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Sonic Electronix

Car Audio Installer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Car Audio Installer Full-time Louisville, Kentucky, United States Sonic Electronix is an award-winning specialty retailer of car audio, headphones, and pro audio products. We began in 2000 with the ...

Sonic Electronix

Car Audio Installer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Car Audio Installer Full-time Louisville, Kentucky, United States Sonic Electronix is an award-winning specialty retailer of car audio, headphones, and pro audio products. We began in 2000 with the ...

Apple

Core Audio System Software Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

... Pro Audio, Streaming, and Music playback. The work you do here will be heard by hundreds of millions of people around the world. Description As a member of the Audio HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer ...

Shure Incorporated

$40.75 - $52.50/hr

Develop tailored proposals that clearly outline the benefits and value of Shure's pro audio solutions for each customer. * Sales Targets: Meet or exceed assigned sales targets and KPIs through ...

Redolent, Inc.

$95K - $129K/yr

... pro-audio hardware is preferred

Apple

Core Audio System Software Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$184K - $324K/yr

... Pro Audio, Streaming, and Music playback. The work you do here will be heard by hundreds of millions of people around the world. Description As a member of the Audio HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer ...

Livenation

Audio Engineer

Riverside, CA

Experience in pro audio systems, stage lighting and basic video systems. * Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. * Proficiency with all Microsoft applications * Must possess superior ...

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How much do pro audio jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for pro audio in the United States is $84,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are pro audio jobs?

Pro Audio jobs refer to careers that involve working with professional audio equipment and technology. These jobs can include roles such as audio engineers, sound technicians, mixing and mastering engineers, live sound engineers, and studio managers. Professionals in this field are responsible for recording, editing, mixing, and reproducing sound for music, film, television, live events, and other media. They use specialized equipment and software to ensure high-quality audio production and may work in studios, concert venues, broadcast facilities, or on location. Pro Audio jobs require technical expertise, attention to detail, and often a creative ear for sound.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pro audio engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pro Audio Engineer, you need a solid background in audio technology, acoustics, and signal flow, often supported by a degree or certification in audio engineering or a related field. Proficiency with digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools, audio consoles, microphones, and various outboard gear is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate with artists and technical teams. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality sound production and ensuring seamless live or recorded audio experiences.

What are some of the common challenges faced by professionals working in pro audio, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in pro audio often encounter challenges such as managing complex technical setups, meeting tight event or production deadlines, and ensuring high-quality sound in a variety of environments. Troubleshooting equipment issues under pressure and adapting to the acoustics of different venues are also frequent hurdles. To address these, it's important to stay up-to-date with the latest audio technology, develop strong problem-solving skills, and work collaboratively with event coordinators, performers, and other technical staff. Building experience and maintaining flexibility can help ensure smooth operations even in high-stress situations.

What is the difference between Pro Audio vs Audio Engineer?

AspectPro AudioAudio Engineer
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required; experience and knowledge are keyOften requires a degree or certification in audio engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentLive events, concerts, recording studios, broadcastRecording studios, live sound, post-production, broadcasting
Industry UsageUsed broadly in live sound, event production, and professional audio equipment setupPrimarily in recording, mixing, and mastering audio content

Pro Audio professionals focus on setting up, operating, and maintaining audio equipment for live events and installations, often without formal certifications. Audio Engineers typically have specialized education and work in recording, mixing, and post-production environments. While both roles require technical knowledge, Pro Audio emphasizes hands-on equipment handling, whereas Audio Engineers focus on sound quality and editing.

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Infographic showing various Pro Audio job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,456 per year, or $40.6 per hour.

Sales Design Engineer (Pro A/V Systems)

Canton, MA • On-site

L!VE Technologies and 3dx
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Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead technical discovery, system design, and scope definition for Pro A/V integration projects.

  • Define system architecture, signal flow, and design intent across audio, video, lighting, and control, and develop buildable scopes of work and system designs.

  • Partner with Project Managers and Install Leads during project execution and remain accountable through commissioning to verify systems meet design intent.

Job description

Sales Design Engineer (Pro A/V Systems) Location: Canton, MA (Onsite / Client Sites)
Compensation: Competitive base + commission + full benefits

Own the technical truth - from discovery through commissioning.

The Sales Design Engineer (SE) is responsible for technical discovery, system design, and scope definition for Pro A/V integration projects. You partner closely with Sales to shape solutions that are buildable, supportable, and profitable - and you remain accountable through commissioning to ensure systems perform as designed.

You do not carry a sales quota.
You do carry responsibility for technical accuracy, clarity at handoff, and system performance.

This role is ideal for a senior designer, engineer, or field leader who wants to influence outcomes upstream and ensure what gets sold can be delivered cleanly.

What Youll Own

  • Lead technical discovery alongside Sales during client meetings and site walks
  • Define system architecture, signal flow, and design intent across audio, video, lighting, and control
  • Develop clear, buildable scopes of work and system designs
  • Select equipment and platforms appropriate to use case, budget, and long-term support
  • Produce or review system documentation (single-lines, risers, rack concepts, narratives)
  • Validate feasibility, risk, and assumptions prior to proposal submission
  • Sign off on technical scope at handoff
  • Partner with Project Managers and Install Leads during execution
  • Remain accountable through commissioning to verify systems meet design intent

What You Are Not Responsible For

  • Owning client relationships or closing sales
  • Carrying a revenue quota
  • Day-to-day project management
  • Managing field crews or installation schedules

(You collaborate closely - you do not absorb these roles.)

What Success Looks Like

  • Systems are clearly defined, buildable, and delivered without rework
  • PMs and Install Leads receive clean, complete handoffs
  • Commissioning confirms performance matches intent
  • Sales trusts your technical judgment and scope discipline

Who Thrives Here

  • 47+ years of experience in Pro A/V systems design, engineering, or integration
  • Strong command of signal flow, system architecture, and integrated A/V platforms
  • Experience with design/build and consultant-led projects
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to Sales, PMs, installers, and clients
  • Comfortable balancing multiple projects with attention to detail

About High Output - Systems Integration

High Output, an Ansera solution, specializing in professional audio, video, lighting, and rigging systems for permanent installations and live production environments.

We believe great systems are built - not improvised - and that clean execution is a form of professionalism. Our work focuses on infrastructure that is reliable, intuitive to use, and dependable under real-world use - so technology never pulls focus from whats happening on stage, in the room, or on screen.

Headquartered in Canton, MA, with teams across New England and the Southeast, High Output combines Anseras systems integration rigor with the standards and hands-on execution of a tight-knit crew.

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Send your resume and a brief note about a system youre proud of - or one that taught you what not to do - to dhansen@highoutput.com.

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