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Fuku

Senior Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

... sound design, and final delivery. - Ensure all video content aligns with Bloomberg's brand ... Job requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Film, Media, Communications, or a related field. - Minimum ...

Purdue University

Lecturer, Dance

West Lafayette, IN · On-site

Costume design, technical direction, lighting design and sound design are just some of the possible ... Film and Video. To learn more, go to: Procedure Candidates should submit application materials ...

Fuku

Senior Video Editor

New York, NY

O versee the entire post-production process, including editing, color correction, sound design, and ... B achelor's degree in Film, Media, Communications, or a related field. * M inimum of 5 years of ...

Premiermarketingus

Strong eye for visual storytelling, typography, color grading, and sound design. * Bachelor's degree in Film, Media Production, Marketing, Communications, or equivalent hands‑on experience. #J ...

Exa

Creative Video Producer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $220K/yr

... and design super high performant vector databases to retrieve over it. We now power search for ... Own launch videos end to end - concept, film, sound, edit, ship - often inside a launch week

Premiermarketingus

Social Media Editor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Strong eye for visual storytelling, typography, color grading, and sound design. * Bachelor's degree in Film, Media Production, Marketing, Communications, or equivalent hands‑on experience. #J ...

Evolve Media

Video Sales Executive

San Francisco, CA · On-site

It all starts with intelligent, targeted concept and design, which is then executed by our award ... This along with our state-of-the-art film / sound studio in South San Francisco are strong tools ...

COGSWELL COLLEGE LLC

Adjunct Faculty DAT

San Jose, CA · On-site

$3.0K - $4.5K/mo

Experience working with industry-standard audio software such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or similar DAWs for creating sound design, music production, or audio mixing for games, film, or interactive ...

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How much do trainee film sound design jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee film sound design in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Film Sound Design vs Junior Film Sound Editor?

AspectTrainee Film Sound DesignJunior Film Sound Editor
CredentialsBasic knowledge of sound design, often in training or courseworkExperience with editing software, some industry training
Work EnvironmentLearning environment, assisting sound designersEditing sound clips, preparing audio for final mix
Industry UsageEntry-level role in sound post-productionSupporting role in editing department, often overlapping with sound design

While both roles involve working with audio in film production, a Trainee Film Sound Design focuses on learning sound design principles and assisting senior sound designers, whereas a Junior Film Sound Editor primarily handles editing and assembling audio clips. The roles often overlap in training and industry usage, but the Trainee role emphasizes learning sound design techniques, while the Junior Sound Editor concentrates on editing tasks.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Film Sound Design job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,530 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Technician, Sound & Film Resources

Manhattan, NY • On-site

The New School
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about The New Schoolexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Join The New School
At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.
POSITION/ROLE OVERVIEW
Parsons School for Design, a division of The New School, seeks a Full-time Technician for Sound Film Resources for the Making Center. Parsons Making Center is a collection of more than 70,000 sq.ft. of labs, shops, studios, and open workspaces that provide curricular support for making across a broad range of mediums and disciplines and support experimentation and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Technician should be a personable, proactive, detail-oriented individual who will become integral to the daily workings of the facilities within the Making Center, with the ability to learn new skills and technologies as needed. This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment that runs year-round. The Technician will interface with students and faculty daily and work with Making Center staff to support multiple processes and resources for all users in a range of making spaces, including sound & video production studios and equipment resources, filmmaking equipment center, and production facilities and studios.
This is an administrative position, governed by a Local 1205 Teamsters Professional union contract, that reports to the Assistant Director, Sound and Filmmaking Operations.
CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversee daily workings of the Making Center facilities as assigned and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment and a respectful shop culture for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Provide a high level of customer service, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor and attitude in all interactions with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Work with other Making Center staff on the troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation, and continuous operation of a variety of hardware/software technologies and stay current with relevant technology and developments within the field.
  • Assist supervisor and Making Center Leadership with the following:
    • Support faculty and students
    • Lead demo sessions about various pieces of equipment
    • Make hardware/software purchase and process recommendations
    • Create and update web page content
    • Create and conduct orientations, trainings, and tours
    • Participate in the onboarding process for new technician staff through peer-to-peer trainings and skills sharing
    • Maintain administrative systems for scheduling, record keeping, inventories, and metrics tracking.
    • Provide support for store and tool checkout functions as related to assigned areas
    • Supervise student workers, including training, tracking accountability, and assigning tasks during shifts
    • Become proficient in Web Check Out or current equipment management system within the first 6 months of employment
    • Create clear, accurate, user-friendly technical documentation, signage, and instructions for labs and equipment
  • Assist with facility improvement projects, shows and installations, and special Making Center, program, school or Parsons-wide initiatives as needed.
  • Adapt to changes in the work environment; meet deadlines and anticipate facility and checkout center needs, adjusting approach and prioritizing competing demands.
  • Ability to be proactive in addressing facility needs, including but not limited to maintaining organized workspaces, tracking inventory locations, and monitoring Technician communication networks.
  • Properly use ladders and other hardware to support facility needs.
  • Maintain audio and filmmaking equipment, studios, and materials.
  • Maintain audio and filmmaking interfaces and software in labs.
  • Perform audio and filmmaking inventory, prepare checkouts, and perform logistics and deliver to classrooms as needed.
  • Completion of university-required staff training and necessary COF's for all Making Center Facilities within the first 6 months of employment.
  • Attend regularly scheduled Making Center staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • A Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant or professional experience within the industry.
  • Flexible schedule - ability to work non-traditional schedules that include nights and weekends, in addition to schedule shifts with semester changes.
  • Knowledge of a variety of analog and digital filmmaking processes, be familiar with practices related to current media practices - including: analog/experimental/digital audio and filmmaking processes, digital input/output, studio and on-location lighting, experience and knowledge of working with sound recording.
  • Technical knowledge of analog and digital technologies, including but not limited to 16mm film cameras, digital video/cinema equipment, audio recording equipment, studio and on-location lighting and grip equipment, projectors, steadicams,, media players, mac mini(s), tablets and other smart devices.
  • Full comprehensive experience in maintaining and troubleshooting equipment/tools.
  • Understanding of working in a cross-platform (Windows and macOS) environment, with a working knowledge of large-scale hardware and software deployment, network systems, color calibration/profiling.
  • Direct experience with Adobe Creative Cloud,, Google Docs, Audio production processes and equipment & software including Pro Tools.
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, close attention to detail, and strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Strong ability to assist students working in an interdisciplinary and/or experimental manner from concept to fabrication.
  • Ability to handle objects weighing up to 25 lbs and on occasion may be expected to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Knowledge of Webcheckout or comparable equipment management systems.
  • Knowledge of Motion Capture and Augmented/Virtual Reality practices.
  • A desire to learn new skills and processes related to Parsons Making Center initiatives.

WORK MODE
This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement. #LI-ONSITE
SALARY
$28.52 per hour/$51,906.40 per annum
WHY JOIN US?
This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that's reshaping the future of higher education. You'll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.
BENEFITS AT THE NEW SCHOOL
The New School is committed to supporting the well-being and success of our faculty and staff. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their eligible dependents. Highlights include:
Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Wellness
  • Retirement plan administered by TIAA
  • Qualified Transportation Expense Plan

Work-Life Balance
  • Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day
  • Paid holidays and floating holidays
  • Workmode & Telework Policy (if applicable)

Professional Growth
  • Career advancement and professional development opportunities
  • Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations
  • Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents

Additional Perks
  • Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
For full consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter in your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!

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