Assistant Sound Director at THE OLD GLOBE

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

25.75

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sound Technology, Technical Support, Communication, Inventory Management, Scheduling, Safety Training, Audio Support, Equipment Maintenance, Team Leadership, Documentation, Driver's License, Sound Systems, Qlab, Digital Consoles, Digico, Vectorworks

Industry

Performing Arts

Description

Job Details Job Location: San Diego, CA 92101 Salary Range: $24.75 - $25.75 Hourly The Old Globe seeks a full-time Assistant Sound Director. This role assists the Sound Director in ensuring smooth rehearsals, load-ins, and technical rehearsals of our 14 productions per year, in addition to providing audio support for other departments around the Globe. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Assist the Sound Director to provide technical and logistical support for load-ins, technical and dress rehearsals, previews, meetings, and other production-related events. Assist in creating and updating all production-related paperwork, including theater drawings, signal flows, equipment lists, audio patching, RF assignments, and cue lists. Assist the Sound Director in providing departmental leadership, serving as department supervisor in their absence, and effectively directing staff throughout the production process. Assist in maintaining accurate inventory reports and equipment lists. Maintain purchase records and financial reconciliation documents. Support the inspection and upkeep of department equipment and workspaces; ensure that materials needed for maintenance are adequately stocked. Assist with scheduling crew calls, contacting crew regarding potential work, confirming availability, and generating call sheets. Verify training qualifications of new and returning department employees. Facilitate required safety training for sound department staff. Assist with deployment and training for Listen Assist devices in all theaters. Support the scheduling and recording of Globe voiceovers. Maintain marketing hold tape recordings and the pre-show plaza announcement schedule. Set up and operate sound systems for band rehearsals and sitzprobes. Deliver and install sound and music equipment in guest artists’ residences. Provide sound support for non-theatrical company events or projects, including small system setup and operation. Setting up and running small sound systems. (Qlab and digital consoles necessary, Digico and Vectorworks a plus). The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply. Selected candidate must be able to pass applicable background check. Qualifications Required Skills and Abilities The successful candidate will have the following skills and abilities: Ability to communicate with many different personality types to ensure various production and events needs are met, and purchasing. Minimum 3 years’ experience with entertainment or theatrical sound technology required. Valid Driver’s License Full-time position with benefits including 401(k), vacation, health insurance, and holidays. Pay range is $24.75-25.75 per hour. Please apply here: https://www.theoldglobe.org/TheOldGlobeJobOpportunities

Responsibilities

The Assistant Sound Director assists the Sound Director in ensuring smooth rehearsals and technical events for productions. Responsibilities include providing technical support, maintaining equipment, and supervising staff in the absence of the Sound Director.