On Call Head Audio

Madison Elementary School District #38

Position Title: On Call Head Audio
Length of Work Year: On Call/Substitute
Salary Information: $30.00/hour
Department: Madison Center for the Arts
Supervision: Supervised by Technical Director
Reports To: Stage Manager, Technical Director and Lighting Designer

This position is an on-call, activated on a show-by-show basis.

Overview: The Head of Audio oversees the audio needs for the event or show, ensuring smooth operations. They are responsible for managing audio systems and structures for crew and production.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years experience of live audio mixing.
• Experience with Qlab, TheatreMix, and other professional live entertainment computer software.
• Professional experience with Yamaha Digital consoles
• Experience with Dante networks and Dante Controller (At least Dante Level 2 Certification preferred)
• Experience with and working knowledge of live entertainment multi projector systems and programming.
• Experience with both Audio and Video system network setup and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Shure ULXD, and Wireless Workbench a plus.
• Ability to work closely with people in a professional and positive manner.
• Ability to work closely and creatively with design teams, directors, and other members of the staff.
• Proficiency with computers and standard office suite, ability to generate and maintain professional level paperwork and tracking for each production.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining productivity.
• Ability to remain levelheaded in high-stress environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure and remain composed.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with production staff, designers, and performers, overseeing sound setup, operation, and strike for rehearsals and performances, ensuring sound quality, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry best practices is crucial.

• Serve as the primary audio contact for the event or show.
• Assist with event load-in, setup, operation, and load-out.
• Manage and maintain the venue's audio systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently under time-sensitive conditions.
• Supervise and mentor the audio team.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Lead in facilitating all audio needs for all rental events/productions, including the testing, maintenance and upkeep of all audio equipment, projectors, and sound equipment in The Madison.
• Review sound plots to evaluate feasibility and implementation in The Madison
• Lead in preparing and installing equipment based on plots and designer supplied specifications; including but not limited to tech table set-up, i.e. tables, headsets, and video monitors, god mic, etc.
• Collaborate to produce show-related audio paperwork.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of design execution for a given production. Make archival copies of all paperwork and show files.
• Adhere to the proper shut-down of all audio, special effects, stage equipment and other electrical appliances, assuring that the theatre is left in a safe, secure, and appropriately lit manner and that equipment is locked in a secure place.