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Sound Engineer | Part-Time | ISU Stephens Auditorium

Oak View Group


Job Location:

Ames, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 August 2026 (10 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management hospitality and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015 the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas stadiums convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Sound Engineer will execute the setup operation and teardown of audio systems; assist with inventory; and provide general sound system maintenance as necessary. The position will be part-time and hourly and should be available to work days and nights including weekends and holidays.

This role pays an hourly rate of $38.91

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until November 13 2026.

Responsibilities
  • Execute the setup operation and teardown of audio systems.
  • Work safely and efficiently during varying weather and times of day/night using a variety of equipment.
  • Promote a safe working environment for all employees by following the life safety and emergency program as needed.
  • Maintain an effective working relationship with clients employees exhibitors patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.
  • Ability to successfully troubleshoot unplanned challenges.
  • Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
  • Provides general sound system maintenance and assists with inventory.
  • Frequent bending carrying moving climbing working from various heights lifting sitting exposure to moderate-to-loud noises and extensive walking through the building.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent is required.
  • 2-3 years of previous experience with sound engineering.
  • Familiar with operational procedures facility capabilities industry terminology and event-related services.
  • Basic math skills to provide accurate inventory tracking and event set-ups
  • Ability to operate equipment such as light trucks pallet jacks forklifts or other equipment is preferred.
  • Able to follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively.
  • Ability to work independently exercising judgment and initiative.
  • Ability to work nights weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Effectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to communicate with employees co-workers management staff and guests in a clear professional and courteous manner that fosters a positive enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor among clients talent and guests demonstrating a high level of customer and client service.
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity professionalism ethics and confidentiality.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation strengthens ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including but not limited to veteran status uniform service member status race color religion sex national origin age physical or mental disability genetic information or any other protected class under federal state or local law.


Required Experience:

IC


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OVG Oak View Group, LLC is an American Global Advisory, Development and Investment Company for Sports and Live Entertainment industries.

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