Theatre Technician- Audio Engineer

Description

We are hiring a Theatre Technician-- Audio Engineer for Northbrook Theatre.

Pay & Schedule:

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

The schedule is as follows:

May 10 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

May 12 - 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm

May 13 - 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm

May 14 - 5:00 pm - 9:45 pm

May 15 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

May 16 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

May 17 - 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

May 18 - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Other hours vary by production

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Operate 30 microphones for the Northbrook Community Theatre May 2025 production of School of Rock in coordination with the show director and production staff.

The Audio Engineer will be responsible for:

• Meeting with the stage manager, and production staff to determine the artistic vision and practical sound needs for the show.

• Source sound effects where needed.

• Lavalier microphone placement and operation on 30 performers.

• Operating the Allen & Heath Avantis console and QLab to provide sound-effect playback for the show in coordination with stage management at all necessary rehearsals and performances.

• Live mixing off-stage pit of 7 and on-stage band of 5.

• Removal, cleaning and safe storage of microphones and other sound equipment before and after shows.

• Attending additional trainings and meetings as required by the Park District.

• Diligently following and adhering to all safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

All employees are eligible for the Recreation Benefits usage, which includes discounted and/or complimentary services.

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Qualifications

An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in Technical Theatre with an emphasis in sound design or significant (2 ) years in a similar position. Able to work independently and efficiently and possess strong organizational skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Live microphone mixing

• Computer sound playback systems, preferably Stage Research's SFX or Show Cue Systems

• Lighting console programming

• Set‐up of multiple microphone systems

• District safety procedures

• Work independently and efficiently

• Establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with all members of the production team

• Strong organizational skills

• Interact with a community of artists, volunteers and participants ‐ children through adult

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to sit and talk or hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and smell. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary : $17 - $19