What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Live Audio (Meadows Campus) Job at Aspen Music Festival And School in As position at Aspen Music Festival And School?
The Meadows Campus production staff is the team responsible for the production implementation of all concerts, rehearsals and events which occur at the Aspen Music Festival & School's (AMFS) main performance venues. These facilities include a 2,050-seat Klein Music Tent and the 500-seat Harris Concert Hall. The Head of Live Audio position is a unique opportunity, perfect for a well experienced audio engineer interested in leading a crew to support high profile events over multiple venues. Major projects typically include such events as the annual Mariachi Celebration, a Broadway musical, two opera productions, Fourth of July, the Opera Benefit, the Feast of Music gala and much more. The Head of Live Audio works under the supervision of the Production Manager and is the close counterpart to the Director of Audio and Media who oversees studio recording.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee all live sound operations, including front-of-house (FOH) and monitor mixing across multiple venues and rehearsal spaces, ensuring the highest quality sound experience befitting audiences of a top ranked music festival.
- Configure, operate, tune, and troubleshoot sound systems, including speakers, amplifiers, mixers, audio networking equipment, and microphones.
- Collaborate with performers, directors, and production teams to achieve desired sound mixes, professionally adapting to the genre-specific needs of classical music, opera, and Broadway musicals as appropriate.
- Lead, mentor, schedule and coordinate a team of audio engineers delegating responsibilities as appropriate
- Maintain a well-organized inventory of all sound equipment, conducting maintenance where needed.
- Research and recommend new technologies within AMFS budget parameters to enhance live audio capabilities.
- In collaboration with the Production Manager, coordinate audio-related aspects of event schedules, including rental deliveries, load-in, setup, rehearsals, performances, and load-out.
- Coordinate with lighting, video, and stage crews to ensure professional show execution.
- Fulfill keyboard and digital organ backline requests from artists.
Requirements
Dates
June 4, 2025-August 30, 2025
Compensation
1,128 - $1,225 / week dependent on experience, plus housing provided by AMFS.
Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time.
Application Procedure
Please complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and one-page resume with references where prompted. PDF format only. No phone calls please.
Hiring Timeline
Application review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 10 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February 10. Application to remain open until position(s) filled.
Statement on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access
At AMFS, we are committed to becoming an anti-racist organization and believe that when people feel respected and included they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. While we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we're investing to move our organization and classical music industry forward. In order to create and maintain a diverse community, AMFS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
Salary : $1,128 - $1,225
