Live Event Audio Engineer (A1/A2)
Role Overview
Step into the world of live events where your technical skills shape unforgettable experiences. As an Audio Engineer (A1/A2), you’ll play a hands-on role in making sure every production sounds its best while working alongside top industry talent. This is a flex position with variable hours and will work as needed according to business needs. Occasional early, late, or event-based support may be required.
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Summary
Step into the world of live events where your technical skills shape unforgettable experiences. As an Audio Engineer (A1/A2), you’ll play a hands-on role in making sure every production sounds its best while working alongside top industry talent. This is a flex position with variable hours and will work as needed according to business needs. Occasional early, late, or event-based support may be required.
What You’ll Do
Collaborate with the director, sound designer, producer, or client to understand what every production needs when it comes to sound.
Mix audio for both streaming and live audiences so everything sounds top-notch.
Prepare, organize, and manage handheld microphones as needed.
Follow the run-of-show document to make sure the show runs smoothly.
Work closely with other crew members to help execute audio elements before and during shows.
Run rehearsals with performers and the artistic production team, setting up equipment and updating cue sheets as needed.
Take direction from the stage manager or show caller to hit every cue just right.
Perform sound checks before every performance to guarantee the audio is dialed in.
Test all playback elements to make sure they work properly for the show.
Select and deploy the right technical sound equipment to fit the production’s needs.
Note: This job description is not designed to list every possible duty or responsibility. Duties and activities may be added or changed at any time with or without notice.
What You Bring
- Proficiency with audio mixing tools and consoles, especially the ISSL Live L100 Audio Desk and Shure Wireless Workbench.
- Ability to program and operate mixers, microphones, and other audio gear with skill and confidence.
- Good understanding of audio transport standards like Dante, MADI, and Twinlane.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all kinds of people, from talent to producers and directors.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Hours and Schedule
Flexible work schedule
Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as required by production
Work Environment
On-site
Will sometimes work outdoors and in various weather conditions
Travel
Travel to project sites is required
Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Qualifications
- Proficiency with audio mixing tools and consoles, especially the ISSL Live L100 Audio Desk and Shure Wireless Workbench.
- Ability to program and operate mixers, microphones, and other audio gear with skill and confidence.
- Good understanding of audio transport standards like Dante, MADI, and Twinlane.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all kinds of people, from talent to producers and directors.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Hours and Schedule
- Flexible work schedule
- Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as required by production
- Work Environment
- On-site
- Will sometimes work outdoors and in various weather conditions
- Travel
- Travel to project sites is required
- Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the director, sound designer, producer, or client to understand what every production needs when it comes to sound.
- Mix audio for both streaming and live audiences so everything sounds top-notch.
- Prepare, organize, and manage handheld microphones as needed.
- Follow the run-of-show document to make sure the show runs smoothly.
- Work closely with other crew members to help execute audio elements before and during shows.
- Run rehearsals with performers and the artistic production team, setting up equipment and updating cue sheets as needed.
- Take direction from the stage manager or show caller to hit every cue just right.
- Perform sound checks before every performance to guarantee the audio is dialed in.
- Test all playback elements to make sure they work properly for the show.
- Select and deploy the right technical sound equipment to fit the production’s needs.
- Note: This job description is not designed to list every possible duty or responsibility. Duties and activities may be added or changed at any time with or without notice.
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