Chicago, IL · On-site
$27.87 - $46.68/hr
... audio gear, and streaming encoders. * Configure and troubleshoot IP networking for servers and ... Support and assist studio operations within a live production environment. * Collaborate with ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$27.87 - $46.68/hr
... audio gear, and streaming encoders. * Configure and troubleshoot IP networking for servers and ... Support and assist studio operations within a live production environment. * Collaborate with ...
$27.87 - $46.68/hr
... audio gear, and streaming encoders. * Configure and troubleshoot IP networking for servers and ... Support and assist studio operations within a live production environment. * Collaborate with ...
$27.87 - $46.68/hr
... audio gear, and streaming encoders. * Configure and troubleshoot IP networking for servers and ... Support and assist studio operations within a live production environment. * Collaborate with ...
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$75K - $100K/yr
New development and support of digital, analog, and audio designs used in our Mission Critical ... assist you.
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$75K - $100K/yr
New development and support of digital, analog, and audio designs used in our Mission Critical ... assist you.
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$75K - $100K/yr
New development and support of digital, analog, and audio designs used in our Mission Critical ... assist you.
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$75K - $100K/yr
New development and support of digital, analog, and audio designs used in our Mission Critical ... assist you.
Carpentersville, IL · On-site
$80K - $95K/yr
Will participate in new product design from concept to full production, tackle analog, audio ... * Assist with other related duties as required or assigned About you - What you'll bring to the ...
Carpentersville, IL · On-site
$80K - $95K/yr
Will participate in new product design from concept to full production, tackle analog, audio ... * Assist with other related duties as required or assigned About you - What you'll bring to the ...
Not available What You'll Do • Assist in the design and analysis of IT structured cabling, audio ... Work with experienced engineers to integrate technology into high performance buildings and ...
Not available What You'll Do • Assist in the design and analysis of IT structured cabling, audio ... Work with experienced engineers to integrate technology into high performance buildings and ...
Not available What You'll Do Assist in the design and analysis of IT structured cabling, audio ... Work with experienced engineers to integrate technology into high performance buildings and ...
Not available What You'll Do Assist in the design and analysis of IT structured cabling, audio ... Work with experienced engineers to integrate technology into high performance buildings and ...
Carpentersville, IL · On-site
$80K - $95K/yr
Will participate in new product design from concept to full production, tackle analog, audio ... * Assist with other related duties as required or assigned About you - What you'll bring to the ...
Carpentersville, IL · On-site
$80K - $95K/yr
Will participate in new product design from concept to full production, tackle analog, audio ... * Assist with other related duties as required or assigned About you - What you'll bring to the ...
Will participate in new product design from concept to full production, tackle analog, audio ... * Assist with other related duties as required or assigned About you - What you'll bring to the ...
Will participate in new product design from concept to full production, tackle analog, audio ... * Assist with other related duties as required or assigned About you - What you'll bring to the ...
Not available What You'll Do Assist in the design and analysis of IT structured cabling, audio ... Work with experienced engineers to integrate technology into high performance buildings and ...
Not available What You'll Do Assist in the design and analysis of IT structured cabling, audio ... Work with experienced engineers to integrate technology into high performance buildings and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company ... of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company ... of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company ...
The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company ... of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company ...
The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company ... of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company ... of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company ... of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$16.60/hr
Company Overview Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a ... Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 384 owned-and-operated ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$16.60/hr
Company Overview Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a ... Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 384 owned-and-operated ...
Follow direction from producers, directors, engineers, and event leadership while communicating ... Reliable, punctual, and willing to assist outside a primary assigned role when needed.
Follow direction from producers, directors, engineers, and event leadership while communicating ... Reliable, punctual, and willing to assist outside a primary assigned role when needed.
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
... audio products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional quality from ... Provide feedback internally and directly to the suppliers. Assist suppliers and internal teams in ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
Follow direction from producers, directors, engineers, and event leadership while communicating ... Reliable, punctual, and willing to assist outside a primary assigned role when needed.
Evanston, IL · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
Follow direction from producers, directors, engineers, and event leadership while communicating ... Reliable, punctual, and willing to assist outside a primary assigned role when needed.
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An Assistant Audio Engineer supports the lead audio engineer in recording, editing, and mixing sound for music, film, television, or live events. Their tasks often include setting up equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, managing cables, and ensuring sound quality during sessions. They may also assist with sound effects, vocal tuning, and organizing audio files. This role is crucial for maintaining smooth operations in any audio production environment.
To thrive as an Assistant Audio Engineer, you need a solid understanding of audio recording, editing, mixing, and fundamental acoustics, often supported by relevant coursework or technical training. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live, as well as knowledge of microphones, consoles, and outboard gear, is highly valued. Excellent attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work collaboratively under deadline pressure set you apart in this role. These skills and qualities are vital to ensuring high-quality audio production and smooth teamwork in fast-paced studio or live environments.
A typical day for an Assistant Audio Engineer often involves setting up microphones and equipment, running sound checks, assisting lead engineers during recording sessions, and editing or organizing audio files. You may troubleshoot technical issues, manage session documentation, and help maintain the studio environment. Collaboration is a key part of the job, as you'll work closely with producers, musicians, and other studio staff to ensure sessions run smoothly. The role can require flexibility, with periods of intense focus during recording and downtime for equipment maintenance or editing between sessions.
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Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local broadcast television group in the United States and one of the world’s leading diversified media companies. In June 2023, Nexstar marked 27 years of excellence in local programming and service since Perry A. Sook founded the company. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) and their related low power and digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or more than 68% of all U.S. television households. Coupled with a growing portfolio of digital media marketing, advertising and content management platforms, Nexstar delivers powerful and innovative digital solutions and services to local and national media companies, advertisers, agencies and brands.
Broadcasting
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Irving, TX, US
1996
