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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Live Sound Technician to join our team and ensure high-quality audio experiences at live events. As a Live Sound Technician, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining audio equipment used in concerts, conferences, theater productions, and other live performances. Your role is crucial in delivering clear, balanced, and immersive sound to audiences, performers, and presenters.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of audio signal flow, experience with mixing consoles (analog and digital), and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and efficiently. You should be comfortable working in fast-paced environments, collaborating with performers, event organizers, and other technical staff to meet the specific audio needs of each event.
Key duties include setting up microphones, speakers, monitors, and mixing boards; conducting sound checks; adjusting sound levels during performances; and dismantling equipment post-event. You will also be responsible for maintaining and repairing audio gear, ensuring all equipment is in optimal working condition.
This role requires excellent communication skills, a keen ear for sound quality, and the physical ability to lift and transport heavy equipment. Flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is often necessary due to the nature of live events.
If you are passionate about live sound and thrive in dynamic, hands-on environments, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our production team.
Responsibilities
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- Operate mixing consoles during live performances
- Monitor and adjust sound levels in real-time
- Collaborate with performers and event staff to meet audio needs
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly
- Maintain and repair audio equipment as needed
- Ensure all equipment is safely installed and dismantled
- Conduct sound checks with performers and speakers
- Manage audio recordings if required
- Stay updated on new audio technologies and techniques
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a live sound technician or similar role
- Strong knowledge of audio equipment and signal flow
- Familiarity with analog and digital mixing consoles
- Ability to work under pressure in live environments
- Excellent hearing and attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy equipment
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Technical certification or degree in audio engineering is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of experience do you have in live sound?
- What types of events have you worked on previously?
- Are you familiar with both analog and digital mixing consoles?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a technical issue during a live event?
- Do you have experience conducting sound checks?
- Are you comfortable working irregular hours, including nights and weekends?
- What audio brands and equipment are you most familiar with?
- Do you have any formal training or certifications in audio engineering?
- How do you ensure sound quality during a live performance?
- Are you able to lift and transport heavy audio equipment?
