Mix live audio for stage and roaming performances * Perform daily rehearsal support consisting of ... Reading, writing, and math skills necessary to: Label equipment, control systems, cables, etc.
Mix live audio for stage and roaming performances * Perform daily rehearsal support consisting of ... Reading, writing, and math skills necessary to: Label equipment, control systems, cables, etc.
Audio Describer
$23.69/hr
Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills. * Ability to learn audio description equipment. * Ability to work with colleagues across the organization. Physical Ability: * Must be able ...
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Audio Describer
$23.69/hr
Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills. * Ability to learn audio description equipment. * Ability to work with colleagues across the organization. Physical Ability: * Must be able ...
Audio Describer
$23.69/hr
Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills. * Ability to learn audio description equipment. * Ability to work with colleagues across the organization. Physical Ability: * Must be able ...
Audio Describer
$23.69/hr
Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills. * Ability to learn audio description equipment. * Ability to work with colleagues across the organization. Physical Ability: * Must be able ...
... read on! The Role: * Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
... read on! The Role: * Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
Audio Engineer
Riverside, CA · On-site
... please read on! THE JOB Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
Audio Engineer
Riverside, CA · On-site
... please read on! THE JOB Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
Audio Describer
Ashland, OR · On-site
$23.69/hr
Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills. * Ability to learn audio description equipment. * Ability to work with colleagues across the organization. Physical Ability: * Must be able ...
Audio Describer
Ashland, OR · On-site
$23.69/hr
Excellent reading, spelling, vocabulary and editing skills. * Ability to learn audio description equipment. * Ability to work with colleagues across the organization. Physical Ability: * Must be able ...
... please read on! THE JOB Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
... please read on! THE JOB Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
Read, understand and communicate client floor plan layouts. * Supervise and assist outside contractors and production crews * Maintain inventory of all audio and video equipment. * Coordinate work ...
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Read, understand and communicate client floor plan layouts. * Supervise and assist outside contractors and production crews * Maintain inventory of all audio and video equipment. * Coordinate work ...
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Audio Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$21.64 - $24/hr
The Audio Engineer is a member of our Production Team. The role requires extensive knowledge of ... Must be able to read, see, hear, and speak English. * Must be able to independently travel to off ...
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Audio Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$21.64 - $24/hr
The Audio Engineer is a member of our Production Team. The role requires extensive knowledge of ... Must be able to read, see, hear, and speak English. * Must be able to independently travel to off ...
Part-Time A1 (Audio Technician)
Fargo, ND · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Ability to read audio plots and system diagrams * Knowledge of proper gain structure, EQ, and system optimization * Strong troubleshooting skills in live environments * Networking fundamentals (audio ...
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Part-Time A1 (Audio Technician)
Fargo, ND · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Ability to read audio plots and system diagrams * Knowledge of proper gain structure, EQ, and system optimization * Strong troubleshooting skills in live environments * Networking fundamentals (audio ...
Audio Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
... read on! The Role: * Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
Audio Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
... read on! The Role: * Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
Audio Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
... then please read on! WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO * Performs the Load-in & Out of band equipment and ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows
Audio Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
... then please read on! WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO * Performs the Load-in & Out of band equipment and ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows
Audio Engineer II
Franklin, TN · On-site
If your heart aligns with our mission and you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role, please keep reading. The Audio Engineer II reports to the Senior Audio Manager. The ...
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Audio Engineer II
Franklin, TN · On-site
If your heart aligns with our mission and you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role, please keep reading. The Audio Engineer II reports to the Senior Audio Manager. The ...
New
... then please read on! WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO * Performs the Load-in & Out of band equipment and ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows
... then please read on! WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO * Performs the Load-in & Out of band equipment and ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows
Audio Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$21.64 - $24/hr
The Audio Engineer is a member of our Production Team. The role requires extensive knowledge of ... Must be able to read, see, hear, and speak English. * Must be able to independently travel to off ...
Audio Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$21.64 - $24/hr
The Audio Engineer is a member of our Production Team. The role requires extensive knowledge of ... Must be able to read, see, hear, and speak English. * Must be able to independently travel to off ...
Audio Engineer II
Franklin, TN · On-site
If your heart aligns with our mission and you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role, please keep reading. The Audio Engineer II reports to the Senior Audio Manager. The ...
