Supervisor, Sound PA/Emerson Stage

Join to apply for the Supervisor, Sound PA/Emerson Stage role at Emerson College3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Supervisor, Sound PA/Emerson Stage role at Emerson CollegeGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Join our community and experience Emerson CollegeThe Sound Supervisor reports to the Production Manager, Performing Arts/Emerson Stage. This role will oversee all sound applications within the productions designed and produced for Emerson Stage & the Department of Performing Arts. As needed, the Sound Supervisor will serve as Audio Head or Sound Designer on productions. This position will also independently teach audio skills to students and supervise & train student designers to ensure successful production outcomes across various events & productions. This position involves close collaboration with the other production department heads and Emerson students. The Sound Supervisor will support the production department with audio needs by identifying, developing and implementing systems & workflows to maintain a safe and highly efficient operation in our fast-paced, but educational program. This is a 10-month position.Essential Job DutiesMeet the needs of each production in consultation with the Production Manager and Director of Theatre Operations as well as the other department headsInstruct and supervise students engaged in co-curricular production work, various class labs, or working as student employeesInstruct and supervise all students assigned as Production Audio positions for all productions of the Emerson Stage season working as part of the sound team to order, load, hang, cable, patch, program, troubleshoot, run and strike all sound elements of a productionTrain students on industry-standard safety protocolsCollaborate with faculty & staff to support the sound design and audio needs for productions in support of the curriculum and/or productionsWork closely with Office of the Arts staff about uses of in-house equipment rental deliveries/pick-up and uses of theatre spacesAct as the expert in the field of audio/sound, overseeing students of Emerson College’s department of performing arts and on the Emerson Stage productionsAccurately execute the sound design as set by the sound designer during technical rehearsals; Replicate this design accurately and ensure consistency throughout the show’s runMaintain accurate paperwork for each production including sound plots and cue sheetsProgram and operate computers and digital mixing consolesCoordinate and manage the load in and out of sound equipment for all shows and eventsAttend rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and production meetings as needed, and respond to notes given throughout the rehearsal processComplete pre-show checks and shut down procedures for all audio equipment, including assisted listening systems, backstage monitors, house and backstage paging systems, cue lights, headsets, video cameras and monitorsDesign basic sound cues for annual BFA Showcase, New Fest Short Works and any other productions or events as requestedEnsure compliance with all applicable health and safety policies, codes, and regulations, including all permitting in compliance with the Boston Fire DepartmentPerform other duties, as requiredQUALIFICATIONS – Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.Bachelor’s degree in Sound Design and/or Production required3-5 years of live audio experience required, preferably at an institution of higher learningExperience managing, instructing and supervising production teams required2-4 years instructing students in the field or in a classroom setting required2-4 years using, in a professional capacity, QLab, Dante or other relevant audio softwareOSHA30 Certification preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.Ability to understand, enjoy, and communicate effectively with academic-oriented individualsEnthusiasm for collaborating with college-aged individualsExperience working with artistically oriented individualsKnowledge of theatrical sound systems and equipment including digital mixing consoles, speakers, microphones, amplifiers, EQ and processing gearStrong oral and writing skillsBasic knowledge of Microsoft and Google SuitesAbility to multi-task and manage multiple projectsAbility to prioritize goals and implement plansAbility to solve problems and conflictStrong analytical skillsBe willing and enthusiastic to assist others and work in a team settingAbility to initiate and build relationships with audio vendors to support Emerson StagePHYSICAL ABILITIES – Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Work involves lifting equipment and toolsWork is performed in a theatre environment requiring occasional on-call availabilityMust be able to handle the physical demands of setting up and striking sound equipment during productionMay occasionally work in a confined space or with heightsWORK ENVIRONMENT – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.Working in theaters, front of house and backstage, and a studio environment; conditions will vary depending on the show and phase of the productionWorking in scenic & paint shops, which may include a dusty atmosphere at timesCompensation for this position is $47,708 - $58,500 annually, commensurate with experience.Grade of Position: S-23-07EScheduled Weekly Hours: 36.2510 month position paid over 10 monthsThis position will be exclusively represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. 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