Audio Technician

Smosh • Los Angeles, CA

5d • $75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Smosh is seeking a versatile audio professional to strengthen and support production. The Audio Technician will be responsible for capturing high-quality sound across channels and projects. This role flexes between serving as the primary Sound Mixer (A1) and supporting as an A2 when the need arises. In addition to on-set audio capture, the Audio Technician will assist in maintaining audio systems and equipment, supporting infrastructure, and will collaborate with the Director of Audio to develop effective strategies for projects ranging from recurring studio content to live events and tentpole productions.

Requirements

• Demonstrate deep knowledge of production audio equipment, workflows, and industry best practices while maintaining exceptional sound quality.
• Seamlessly transition between lead (A1) and support (A2) roles while adjusting to changing production priorities, schedules, and technical requirements.
• Maintain well-organized equipment, documentation, and workflows to ensure productions run efficiently with minimal technical disruption.
• Quickly identify and resolve technical issues on set while remaining calm under pressure.
• Work cross-functionally with Production, Camera, and IT & Equipment teams to execute each production's creative and technical vision.
• Consistently monitor audio quality, equipment performance, metadata, and file organization to ensure accuracy from production through post-production.

Nice To Haves

• Dante Certification.
• Experience with console-based live sound mixing.
• Knowledge of audio post-production workflows.
• Scissor lift certification or operating experience.
• Soldering and basic equipment repair skills.
• Advanced experience with RF coordination and wireless audio systems.

Responsibilities

• Record, monitor, and mix production sound for studio, location, livestream, and tentpole productions, serving as either the A1 or A2 based on production needs.
• Manage timecode, metadata, and audio file organization to support a smooth handoff to post-production.
• Keep equipment ready for production.
• Organize, test, and maintain audio equipment and accessories.
• Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with rigging, technical setup, and Dante network support.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during production.
• Participate in pre-production meetings to help determine audio needs, recommend capture strategies, and identify equipment requirements for each production.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of production sound equipment, RF coordination, wireless systems, digital audio workflows, and emerging technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed