St. Petersburg College

Performance Audio Manager [ID: 963]

Position Summary:

This is a hands-on position directing the technical aspects of all events in a multi-use theater facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as Lead Audio Systems Technician (A1) to ensure high quality sound, support guest audio engineers and supervise the execution of lighting and sound designs.
Supervise use of sound, lighting and video equipment.
Perform safety checks on equipment and facilities ensuring safety guidelines are being met.
Coordinate the stage and equipment set up / tear down.
Oversee and maintain inventory on all equipment and expendables.
Design sound and lighting as required.
Coordinate the activities of subordinates.
Assist in determining staffing needs and scheduling for events.
Recommend purchase of new or replacement equipment.
Serve as manager on duty in the absence of other management representatives.

Incumbents support theatrical productions by coordinating the scheduling and production aspects of an assigned performance space.

Compensation: $17.36 - $21.71

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with theater production.

Experience:

Minimum three (3) years professional entertainment industry experience with broad knowledge in sound, lighting, video, rigging and staging required.

Concert touring experience, demonstrated expertise mixing audio with large format digital and analog audio systems, experienced in large sound system design, installation and tuning, experienced audio crew chief, proficient using Waves, Lake, Smaart, Pro Tools.

* An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be acceptable in lieu of those requirements listed above.

Knowledge:

Stage production methods;
Sound system design and engineering principles;
Basic construction methods;
Stage management principles and practices.
Stage production techniques.
Basic Microsoft Office Suite.

Safe work methods;
Inventory principles;
Recordkeeping principles;
Computers and related software applications.

Skills:

Designing and programming lights;
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with a diverse population quickly and under stress while maintaining a positive attitude.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Adaptable to emerging technologies as they relate to production.
Willingness to help where needed for stage production.

Practicing safe work methods;
Maintaining operational records;
Using a computer and related software applications;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

Physical:

Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and intense noises.

Responsibilities:

These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.		Potential Frequency
1.	Design and engineer concert and event productions which includes developing plans for sound engineering, installing, and utilizing sets, sound, lighting; and perform related duties.	Daily 80%
2.	Monitors and maintains equipment and inventory; procures supplies and materials as necessary.	Weekly 10%
3.	Prepares and maintains a variety of operational records and reports.	Daily 10%
4.	Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.	As Required

Equal Access/Equal Opportunity

The Board of Trustees of St. Petersburg College affirms its equal opportunity policy in accordance with the provisions of the Florida Educational Equity Act and all other relevant state and federal laws, rules and regulations. The college will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or against any qualified individual with disabilities in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of sex and violates this Rule, the college will not tolerate such conduct. Should you experience such behavior, please contact Dr. Devona Pierre, Executive Director, Organizational Culture and Engagement/Title IX Coordinator at 727-341-3261; by mail at P.O. Box 13489, St. Petersburg, FL 33733-3489; or by email at eaeo_director@spcollege.edu.