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Technical Paid Sound Supervisor (and Resident Sound Designer) Florida Studio The

Playbill, Inc., Sarasota, FL, United States

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000

Job type: Full Time


Sound Supervisor (and Resident Sound Designer)
Florida Studio Theatre seeks a Sound Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and operation of our audio inventory. This individual will also have the opportunity to regularly serve as the sound designer for productions and events when needed. We are looking for a good communicator who is detail oriented and will work cooperatively with the Producing Artistic Director, Director of Production and Sound Designers regarding paperwork, deadlines, and allocation of resources to enthusiastically support the artistic work and mission of the theatre.

Responsibilities

Organize, manage, and maintain FST’s sound inventory in order to keep resources flowing to support multiple productions running simultaneously across five stages.

Collaborate with the sound designer, director, and other creative staff to realize the artistic intentions of the production.

Read and interpret sound plots and other technical paperwork to safely and efficiently hang, focus, and patch sound equipment.

Keep an eye on reports from stage management in order to promptly answer sound questions and concerns as well as addressing notes.

Support sound focus and level-setting sessions and actively participate in technical rehearsals.

Work with the Director of Production to accomplish goals within the schedule and budget.

Balance the need to directly support the productions with hands‑on work and the need to provide administrative and logistical support.

Regularly serve as the sound designer for FST productions and events when needed and possible.

Qualifications

Deep familiarity with and skill in the area of theatrical sound technology and industry best practice

Dedication to supporting the establishment of a safe work environment

Experience as a sound designer

Collaboration and a creative approach to problem‑solving

Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines

Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite is a plus

Desire to contribute to artistic work

Job Type:

Full Time (exempt), Permanent

Reports to:

Director of Production

Compensation:

$55,000 - $65,000 per year commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Health Insurance (including optional vision and dental) after two months

401k with Employer match after one year

Complimentary tickets

Restaurant discount

Paid vacation/PTO

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

and more.

Florida Studio Theatre is working towards becoming a more inclusive and accessible organization. FST is thus committed to developing a work environment that is reflective of the diverse world that it serves. Applicants from all populations and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Consideration for employment will be given to all applicants without regard to race/ethnicity, gender identity/sexual orientation, age or ability.

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