Student Audio Engineer

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Audio Engineer supports the recording and mixing of live performances for the AfroRoots Series, an intimate concert series held bi-monthly in the Africana Studies Center. The series features music and musical theater performances, with student performers presenting repertoire from across the African Diaspora. The engineer works closely with the production team to deliver clean, balanced, professional-grade audio that syncs with video footage. Duties include operating recording equipment, conducting sound checks, recording individual audio channels, mixing recordings for post-production, coordinating audio needs, maintaining files, troubleshooting during shows, and assisting with room setup and breakdown. The role also participates in AfroRoots-related promotional events. AfroRoots shows are scheduled for September 16, September 30, October 14, October 28, November 18, and December 2, from approximately 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. The hourly rate is $16.97. To participate in Berklee Student Employment, applicants must be current students 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 (with a summer enrollment exception for students pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester); have a valid U.S. Social Security number; maintain valid visa status where applicable; have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (first-semester students may work before receiving an official GPA); be in good disciplinary standing; and be located in the U.S. Federal Work Study students may apply.

Requirements

Must be a current student.
Working knowledge of audio recording, microphones, mixers, and related equipment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to audio quality.
Reliable, organized, and able to work independently.
Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
Must meet Berklee Student Employment eligibility requirements: be enrolled at least half-time in an eligible program (subject to the stated summer exception), have a valid U.S. Social Security number, maintain valid visa status as applicable, meet the GPA requirement or qualify for the first-semester exception, be in good disciplinary standing, and be located in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience recording live music performances is preferred.
Federal Work Study students may apply.

Responsibilities

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