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Flyspace Productions LLC

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 ... Operate FOH or monitor mixing consoles during live events, ensuring optimal sound quality.

The Buckley School

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Live Events Technical Director and Audio Engineer The Buckley School, Los Angeles' oldest K-12 ... Supervise and configure systems for live streaming, multi-camera events, and sound reinforcement as ...

The Buckley School

$96K - $120K/yr

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Live Events Technical Director and Audio Engineer The Buckley School, Los Angeles' oldest K-12 ... Supervise and configure systems for live streaming, multi-camera events, and sound reinforcement as ...

Apple

Audio Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The Audio Engineer is a hands on technical leadership role responsible for delivering premium live and broadcast audio experiences for Apple's Worldwide Events. This role owns the operation ...

Paisley Park

On Call Audio Engineer

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

Become an Audio Engineer for Paisley Park, where art, music, events, fashion, culture, and history ... Efficiently run all sound aspects during events, performances, and productions. * Working with ...

Apple, Inc.

Audio Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The Audio Engineer is a hands on technical leadership role responsible for delivering premium live and broadcast audio experiences for Apple's Worldwide Events. This role owns the operation ...

Flyspace Productions LLC

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 ... Operate FOH or monitor mixing consoles during live events, ensuring optimal sound quality.

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Sound Tech Engineer

Encounter Church Atlanta

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Part-time

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Job description


Sound Tech Engineer
Classification: Independent Contractor (1099)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Compensation: Project-based / Per service
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Audio Engineering or Music Production preferred
Position Overview
Encounter Church Atlanta is seeking a skilled Sound Tech Engineer to provide professional audio services for Sunday worship services, special events, and ministry gatherings. This is an independent contractor position compensated on a project/per-service basis. The ideal candidate brings technical excellence and a heart for ministry, understanding that quality sound is a form of service to God and congregation alike.
Responsibilities
•     Operate front-of-house (FOH) audio system during live worship services and events
•     Manage in-ear monitor (IEM) and stage monitor mixes for worship team and speakers
•     Conduct pre-service soundchecks and coordinate audio needs with worship team leads
•     Set up and break down audio equipment in accordance with service schedules
•     Route and support livestream/broadcast audio in coordination with the media team
•     Troubleshoot audio issues efficiently and discreetly during live services
•     Maintain cleanliness and organization of the tech booth and stage
•     Communicate proactively with worship and production leadership on technical needs
Qualifications

Required
•     4+ years of demonstrated experience operating live sound in a church, event, or venue setting
•     Proficiency with digital mixing consoles (e.g., Behringer X32/M32, Yamaha CL/QL, Allen & Heath)
•     Working knowledge of gain structure, EQ, compression, and effects in a live environment
•     Strong critical listening skills, particularly in a worship music context
•     Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to scheduled services and rehearsals
•     Alignment with Encounter Church’s faith values and ministry culture
Preferred
•     Bachelor’s Degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, or a related field
•     Studio production and music recording experience, including session tracking, mixing in a DAW environment, and signal chain management
•     Keyboard proficiency and working knowledge of MIDI, virtual instruments, or keys-based worship production
•     Familiarity with Dante/AVB audio networking or digital stage boxes
•     Experience with ProPresenter, Reaper, or live broadcast/streaming audio
•     Background in worship production or professional AV environments
•     Ability to read chord charts or basic musical notation
Contractor Terms
•     This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement; no benefits are provided
•     Compensation is negotiated per service or project; invoicing is contractor’s responsibility
•     Contractor is responsible for their own tax withholding and self-employment taxes
•     Engagement is at-will and may be structured as ongoing or event-specific

Typical Service Commitment
•     Sunday services  (11:00 AM) — arrive approximately 3 to 4 hours prior to service start
•     Midweek rehearsals (Thursdays at 8:00 PM) as scheduled with the worship leader and team
•     Special services: conferences, revivals, holiday services, and community events