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Audio Engineer (Production Specific)

CATEGORY: Technical

Passage Theatre Company
Trenton, NJ
US

CONTACT NAME

Brishen Miller

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

Hours - up to 20hr/week (Off Season); up to 30hr/week (On season)

Schedule:

  • Rentals

    • Rental #1: May 3, 2026 (Performance) + 1 Rehearsal day

    • Rental #2: May 8, 2026 (Performance) + 1 Rehearsal day

  • Word on Front

    • Week 1: Week of Jun. 8 - Jun. 14, 2026

    • Week 2: Week of Jun. 15 - Jun. 21, 2026

    • Week 3: Week of Jun. 22 - Jun. 28, 2026

    • Week 4: Week of Jun. 29 - July 5, 2026

    • Week 5: Week of July. 6 - July 12, 2026

  • Show #1

    • Sound Plot Due & Install: Week of Aug. 31 - Sept. 6, 2026

    • Quiet Time: Week of Sept. 7 - Sept. 10, 2026

    • Tech: September 11-13, 2026

    • Tech & Final Dress: September 15, 2026

    • Previews: September 16-17, 2026

    • Opening Night: September 18, 2026

    • Closing Performance: October 11, 2026

  • Show #2

    • Sound Plot Due & Install: Week of Nov. 9 - Nov. 15, 2026

    • Quiet Time: Week of Nov. 17 - Nov. 19, 2026

    • Tech: November 20-22, 2026

    • Tech & Final Dress: November 24, 2026

    • Preview: November 27, 2026

    • Opening Night: November 28, 2026

    • Closing Performance: December 20, 2026


Duties

The Audio Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all sound-related aspects of a production, from planning and installation through operation and maintenance. The role ensures that the audio design is executed accurately, safely, and consistently throughout the run.

  • Collaborating with the Sound Designer, Director, and Production Manager to realize the sound design

  • Reviewing sound plots, system designs, cue sheets, and technical requirements

  • Coordinating microphone needs and system logistics

  • Supervising the installation, tuning, and testing of sound systems

  • Overseeing microphone placement, wiring, and signal flow

  • Troubleshooting system issues during setup, tech and performances

  • Supporting sound programming and cueing during technical rehearsals

  • Mixing performances or supervising A1/A2 operators (depending on production needs)

  • Supervising strike and load-out of audio equipment

  • Ensuring proper storage, return, or transport of gear

  • Managing sound notes and implementing changes from the designer or director

  • Maintaining and repairing microphones, consoles, speakers, and cabling

Key Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum two (2) years of technical theatre sound experience in educational, community, or professional productions

  • Experience operating and programming digital mixing consoles, specifically a Behringer X32 (32-channel) mixer or similar system

  • Knowledge of microphone types, wireless systems, signal flow, and speaker system setup

  • Ability to interpret sound plots, system diagrams, cue sheets, and patch lists

  • Experience installing and maintaining microphones, cabling, speakers, and playback systems

  • Ability to mix live theatrical performances with multiple wireless microphones and playback cues

  • Strong troubleshooting ability during rehearsals and performances

  • Familiarity with QLab or other theatrical audio playback software preferred

  • Strong collaboration skills with Sound Designers, Stage Managers, and Production Staff

  • Understanding of safe audio practices, cable management, and equipment maintenance

To apply, please send your resume and a minimum of two references to [email protected] and include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.

DURATION

May 3, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026

SALARY

$25.00 – $25.00 per hour

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