Supervisor, Sound PA/Emerson Stage

Emerson College • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Join our community and experience Emerson College ! The Sound Supervisor reports to the Production Manager, Performing Arts/Emerson Stage. This role will oversee all sound applications within the productions designed and produced for Emerson Stage & the Department of Performing Arts. As needed, the Sound Supervisor will serve as Audio Head or Sound Designer on productions. This position will also independently teach audio skills to students and supervise & train student designers to ensure successful production outcomes across various events & productions. This position involves close collaboration with the other production department heads and Emerson students. The Sound Supervisor will support the production department with audio needs by identifying, developing and implementing systems & workflows to maintain a safe and highly efficient operation in our fast-paced, but educational program. This is a 10-month position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Sound Design and/or Production required
• 3-5 years of live audio experience required, preferably at an institution of higher learning
• Experience managing, instructing and supervising production teams required
• 2-4 years instructing students in the field or in a classroom setting required
• 2-4 years using, in a professional capacity, QLab, Dante or other relevant audio software

Nice To Haves

• OSHA30 Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Meet the needs of each production in consultation with the Production Manager and Director of Theatre Operations as well as the other department heads
• Instruct and supervise students engaged in co-curricular production work, various class labs, or working as student employees
• Instruct and supervise all students assigned as Production Audio positions for all productions of the Emerson Stage season working as part of the sound team to order, load, hang, cable, patch, program, troubleshoot, run and strike all sound elements of a production
• Train students on industry-standard safety protocols
• Collaborate with faculty & staff to support the sound design and audio needs for productions in support of the curriculum and/or productions
• Work closely with Office of the Arts staff about uses of in-house equipment rental deliveries/pick-up and uses of theatre spaces
• Act as the expert in the field of audio/sound, overseeing students of Emerson College’s department of performing arts and on the Emerson Stage productions
• Accurately execute the sound design as set by the sound designer during technical rehearsals; Replicate this design accurately and ensure consistency throughout the show’s run
• Maintain accurate paperwork for each production including sound plots and cue sheets
• Program and operate computers and digital mixing consoles
• Coordinate and manage the load in and out of sound equipment for all shows and events
• Attend rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and production meetings as needed, and respond to notes given throughout the rehearsal process
• Complete pre-show checks and shut down procedures for all audio equipment, including assisted listening systems, backstage monitors, house and backstage paging systems, cue lights, headsets, video cameras and monitors
• Design basic sound cues for annual BFA Showcase, New Fest Short Works and any other productions or events as requested
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety policies, codes, and regulations, including all permitting in compliance with the Boston Fire Department
• Perform other duties, as required

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members.
• We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
• Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible.
• Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
• Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level