Sound Technician

• On-site
• Sound
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SOUND
  001452

Position Overview
:

Responsible for running playback and/or performing duties as a wireless microphone technician for one to three shows as part of a rotating repertory season in three theatres, with careful attention to details and precise timeliness.

Pay rate
: $ 25.43 hourly

Expected dates
: 2/8/2027 - 11/7/2027; 3/8/2027 - 11/7/2027

Status
:
Full-time, Seasonal, Union - This position is represented by IATSE Local 154.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• 1.Models and supports the mission and values of OSF by:
• a.Demonstrating inclusive behavior.
• b.Maintaining a safe working environment free from any aggressions.
• c.Recognizing micro-aggressions and interrupting behaviors that hinder OSF’s diversity and inclusion efforts.
• 2.Operates sound computer/console during technical rehearsals and run of shows
• 3.Works as wireless microphone technician backstage, working with the sound designer, costume designer, and wardrobe crews in implementing and maintaining wireless microphones for technical rehearsals and run of shows
• 4.While acting as wireless microphone technician, communicate efficiently with Stage Management, Assistant Stage Manager, and Sound Engineer, in regards of the sound needs for rehearsals, tech, and run of shows
• 5.Communicates with musicians regarding proper maintenance and placement of microphones or special equipment utilized in the sound design of the show
• 6.Assist in setting up and maintenance of sound systems in three theatres
• 7.Maintains the integrity and performance quality through the run of the shows

Other

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1.Participates in special events by assisting with sound needs
• 2.Attends rehearsal and run throughs as needed
• 3.Understudies other Playback and Wireless Technician tracts as needed
• 4.Performs other duties as assigned

Supervision Received
:
Production Manager of Innovation & Strategy, Sound Supervisor, Sound Engineer

REQUIRED:

• Work Experience
  : A minimum of one year of professional experience executing sound playback and troubleshooting for live sound entertainment.
• Qualifications/skills
  :
  Basic knowledge of hand tool and sound consoles, speakers, wireless systems, digital and analog audio equipment.
• Physical Ability
  :
  Must have good sense of hearing and the abilities to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and lift up to 70 pounds.
• Other Skills, Ability and/or Knowledge
  :
  The abilities to work within a team structure as well as independently and to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating effectively with clients, patrons, co-workers and management are required
• Special Hours Requirements
  :
  Night-time and weekend hours are regularly required. Standard work week is Tuesday –Sunday. Schedule is available one week in advance of work. Overtime is required, especially during technical rehearsals. The ability to work a variable schedule is required

PREFERRED:

• Education
  :
  High School diploma is preferred
• Work Experience
  :
  Wireless frequency coordination. Basic audio editing. Able to read technical CAD drawings.

Organizational Background

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) was founded in 1935 in Ashland, OR, and has grown from a three-day festival of two plays to a nationally renowned theatre arts organization that presents a rotating repertory season of up to 10 plays and musicians, including illuminating interpretations of Shakespeare, other enduring classics, and new works. OSF productions have been presented on Broadway, internationally, and at regional, community, and high school theatres across the country.

OSF received the 1983 Special Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre and is one of the largest nonprofit theatres in the nation with three stages, including…