A2 / Deck Sound Technician

Description

Boston Conservatory at Berklee invites applications for an A2 / Deck Sound Technician to support audio elements and concert logistics as needed for musical theater productions in the upcoming year.

Under the direction of the Audio Supervisor this position is primarily responsible for the installation, maintenance, and distribution of wired and wireless microphone.

Nights and weekends required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Supervise the installation, maintenance, and distribution of wired and wireless microphones for musical theater productions, with an emphasis on body mics for performers

Attend technical and dress rehearsals, and performances as assigned

For the 4-5 season, the following are known dates that an A2 is needed. Please note, applicants do not need to be available for all productions, but should plan to be available across at least one range of dates.

Dates are subject to change :

Jesus Christ Superstar - September - , 4

Alice By Heart - October - November , 4

Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 2 - March - April , 5

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS :

1-3 years of experience as an A2 in a professional theater

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES REQUIRED :

Must be able to work independently, take direction, move with urgency, remain diplomatic and calm in fast-paced situations

Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Dropbox, and / or similar formats for record-keeping and communications is helpful

Familiarity with Shure Wireless Workbench and Audinate’s Dante Controller software Required

Familiarity with ClearCom FreeSpeak wireless intercom systems is helpful SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

May work closely with and / or oversee student workers

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Indoor environments, some with low light : stages, backstage areas, dressing rooms, costume shop, props storage, office spaces, closets, catwalks

Seated and standing positions

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, ETC :

Nights and weekends required

May be required to be able to lift and move pounds, depending on assigned area / project

May be required to be able to climb stairs, ladders, depending on assigned area / project

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.

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Employee Type : Casual

Casual