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Audio Engineer II
Franklin, TN · On-site
If your heart aligns with our mission and you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role, please keep reading. The Audio Engineer II reports to the Senior Audio Manager. The ...
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Overview Under the general direction of the Audio/Visual Manager, the Audio/Visual Technician is ... reader. * Accountability : Accepting responsibility that results in anticipation/prevention of ...
Overview Under the general direction of the Audio/Visual Manager, the Audio/Visual Technician is ... reader. * Accountability : Accepting responsibility that results in anticipation/prevention of ...
... A/V systems for our professional client base. Must perform exceptional "Customer Service ... read and manage schematic system flow documentation · Critical thinking and problem solving · ...
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... A/V systems for our professional client base. Must perform exceptional "Customer Service ... read and manage schematic system flow documentation · Critical thinking and problem solving · ...
Audio Visual Technician NE Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Set up and install ... Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks completed, to ...
Audio Visual Technician NE Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Set up and install ... Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks completed, to ...
Audio Video Technician
$20 - $25/hr
... cabling, reading plans to land locations, trimming wall plates, and installing speakers and ... Requirements We are looking for an audio-video technician with the following: * Experience with ...
Audio Video Technician
$20 - $25/hr
... cabling, reading plans to land locations, trimming wall plates, and installing speakers and ... Requirements We are looking for an audio-video technician with the following: * Experience with ...
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Anakeesta rating
5.7
Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
43rd of 58 rated theme parks
Job description
Imagine a rewarding career, working with the nicest people, surrounded by the best views Gatlinburg has to offer! Our award-winning theme park is looking for a full-time Audio Technician to join our technical team here at Anakeesta.
The ideal candidate would have a strong background in audio and is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the park audio systems, setting up live sound and recording equipment, making adjustments, testing equipment, and operating live productions. This position reports to the Technical Operations Manager.
Responsibilities
- Mix live audio for stage and roaming performances
- Perform daily rehearsal support consisting of audio and stage set up
- Perform pre and post show checks to ensure correct and smooth execution of the show
- Assist in audio equipment changeover for next show
- Manage daily audio system schedules
- Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of park audio systems along with related components
- Change audio programming and placement for special events and holidays
- Install, repair and terminate CAT5/6 cabling for audio systems
- Keep work area orderly, neat, safe, and well maintained
- Log all daily repairs and equipment needs
- Assist in other areas of the technical department as directed (lighting and video support)
- Drive company vehicles (cars, vans, utility vehicles, non-commercial trucks) to transport personnel and/or supplies
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience required which demonstrates the successful execution of similar duties and responsibilities in a theme park environment
- Good knowledge of indoor and outdoor technical theater equipment, installation, and operation
- Ability to operate, program, and troubleshoot technical equipment
- Experience and solid understanding of DMX cabling, setup, and troubleshooting
- Experience operating various audio systems and consoles
- Test, repair, and clean audio equipment
- Good working knowledge and understanding of electricity
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools such as voltmeters, soldering pencils and guns, clamp on digital multimeters, hand drills, electric saws, hammers, screw guns, wrenches, pliers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, ladders, etc.
- Reading, writing, and math skills necessary to: Label equipment, control systems, cables, etc.
- Understand related schematics, diagrams, blueprints, and manufacturer manuals
- Ability to initiate inventory lists, monthly maintenance reports of related equipment
- Ability to think clearly and react quickly and calmly to changes and/or emergency situations
- Must promote and support a “team” environment by cooperating and helping co-workers
- Able to hear, see, speak, and write English
- Must be able to hear well in a noisy or musical environment
- Must have required technical capacity and strong problem analysis/solving ability
- Able to get along with other employees to work out problems and resolve conflicts
- Able to maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules
- Must be able to move about, climb, bend, twist, kneel, stoop, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to adjust to outside temperatures ranging from 0 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit with fluctuations in humidity
- Must be able to climb and work comfortably in high positions up to 80 feet off the ground
- Working knowledge of basic networking equipment and application/configuration preferred
- Experience with SMPTE timecode preferred
- Ability to solder and do light PCB repair preferred
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- PTO your first year to ensure a healthy work-life balance
- Tiered medical, dental, and vision Insurance
- Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401K
- Free admission for employees and their immediate family
- Employee discounts on food and merchandise
- Generous pass exchange program with over 30 area attractions
If you meet the above qualifications, and would like join our team, we would love to receive your application!
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