Assistant Audio Engineer (A2)

Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation•Medora, ND

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Audio Engineer ensures the sound and technical aspects of the Medora Musical operate efficiently. The role serves as the in-house audio engineer for the Medora Musical and for additional performances, concerts, and events, and consults on audio needs throughout town. Troubleshooting may be required at TRMF venues including Old Town Hall Theater, Town Square Showhall, Town Square Patio, Andrist Stage, Pitchfork Steak Fondue, and pop-up events. The position handles pre-show and post-show duties, including maintaining and repairing audio equipment. The role also supports customer service and event promotion by providing guests with accurate information about TRMF events and services. The Assistant Audio Engineer works as a sound or general technician, or as support staff, as assigned by the Theater Manager, and assists the Production Sound Designer/Lead Audio (A1) during Medora Musical performances. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The work takes place inside buildings, with travel between production spaces. It is full time, with shifts varying according to business and customer needs. Workdays may fall any day from Sunday through Saturday.

Requirements

Excellent verbal communication skills.
Ability to provide consistent, excellent customer service.
Reliability, punctuality, and readiness for every shift.
Ability to operate a sound board and sound equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot and fix audio equipment issues when needed.
Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

Previous guest service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Promote TRMF events and services by giving customers complete information and showing enthusiasm for the offerings.
Stay informed about Medora events and activities to provide accurate information to guests.
Work as a sound or general technician, or as support staff, as assigned by the Theater Manager.
Consult on audio needs throughout town.
Lead setup, maintenance, and audio troubleshooting at additional TRMF venues, performances, concerts, and events outside the Medora Musical.
Serve as the in-house audio engineer for the Amphitheater during additional performances, concerts, and events outside the Medora Musical.
Assist the Production Sound Designer/Lead Audio (A1) at Medora Musical performances.
Assist with, or lead, preseason installation and postseason strike of sound elements in all locations.
Perform Medora Musical pre-show and post-show duties as assigned by the A1 and Deck Manager.
Maintain cast and band microphones and monitors, and perform basic repairs on audio equipment.
Assist with wireless belt packs and microphones during performances as needed or directed by the A1.
Troubleshoot audio issues as needed.
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of Audio rooms and the Gazebo/Band Performance Area.
Follow BHA safety procedures and protocols and participate in workplace safety training.
Be available to work shifts at the Medora Musical and in other positions as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.