Audio Engineer
On-siteBethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States or Greenleaf, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Operate provided sound equipment during production, including field mixers, boom mics, wireless lavalier systems, and recorders to capture high-quality dialogue, ambient, and sync sound. Monitor sound levels and adjust inputs to prevent clipping, distortion, or signal loss while mic up talent with discretion and care. Conduct pre-shoot sound checks and troubleshoot equipment or interference issues quickly, then log audio files and maintain organized records for post-production. Maintain, inventory, and properly store all sound equipment while supporting post-production with clean, well-documented audio files and field notes. This role requires 4+ years of professional experience as a production sound mixer or boom operator and proficiency with industry-standard gear.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of professional experience as a production sound mixer or boom operator
- Proficiency with industry-standard gear (e.g., Zoom F8, Sound Devices mixers, Sennheiser/Lectrosonics wireless, Rode/Deity booms, etc.)
- Strong understanding of on-location audio mixing, gain structure, and mic techniques
- Experience working in a variety of production environments (studio, field, run-and-gun, interviews)
- Knowledge of timecode sync, slating, and best practices for multi-cam shoots
- Ability to work quickly and quietly on set with minimal disruption
- Familiarity with post-production workflows and audio formats
- Must be organized, punctual, and responsive under time-sensitive conditions
- Ability to lift and carry sound gear
- Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation
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