Assistant Manager of Sound Operations

This individual will train show crews on operation of systems and software tools. Assist in developing departmental standards, future planning, and in-house events. Assist in the day-to-day operations of the sound department. Be on call to assist shows as needed. Collaboratively design sound systems for Feld productions through research, development, and implementation.

Essential Functions

• Research, collaborate on, and implement design of show systems.
• Provide audio expertise required for any company production.
• Provide training for show personnel in relation to operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of all audio equipment.
• Travel to touring units to complete above duties, in addition to ensuring that company standards and best practices are being maintained.
• Assist in the maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of all audio equipment stored at Palmetto facility.
• Assist with planning and set up of in-house events.
• Continually seeks to improve efficiency of operation.
• Accepts all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

• College degree in sound related field or theatre preferred. Other technical training and certifications a plus (Yamaha Digital Consoles, Qlab, Dante, Q-SYS, Smaart).
• Experience on a sound team as a member and a leader.
• Touring experience as Audio Crew lead a plus.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to design, implement, troubleshoot, and repair sound systems.
• Proficient with digital sound consoles, speaker management software, audio networks, and playback systems.
• Full understanding of audio signal flow, Vectorworks drafting software, electrical flow, audio networks.
• General computer skills, ie: Mac OS, PC Windows, Excel, Word, CAD, audio editing, QLab, etc.
• Driver’s License required.
• Current Passport or ability to obtain one.
• Dante Level 1 Certification encouraged.

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