Student Audio Engineer

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

2d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a technically skilled Student Audio Engineer to support the recording and mixing of live performances for the AfroRoots Series. This role is critical to ensuring professional-grade audio for each AfroRoots performance. This position will work closely with the production team to deliver clean, balanced soundtracks that sync seamlessly with video footage. The AfroRoots Series is an intimate concert series that takes place bi-monthly in the Africana Studies Center, featuring performances in music and musical theater. Students prepare a 20-minute set of songs and repertoire that ranges across the African Diaspora, showcasing a profound sense of Black creative expression and Black excellence.

Requirements

Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
Federal Work Study student may apply.
In good disciplinary standing.
Must be located in the U.S.
Working knowledge of audio recording, microphones, mixers, etc.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to audio quality
Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience in recording live music performances is preferred

Responsibilities

Set up and operate audio recording equipment during AfroRoots performances & select events
Conduct a sound check before each AfroRoots show.
Record individual audio channels for each band member (vocals, instruments, etc.)
Mix and balance multi-track audio recordings for post-production video sync
Assess and communicate audio equipment needs for each show in advance
Coordinate with artists and AfroRoots production crew to ensure smooth audio setup
Maintain and deliver audio files promptly
Troubleshoot any technical issues during the AfroRoots show
Participate in AfroRoots-related promotional events
Assist with breaking down & setting up the room on show day