Audio Engineer Job at Curated Events See Hear Productions in Covington

Audio Engineer
Covington, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1774

Audio Engineer

About Us

Curated Events is a market leader in event rental services. We’re an award-winning team of event production pros, specializing in tents, linens, and design-forward event rental essentials. Our team works hand in hand with the area’s top venues, caterers, planners, designers, businesses, and universities. Our mission is simple: Service. Selection. Style. Delivered.

Job Summary:

The purpose of the Audio Engineer is to ensure the best possible sound experience (clear, balanced, and high-quality audio) for the audience and the performers during a live event regardless of the venue or acoustical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

The AE directs the construction, placement, tuning, operation, and strike of the various audio systems specified for an event. The AE is also expected to participate in the pre-production preparation/QC of and the specification of the system for inventory pull and truck loading. Specific responsibilities include the following:

Maintain safety as top priority and ensure compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory standards

Supervise, lead, train, and mentor teams of audio technicians and other support personnel as required to develop their skills and abilities related to audio system installation and operation

Specify audio systems that are appropriate for the artists, the venues, and the audiences

Specify all components and hardware required for the complete installation of various audio systems

Effectively communicate and problem-solve with clients, artists, engineers and their representatives

Operate various systems and consoles as required for various shows

Develop and perform advanced patching schemes as required for the shows

Provide advanced troubleshooting of the various audio systems and other related systems

Maintain, calibrate, and repair audio equipment as needed to ensure all equipment is functioning properly

Develop stage/input plots

Model audio systems with appropriate software

Determine proper hang points for all necessary audio speakers

Time-delay audio systems of any size/configuration

Perform RF coordination

Perform other collateral duties related to show and shop support as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or certification in Audio Engineering, Sound Design, or a related field is preferred, but relevant experience is highly valued

Proven experience (5+ years) as a live audio engineer in various settings (concerts, festivals, corporate events, theaters, etc.)

Expertise with a variety of mixing consoles (e.g., Yamaha, DiGiCo, Midas, etc.)

Strong understanding of signal flow, gain structure, EQ, dynamics processing, and FX

Proficiency with digital and analog systems, including Dante, AVB, AES50, etc.

Experience with stage monitoring, IEMs, and RF coordination

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues under pressure and adapt to changing live environment

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Knowledge of acoustics and sound design principles

Familiarity with live sound software (Smaart, QLab, etc.)

Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings
ights, and weekends.

Willingness to travel as required.

Curated Events provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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