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Concert Audio Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.

With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like ... Audio Control Boards operation * Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.

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$82.1K

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How much do concert audio jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for concert audio in Raleigh, NC is $82,098.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,600.00 and $109,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Concert Audio Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Concert Audio Engineer, you need strong knowledge of live sound principles, acoustics, and audio signal flow, often supported by relevant technical training or an audio engineering degree. Familiarity with mixing consoles, digital audio workstations, microphones, and sound reinforcement systems, as well as certifications like AVIXA CTS, are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help you adapt quickly during live events and collaborate with artists and crew. These skills ensure high-quality sound experiences and smooth event execution in dynamic, high-pressure concert environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in concert audio, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in concert audio often encounter challenges such as handling unexpected technical issues, adapting to varying venue acoustics, and coordinating with performers under tight time constraints. Effective management involves thorough pre-show sound checks, clear communication with musicians and production teams, and the ability to troubleshoot quickly during live events. Building strong relationships with colleagues and staying adaptable are key to ensuring high-quality sound and a successful concert experience.

What are concert audio engineers?

Concert audio engineers are professionals responsible for managing and controlling the sound at live music events. They set up, operate, and maintain sound equipment, such as microphones, speakers, and mixing consoles, to ensure the best possible audio quality for both the performers and the audience. Their job includes balancing levels, preventing feedback, and adapting to the acoustics of different venues. Concert audio engineers often work closely with artists, stage managers, and other technical staff to create an optimal live sound experience.

What is the difference between Concert Audio vs Sound Technician?

AspectConcert AudioSound Technician
CertificationsAudio engineering, live sound certificationsAudio engineering, live sound certifications
Work EnvironmentLarge venues, concerts, festivalsVaried settings including events, studios, theaters
Industry UsagePrimarily in live music and eventsBroadly in live events, recording, broadcasting
Job FocusDesigning, setting up, and operating sound systems for concertsSetting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining sound equipment

Concert Audio specialists focus on designing and operating sound systems specifically for live concerts and large events, ensuring optimal sound quality for audiences. Sound Technicians have a broader role, working across various live and recording environments, handling equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance. While both roles require similar certifications and skills, Concert Audio professionals specialize in large-scale live sound environments, whereas Sound Technicians work in diverse settings.

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Infographic showing various Concert Audio job openings in Raleigh, NC as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $82,098 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visitwww.livenationentertainment.com.

Live Nation's Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine's "50 Companies that Care". We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

The Role:

  • Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by performing the technical aspects related to the show(s) production. Assist in all on-site audio operations. While providing excellent professional service.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs the Load-in & Out of band equipment and rental equipment
  • Set Up and Break down of Band audio equipment
  • Cabling and patching / working together with the entire crew as a team
  • Audio adjustments, maintaining safe audio levels. While providing a professional mix
  • Audio Control Boards operation
  • Oversee visiting audio techs, especially during shows.
  • Responsible for Protecting /Maintenance and repair of Audio equipment
  • Assist with Production throughout the House as needed
  • Assist The Production Manager with the technical advance with Artists representatives
  • Ensure proper care and handling of all house and rental audio equipment
  • Interact with visiting production crews to ensure a successful show
  • Distribute or create audio plans
  • Oversee and operate systems pertaining to audio throughout the entirevenue
  • Ensure Special Events audio needs are scheduled, met and executed with the utmost profession attitude
  • Maintain a relationship with local & National Audio Vendors Maintenance and repair of sound, light and stage equipment
  • Assist production crew with stands, microphones, cables, etc.
  • Assist with any Special Events operations

Requirements:

  • 3 years minimum Tour and Stage Production experience.
  • Experience in pro audio systems
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
  • High School Diploma
  • Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
  • Work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case by case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from

Colorado. Similar positions located outside of

Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the CO EPEWA, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.