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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for manager audio engineer in the United States is $55.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $74.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Manager Audio Engineer, you need expertise in audio engineering principles, mixing and mastering techniques, and a background in music production or sound technology—often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Proficiency with industry-standard digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and familiarity with studio equipment is essential. Leadership, project management, and strong communication skills help you coordinate teams and deliver projects on time. These abilities ensure high-quality audio production, smooth workflow, and effective collaboration in demanding studio or live environments.

What is the difference between Manager Audio Engineer vs Audio Engineer?

AspectManager Audio EngineerAudio Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in audio engineering or related field, plus management experienceUsually holds a degree or certification in audio production or engineering
Work EnvironmentLeads teams in recording studios, broadcast facilities, or live event settingsOperates audio equipment in studios, live venues, or post-production facilities
ResponsibilitiesOversees audio projects, manages staff, coordinates schedulesRecords, mixes, and edits audio content

While both roles require technical audio skills, the Manager Audio Engineer focuses on leadership and project management, whereas the Audio Engineer concentrates on technical audio production tasks.

What are Manager Audio Engineers?

Manager Audio Engineers are professionals who oversee the technical and creative aspects of audio production within a team or organization. They are responsible for managing audio engineers, coordinating audio projects, ensuring high-quality sound recording and mixing, and maintaining audio equipment. In addition to their technical expertise, they often handle administrative duties such as scheduling, budgeting, and training staff. Their work is essential in industries like music, film, broadcasting, and live events to ensure seamless audio experiences.

How does a Manager Audio Engineer typically balance hands-on technical work with team leadership responsibilities?

As a Manager Audio Engineer, you'll often split your time between directly overseeing audio production and guiding your team. It's common to handle complex or high-priority audio engineering tasks while also mentoring junior engineers, scheduling project timelines, and ensuring quality standards are met. You’ll collaborate closely with producers, directors, and other technical departments to align audio output with project goals. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills and the ability to delegate effectively, ensuring both technical excellence and team growth.
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Audio Engineering & Music Technology

Audio Engineering & Music Technology

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Watertown, SD

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Audio Engineering & Music Technology
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Title: Audio Engineering & Music Technology ID: 1875 Department: Audio Engineering Type: Adjunct Faculty Location: Technical Education Center Posting: 05/15/2026 Initial Screening: POOL Open Until Filled: Yes
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Audio Engineering & Music Technology

JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: N/A
Compensation: $1,070.32 per credit hour
Employee category: Adjunct Faculty
Department: Audio Engineering
Reports to: Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
FLSA status: Exempt
Job Code: AA002Adjunct
Location: Primarily Technical Education Center (TEC), but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
SUMMARY
Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is currently searching for Adjunct faculty to teach courses selected from the following areas: music technology, audio ear training, live sound, multimedia production (including audio, video, and lighting components), audio for non-musical applications (including audio for video, podcasting, and game audio), and music business.
This is a POOL position, with immediate need for the Fall 2026 semester. Application materials for this adjunct position are accepted on an ongoing basis.
POSITION DESCRIPTION

  • Provide instruction, activities, assignments, and assessments to adequately cover the Audio Engineering Department Student Learning Objectives for the specific course(s) taught.
  • Use teaching methods that emphasize application, cooperation, and collaboration, and engage students actively in their studies, encouraging them to become independent learners with higher-order thinking skills.
  • Organize and explain content using methods that are appropriate to students with differing abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiences.
  • Assign and provide feedback for in and out-of-class work; monitor student progress.
  • Perform adequate assessment and analysis of assessment according to college requirements.
  • Reflect on and evaluate the effectiveness of one's own pedagogy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Depending on the class taught, selected from:
  • Experience with, and ability to teach DAW-based music production in ProTools, Cubase, Logic, and Ableton Live.
  • Experience with, and ability to teach a wide variety of virtual instruments and synthesis types common in the industry.
  • Experience with audio ear-training concepts and teaching experience in that area.
  • Experience with professional concert-level sound systems, and the ability to teach FOH and monitor setup and mixing.
  • Familiarity with, and the ability to teach digital video production, lighting concepts, shooting and editing (using Final Cut and Premiere).
  • Familiarity with, and the ability to teach audio for video (production sound and post-production).
  • Familiarity with, and the ability to teach a variety of audio for non-musical topics, including podcasting, corporate event production, and game audio.
  • Experience with, and ability to teach small and large format analog and digital mixers and signal flow.
  • Experience with, and ability to teach outboard studio hardware.
  • Ability to teach audio theory.
  • Ability to teach computer and technology literacy relevant to music technology and audio engineering.
  • Ability to teach music notation software (Musescore).
  • Experience with, and the ability to teach the state and business of the music industry.
  • Experience setting up microphones for studio recording of typical rock and pop music instruments.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to arrive on time and be ready to teach course(s) during scheduled times.
  • Ability to prepare curricular materials to convey learning objectives to students.
  • Ability to effectively utilize Blackboard for posting assignments, assessing students, performances, and grading.
  • Ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
  • Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work with students, staff, and faculty.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in audio engineering, music technology, music composition (with a technology emphasis) or a related field.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in audio recording or music technology.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in audio engineering, music technology, or a related field.
  • Three (3+) or more years of professional experience in studio recording/mixing.
  • Two (2+) or more years of college-level teaching experience.
  • Experience with a Learning Management System such as Blackboard.
  • Experience in learner-centered pedagogy.

WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally push or lift items. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK SCHEDULE
Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours. Your appointment is contingent on sufficient enrollments, or on program and scheduling changes. Hold all class sessions according to schedule.
To Apply

Visit www.kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions.

  • Read the job announcement carefully, noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all the documents listed as required.
  • If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts.
  • Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee.
  • Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree.
  • Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application.
  • Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required.
  • A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring manager.
  • Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.


***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised as additional duties and responsibilities are developed.
KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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