Sound Technician – Musical Theater Summer Camp

About the Role

Do you have a passion for music and technical expertise? Join our team at Camp Kaleidoscope as a Sound Technician! As a Sound Technician, you will be responsible for setting up and operating sound systems for performances, events, and activities throughout the summer. Camp Kaleidoscope is a vibrant and creative day camp located in Newton, Massachusetts. Our campers are excited about music, arts, science, and the outdoors, and we are looking for a skilled Sound Technician who can help create memorable experiences for them.

• Produce sound design and operation for two fully staged musical theater productions each summer, one every four weeks.
• Modify sound, equipment, and cues as needed.
• Work under the direction of the Theater Director and collaborate closely with the camp theater production staff/team.
• Display flexibility and a positive attitude throughout the production process.

• Plan, prepare, and lead age‑appropriate activities in your specialty area.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of campers during activities.
• Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill‑building and exploration.
• Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience.
• Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment.
• Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers.
• Support camp‑wide special events and large‑group programming as assigned.
• Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop‑off/pick‑up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.).

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected.
• Actively participate as an essential team member.
• Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling.
• Enthusiastically represent the organization, model excellence and achievement.
• Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hourly position. Daily schedule from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Competitive starting pay rate of $20 per hour (subject to qualifications and internal equity). This 8‑week camp program runs from June 22 to August 21, including staff training.

• High school degree preferred.
• College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in musical theater, audio/sound design preferred.
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, or other) experience working with children.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion.

• Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow.
• Passion and expertise in audio/sound design and production.
• Ability to plan and lead age‑appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities.
• Excellent group management skills.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff.
• Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities.
• Creativity, flexibility, and patience to adapt activities for diverse camper needs.
• Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment.
• Proactive problem‑solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed.
• Self‑starter who takes the initiative.
• Ability to work well with others, building and sustaining collaborative relationships.
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically.
• Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co‑workers, and camp leadership.

• Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time to ensure the supervision and safety of campers in our care.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30–40 pounds.
• Able to sit, kneel, and get down at eye level with children regularly.

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform them with or without reasonable accommodation and using other combination of skills and abilities.

• Access to JCC Greater Boston’s top‑class fitness, recreation, and wellness facility during active seasonal employment.
• Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs for employee children (subject to availability).
• Free swim.

JCC Greater Boston is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. The JCC encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups to foster a diverse environment.