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Audio Engineer and A/V Systems Technician
Job no: 561418
Work type: Staff
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Job No: 561418; 08/21/2026
Audio Engineer and A/V Systems Technician
Equipment Technician II, ElectronicCollege of Arts and Letters/A&L Productions
Salary Range: $4,595 - $6,694/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary: $4,595/Monthly)
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; non-exempt classification; temporary position, expires on or before one year from start date; may be extended; may become permanent.
Essential Functions: Under the direct supervision of the Chair of the Department of Music and as part of a collaborative team of performing arts and equipment technicians in several departments within the College of Arts and Letters, the Audio Engineer and A/V Systems Technician will oversee the audio systems and equipment and their use in the performing arts venues and classrooms within the College. Includes comprehensive support services involving multiple disciplines in audio, recording, video, and streaming both for live performances and in recording studio settings. Serves as staff audio lead for the performing arts facilities and venues, providing support and infrastructure for academic production, concerts, and recitals, as well as supporting the needs of faculty and guest artists/designers. The Audio Engineer and A/V Systems Technician works closely with the College Technical Director to support the operations and maintenance of the performing arts venues, classrooms, and related academic spaces. While continuing to report to the Chair of the Department of Music, this position will have secondary reporting to the College Technical Director, who serves as project manager for maintenance, upgrade, and repair of various College of Arts and Letters facilities in the arts and performing arts, for facilities-related projects and their operational and maintenance needs; project workloads typically coincide with related assignments during winter and summer sessions and during academic breaks, while facilities operational needs are ongoing. Maintains audio, video, streaming, and recording-related shop, stage, and classroom equipment. Recommends the purchase of audio, recording, and backstage communications equipment for the performance venues, classrooms, and music studio/production stations. Manages audio equipment, support, and supplies for the performing arts venues, including assigning available equipment to various theatrical, dance, music, college, and rental events scheduled in the same. Coordinates with College Technical Director on scheduling of events to ensure adequate physical resources and labor staffing are available. Supervises stage and event crews, which include casual workers, student workers, and students completing coursework for credit. Trains and supervises students and employees on the operation, care, and maintenance of audio consoles and audio/video/streaming equipment and support systems in the performing arts venues. Maintains a safe work environment. Models and practices safe work habits.
Required Qualifications & Experience: Four years professional experience in live audio engineering, studio recording, acoustic engineering, audio system design and installation, audio editing, and/or similar support for live or recorded entertainment, or a bachelor's degree in Theatre, Music, Recording Arts and Technology, Audio/Sound Design, or related field, plus two years professional experience. Familiarity with audio reinforcement and recording systems, both digital and analog. Experience with audio recording and editing software and apps. Familiarity with a variety of musical instruments, their handling and care, and how they interface with electronic audio systems and facility/venue acoustics. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. High degree of independence within a complex team of co-workers, creativity and ingenuity for solving technical problems, and high level of attention to detail, including excellent record-keeping skills. Computer literacy skills: typing, word processing, cloud use and navigation, internet use and navigation, emails and email management, peripheral/component use and configuration. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications: Certification in specialty audio systems and technology, such as Dante Certification for digital audio/video/networking systems or in L-Acoustics equipment and sound systems. Advanced degrees or certification(s) in audio technology, audio engineering, acoustics, recording engineering, or related fields. Experience working for a theatre, repertory, stock company, production company, or entertainment organization engaged in audio systems design, installation, maintenance, and application. Professional audio design or recording experience for theatre, film, television, or a related media/entertainment field. Familiarity with computer-aided design and drafting software. Experience with video equipment and/or streaming software and applications.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 4, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
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