Students oversee communication with sponsors and coordinate the annual Splash of LA Raffle. Members conduct outreach and cultivate relationships with local businesses and corporations for sponsorship requests and in-kind donations – a great introduction to public-private partnerships. This team prepares letter correspondence for sponsors and press releases to thank and recognize Splash of LA sponsors.

Marketing & Publicity Team

Students are in charge of getting the word out as much as possible! The team leads all advertisement efforts for Splash of LA, including the creative and design process for posters, digital fliers, and social media content and campaigns. Students are tasked with posting and passing out flyers within their communities and the neighborhood surrounding Kid City. Additionally, this team creates the program pamphlet for the day of the festival and works closely with other Splash Teams to create any posters needed for the day-of! Students learn about social media management & strategies, content creation, and the importance of knowing the audience.

Craft Services Team 

This team takes on responsibility for identifying food vendors for Splash of LA. Students plan on the kinds of vendors they would like to see at the festival, and must take into consideration food allergies and restrictions while also keeping in mind food that is widely favored by community members. They determine prices for the food and create promotional materials and the menu for vendors.