Overhire Event Sound Technician

Guthrie Theater • Minneapolis, MN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Overhire Sound Technician assists with the load in/out, operation, and rigging of sound equipment for Guthrie productions. The Head Sound Engineer schedules work assignments. The Guthrie employs Overhire staff on an as-needed basis which varies throughout the year based on the needs of each production or event. All Overhire positions may range in terms of both required experiences and length of commitment. All Overhire employees are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility. The Guthrie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an equitable environment that finds strength in diversity of identity, experience and perspective. We are dedicated to hiring and developing talented teams that are inclusive and welcoming to individuals with different backgrounds, thoughts, and abilities. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Experience programming and operating DiGiCo consoles (Dowling Studio).
• Experience programming and operating digital audio consoles (Non-Dowling Studio).
• Strong understanding of audio signal flow.
• Experience working with wireless microphone systems.
• Can utilize EQ to reduce feedback and improve clarity.
• Can work efficiently and adapt quickly as priorities shift.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Professional, respectful, and collaborative within the department and with related departments.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Receptive to direction and can implement feedback.
• Strong commitment to health and safety in the workplace.
• Can lift and hold 25 lbs.
• Can lift things overhead.
• Can maneuver the theater spaces with or without accommodations.
• Can stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Can work on an as-needed basis and can be scheduled based on the needs of the event.
• Experience with and commitment to working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, including but not limited to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, family and/or marital status, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, body size/type, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
• Resume submission

Responsibilities

• Assists with the load in/out, operation, and rigging of sound equipment for Guthrie productions.
• Programming and operating DiGiCo consoles (Dowling Studio).
• Programming and operating digital audio consoles (Non-Dowling Studio).
• Working with wireless microphone systems.
• Utilizing EQ to reduce feedback and improve clarity.
• Working efficiently and adapting quickly as priorities shift.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Being professional, respectful, and collaborative within the department and with related departments.
• Being punctual and reliable.
• Being receptive to direction and implementing feedback.
• Committing to health and safety in the workplace.
• Lifting and holding 25 lbs.
• Lifting things overhead.
• Maneuvering the theater spaces with or without accommodations.
• Standing and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Working on an as-needed basis and being scheduled based on the needs of the event.
• Working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective.

Benefits

• Sick Time: One hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked (in concurrence with the Minneapolis and State of Minnesota Sick and Safe Time requirements).
• Subsidized passes for Metro Transit buses and trains
• Discounted pre-tax monthly ramp parking
• Discounted bike locker rental
• Complimentary Tickets: To Guthrie productions
• Discounted Tickets: To all shows produced by the Guthrie and to some performances hosted by the Guthrie
• Discounts to Guthrie classes and camps
• Wellness Program
• Guthrie Store discount
• Affinity Groups

What This Job Offers

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