Fisher Center at Bard
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY
US

CONTACT NAME

Kayla Leacock

DESCRIPTION

This summer (June–August 2025), Bard SummerScape returns with a vibrant season of dance, theater, opera, music, and the beloved Spiegeltent. Presented by the Fisher Center at Bard, this celebrated multi-arts festival takes place in person on Bard’s idyllic 1,000-acre campus, featuring performances in the stunning Frank Gehry-designed performing arts center.

The Audio Engineer is part of the Audio team in the Production Department and supports the execution of audio elements and needs. They report to the Audio Supervisor and work closely with other production team members and sound designers. We are seeking candidates for both A1 and A2 positions.

This is a seasonal position from June 6 - August 19*, non-exempt (overtime eligible), paid hourly at a rate range of $20-25/hr depending on experience. Hours will average 35-40 hours/week, with the potential for overtime. There are multiple engineer positions available.

*Please note that there are additional Audio Engineer positions available from June 6 through July 8.

Local residence is required during the dates listed above; campus housing will be provided free of charge if needed, including a single bedroom and shared amenities based on availability. Employees will have access to three (3) meals per weekday and two (2) meals per weekend day on campus during the residency period. Should campus dining agreements or options change from the time of the agreement, an equivalent per diem will be provided. PLEASE NOTE: Room and board may differ for current Bard College students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace at all times

Assist the Audio Engineers in the preparation, installation, operation, and maintenance of all audio aspects (including backline, recordings, backstage communication, rehearsal support, and production intercom) of all productions and special events

Actively participate in all audio work calls as assigned

Create audio paperwork as needed

Assist the Audio Supervisor in maintaining all audio equipment, including rental gear

Attend and work all technical rehearsals and performances for productions as assigned

Provide audio support for all rehearsals and concerts as assigned

Assist the FC Video Department and outside vendors in the planning, installation, maintenance, and operation of streaming systems

Company-Wide Responsibilities:

The Fisher Center is currently undergoing an organization-wide process of change toward becoming an anti-racist, multicultural institution. All on staff are expected to:

Commit to anti-racism and inclusivity at the Fisher Center. This includes participating in any trainings when scheduled, supporting departmental, company-wide, and cross-departmental collaboration in issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and furthering your own independent journey with anti-racism

Contribute in meaningful ways to the organizational culture

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE

A1 requires previous professional Audio Engineer experience

A2 requires previous professional theatrical experience, with some focus on the sound department

Basic knowledge of audio equipment, cabling, and backstage protocol

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

General troubleshooting skills for audio systems

Strong knowledge of digital audio consoles, the Google App suite, QLab, Shure Wireless Workbench, and Clear-Com Freespeak systems

Knowledge of electrical safety practices and theatrical rigging systems

Ability to climb stairs and ladders

Ability to move and lift objects up to 50 lbs.

Ability to frequently walk and stand

Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as set by production schedule

Ability to push, pull, hang, reach, lean, and balance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with the performing arts; experience with opera and/or various music genres

Experience with online live-streamed events

At least three years experience as an Audio Engineer, preferably in live and/or performing arts events

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequently works at heights above 6 feet

Regularly exposed to vibrations, noises, and electrical connections

TO APPLY

Complete the application form here: https://near.tl/sm/sZjB0SSt-

Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

For any access-related requests, questions, or issues with the application form, please contact [email protected].

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

ABOUT THE FISHER CENTER

The Fisher Center develops, produces, and presents performing arts across disciplines through new productions and context-rich programs that challenge and inspire. As a premier professional performing arts center and a hub for research and education, the Fisher Center supports artists, students, and audiences in the development and examination of artistic ideas, offering perspectives from the past and present, as well as visions of the future. The Fisher Center demonstrates Bard’s commitment to the performing arts as a cultural and educational necessity. Home is the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, designed by Frank Gehry and located on the Bard College campus in New York’s Hudson Valley. The Fisher Center offers outstanding programs to many communities, including the students and faculty of Bard College and audiences in the Hudson Valley, New York City, across the country, and around the world. Building on a 165-year history as a competitive and innovative undergraduate institution, Bard is committed to enriching culture, public life, and democratic discourse by training tomorrow’s thought leaders. Learn more about the Fisher Center, its programs, and its values at fishercenter.bard.edu/about.

ABOUT BARD COLLEGE

Founded in 1860, Bard College is a four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences located 90 miles north of New York City. With the addition of the Montgomery Place estate, Bard’s campus consists of nearly 1,000 park-like acres in the Hudson River Valley. It offers bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of music degrees, with majors in nearly 40 academic programs, graduate degrees in 11 programs, nine early colleges, and numerous dual-degree programs nationally and internationally. Building on its 165-year history as a competitive and innovative undergraduate institution, Bard College has expanded its mission as a private institution acting in the public interest across the country and around the world to meet broader student needs and increase access to liberal education. The undergraduate program at our main campus in upstate New York has a reputation for scholarly excellence, a focus on the arts, and civic engagement. Bard is committed to enriching culture, public life, and democratic discourse by training tomorrow’s thought leaders. For more information about Bard College, visit bard.edu.

SALARY

$20.00 – $25.00 per hour

APPLY ONLINE

https://near.tl/sm/sZjB0SSt-