Senior Audio Engineer - Manchester

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Rigging and operating audio equipment for a wide variety of live, virtual and hybrid events.
• Working as part of a team.
• The ability to lead a team of freelance staff and represent the company.
• Communicating with clients, suppliers, venue staff and crew both onsite and prior to an event.
• Preparing and maintaining equipment in our warehouse spaces.
• Working with the head of audio to continue developing, maintaining, and improving the audio department.
• Delivering / collecting equipment in company vehicles.
• Assistance in other departments to meet the needs of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY ATTRIBUTES OF THE CANDIDATE

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a live events sound engineer, particularly in the corporate sector.
• Experience mixing Front of House and Monitors for live music acts
• Experience mixing high level corporate conferences / awards
• Knowledge of Yamaha digital mixind consoles, particularly CL and QL series
• Knowledge of d&b line arrays, amplifiers, array calc and R1 control network
• Proficient in the programming and use of Qlab
• Ability to work as part of a team or unaccompanied under own initiative.
• Ability to thrive under pressure of a live event.
• High standard of personal presentation.
• Excellent communication skills with a strong focus on customer service.
• Ability to problem solve and to work to deadlines.
• High self-motivation and ability to lead by example.
• Flexibility and a can do, customer focused attitude.
• Keen eye for detail with a high standard of equipment presentation.
• Full UK Driving License and own transport.