What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist Audio - Part-Time as Needed position at Freeman Company?
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
The Audio Specialist will assist the Senior Audio Engineer and Production Manager or Account Executive in the selection and design of audio equipment in response to the needs of our clients, based on budgetary guidelines and accepted technical standards. Supervise labor crews and assist with the planning and organization of delivery, setup and dismantle of equipment at show site. Shop projects and general maintenance of audio equipment will be included in the job description. This role will help cover special events for intermittent periods of time with scheduled hours fluctuating weekly.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week based out of Orlando, FL.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Interface with the Sales staff, Account Executives, Production Managers, Department Managers and the Senior Audio Engineer concerning event production and operational procedures
- Create or approve audio designs, equipment pull sheets for projects based upon event budgets, show requirements, client expectations and company standards
- Hold show-site responsibilities ranging from Lead Audio Engineer, Monitor Engineer, Audio Assist, System Tech, and Equipment Coordinator
- Load-in, load-out, install, dismantle, labor direction, system engineering, console and equipment operation and client relations at show-site
- Work directly with Inventory Control to ensure complete equipment coverage on shows
- Coordinate and/or assist both technical and labor crews
- Coordinate with Inventory Control to schedule and pull equipment
- Oversee the distribution and return logistics of high end audio systems
- Assist with inventory control, equipment pulling, loading, tracking and restoring of equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required
- 2 Years college or technical trade school and/or 2 years related experience with a professional sound company or national A/V company or equivalent combination
- Must maintain a valid state driver's license
Travel Requirements
Travel 25% to 50%
What We Offer
Our part-time as needed positions are not benefit eligible; however, these roles are eligible to participate in:
- Retirement with Company Match
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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