Seasonal Full-Time Audio Engineer (A1and A2)

Orlando Magic•Orlando, FL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Seasonal Full-Time position (40+ hrs/week for the 2026-2027 NBA season) with a start date targeted for August and an end date scheduled for roughly 2 weeks after the 2026-2027 Orlando Magic season ends. Broadcast Technology and Services (BTS) Seasonal Full Time Audio Engineer will be assisting the Lead Audio Engineer managing, maintaining and operating the in-arena sound system for various games/events. This role will serve as the A-1 for all Osceola Magic and Orlando Solar Bears games, the A-2 for Orlando Magic and back-up A-1 for Orlando Magic games. LOCATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KIA CENTER, AS GAME/EVENTS ARE HELD AT SILVER SPURS ARENA (OSCEOLA HERITAGE PARK), ADVENT HEALTH TRAINING CENTER, MAGIC CARPET AVIATION (ORLANDO AIRPORT), OUR BUSINESS OFFICE LOCATED DOWNTOWN AT CNL AND OTHER OFF-SITE MAGIC EVENTS.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge, proficiency and experience required in: Yamaha Digital Consoles, QSC control system, Dante Controller, In-house patching and routing, Shure wireless systems and workbench
Minimum of 5 years of front of house experience required.
Strong familiarity with analog and digital audio consoles and outboard audio processing equipment required.
Ability to work all Osceola Magic, Orlando Solar Bears, Orlando Magic home games plus a select number of non-Magic events. This includes the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends and be on-call as necessary based on the changing priorities of the department.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other related computer skills required.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure.
Strong organizational, verbal skills, time management skills and attention to detail required.
Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and support multiple high level executive positions.
Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative.
Ability to take direction without follow up.
Ability to work collaboratively with others whom you have no direct authority over.
Strong teamwork and team synergy skills required.
Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships.
Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills.
Availability and willingness to work extended hours, including nights and weekends and be on-call as necessary.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on the changing priorities of the department.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
Arena/Large Venue experience is a plus.
2 years of studio audio production experience preferred.
Adobe Suite, SMAART or other similar audio professional software experience strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of live sound principles, including mixing, equalization, and feedback control.

Responsibilities

Work closely with Lead Audio Engineer and Assistant Director of AV Services to establish all audio acquisition and playback procedures, protocols and workflows to ensure the highest level of quality and consistency for all installed or portable sound systems operated within the KIA Center.
Work as Audio Engineer (A1) for Solar Bears, Osceola Magic games at OHP, and cover Orlando Magic games as needed as A1 or A2 (Audio Assistant) position.
Assist in establishing all event audio set up/strike procedures.
Setup and strike all sizes of event setups including audio, but may include video, COM and courtside equipment
Execute small and large corporate conference AV setups throughout the venue
Provide technical support to Magic staff and clients on event and non-event days.
Responsible for coordinating and facilitating all event bowl and facility audio setups, sound checks, quality control protocols and system operations.
Coordinates with other part-time Audio Assistants (A2) for events.
Match technical equipment needs with required audio applications for a given game, event, or program.
Review equipment technical status regularly, to recommend and implement policy, procedure and development plans.
Assist Lead Audio Engineer and other BTS team members with project planning, coordination, daily maintenance and technical labor.
Work with the SFT Event AV Tech to help support events in hospitality AV spaces and advise on upkeep and technical issues.
Work with the Operation Technical Engineers (EIC) to maintain equipment and signal flow between the Video Control Room, Audio Production Booth and KIA Center audio system.
Coordinate all AV needs with Special Events staff to ensure consistent quality for all Magic and related business events and multiple facilities.
Advance and coordinate all AV needs with the Live Entertainment department, including any game day performances, musical acts, and presentations. Work with the Live Entertainment staff to ensure quality services for both the preforming artists and presenters.
Work with Radio Broadcast staff to advise and maintain audio production system for both home and away games
Work with Orlando Venues clients in coordination with the Lead Audio Engineer and Assistant Director of AV Services to ensure consistent and Legendary audio experiences for both event guests and the clients.
All other duties as assigned.