Audio Technician

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 30 - 30

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position	Audio Technician
Program	Special Events
Department	Cultural Arts
Reports to Category Status	Technical Events Manager Relief/On-Call Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:As scheduled and under the general supervision of the Director of Event Operations provide audio support for special events performances and routine rental situations at various Center locations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Event Operations

Prepare and operate audio equipment for events including theatrical performances concerts screenings memorials receptions etc.
Set up and breakdown of audio equipment
Load in/out audio equipment using a sound plot under the direction of the Technical Manager or implement your own ideas
Troubleshoot and resolve audio issues before during and after events
Mix shows and events independently or with stage manager cueing
Testing audio equipment for volume tone and clarity
Provide post-event feedback regarding event execution equipment performance and facility use

Other Duties

Evaluate audio equipment for repair and maintenance.
Load unload pack and assist with transporting gear to and from various locations.
Follow safety and security procedures for equipment access and overall event operations.
Participate in staff meetings special events and related activities as requested.
Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends based on event schedules.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Solid background in live special and theatrical events for a variety of spaces including small (50 seats) medium (200) houses and outdoor and/or alternative spaces.
Minimum three years of experience running audio boards for live events.
Working knowledge of and the ability to operate audio boards and various audio equipment such as microphones stands speakers cables etc.
Ensuring safe operating sound levels
Knowledge of or experience working with the LGBTQ community and familiarity with issues relevant to LGBTQ people
A passion for the Centers work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBTQ people.
Strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills and an ability to interact appropriately with visiting as well as on-site technicians theatrical producers directors designers artists and clients.
Computer and internet literacy and prior experience with complex computer software
Ability to implement event details from written work orders and to work effectively with minimal supervision as a team as a team leader and alone
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races ethnicities nationalities sexual orientations gender identities gender expression socio-economic backgrounds religions ages English-speaking abilities immigration status and physical abilities in a multicultural environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to mix multiple live audio inputs
Experience with Midas Allen & Heath and Yamaha audio boards
Experience with QLab Recording Software & Spotify
Bilingual Spanish/English

The Los Angeles LGBTCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversitywithin its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless oftheir race color ancestry national origin sexual orientation gender identityand expression sex pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditionsreligion disability age military or veteran status including status as avictim of domestic violence assault or stalking genetic information(including family medical history) political affiliation or activitiesmedical or health conditions and marital status.

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Required Experience:

PositionAudio TechnicianProgramSpecial EventsDepartmentCultural ArtsReports toCategoryStatusTechnical Events ManagerRelief/On-CallNon-ExemptJOB SUMMARY:As scheduled and under the general supervision of the Director of Event Operations provide audio support for special events performances and routine...

Position	Audio Technician
Program	Special Events
Department	Cultural Arts
Reports to Category Status	Technical Events Manager Relief/On-Call Non-Exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Event Operations

Prepare and operate audio equipment for events including theatrical performances concerts screenings memorials receptions etc.
Set up and breakdown of audio equipment
Load in/out audio equipment using a sound plot under the direction of the Technical Manager or implement your own ideas
Troubleshoot and resolve audio issues before during and after events
Mix shows and events independently or with stage manager cueing
Testing audio equipment for volume tone and clarity
Provide post-event feedback regarding event execution equipment performance and facility use

Other Duties

Evaluate audio equipment for repair and maintenance.
Load unload pack and assist with transporting gear to and from various locations.
Follow safety and security procedures for equipment access and overall event operations.
Participate in staff meetings special events and related activities as requested.
Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends based on event schedules.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Solid background in live special and theatrical events for a variety of spaces including small (50 seats) medium (200) houses and outdoor and/or alternative spaces.
Minimum three years of experience running audio boards for live events.
Working knowledge of and the ability to operate audio boards and various audio equipment such as microphones stands speakers cables etc.
Ensuring safe operating sound levels
Knowledge of or experience working with the LGBTQ community and familiarity with issues relevant to LGBTQ people
A passion for the Centers work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBTQ people.
Strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills and an ability to interact appropriately with visiting as well as on-site technicians theatrical producers directors designers artists and clients.
Computer and internet literacy and prior experience with complex computer software
Ability to implement event details from written work orders and to work effectively with minimal supervision as a team as a team leader and alone
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races ethnicities nationalities sexual orientations gender identities gender expression socio-economic backgrounds religions ages English-speaking abilities immigration status and physical abilities in a multicultural environment.