Assistant Lead Sound Technician- A3

Strathmore • North Bethesda, MD

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About The Position

The Assistant Lead Sound Technician – A3 works in the audio discipline, on a per-call hourly basis, to support the work of the Lead Sound Technician, and the Assistant Lead Sound Technician – A2, and the goals/objectives of the Strathmore Operations and Production department. There might be occasions where the Assistant Lead Sound Technician – A3, will sub for the Lead Sound Technician, and/or the Assistant Lead Sound Technician – A2. This position reports to (in priority order): Lead Sound Technician, Production Stage Manager, Vice President of Operations. A background in technical theatre and in the production of a wide spectrum of events, as well as a knowledge of typical performing venues’ sound systems, including a variety of microphones and techniques, house and monitor mixing consoles, and routine care, maintenance, and security of same. Daytime, evening time and weekend hours. Hours vary based on need.

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in technical theatre and in the production of a wide spectrum of events.
• Demonstrated knowledge of: performing venue’s sound systems; microphones; house and monitor mixing consoles, and routine care, maintenance and security of sound systems, microphones, and house/monitor mixing consoles.
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player and to maintain calm demeanor in face of intense demands or hectic schedule.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest in, and knowledge of, the performing arts.
• Must be able to lift 20lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Sound Technician, and/or the Assistant Lead Sound Technician – A2, in the following manner to: a) coordinate with artistic directors, and others, to determine the sound needs of each show
• assist in the selection of appropriate equipment, and to set up, test and operate or supervise the operation of said equipment, including the placement and adjustment of microphones as needed
• balance levels between dialogue, music and other sound effects and engineer the show as required
• coordinate rental equipment (not in-house inventory) in consultation with artist, touring sound systems engineers, promoter and Production Stage Manager as appropriate
• be aware of all applicable safe sound limits and regulations, and, f) maintain and assist in the operation of Education Center and Comcast Lounge sound equipment if it interfaces with the Music Center equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed