Senior Audio Engineer (Freelance)

Coca-Cola Arena; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai is seeking an experienced Audio Operations Lead to oversee the arena's Audio Department and related comms systems. You will lead a team, coordinate daily operations, and collaborate with production to deliver high-quality sound for live events.

The role demands hands-on expertise with large-scale sound systems, digital consoles, and industry tools, plus strong safety, organisation, and stakeholder-management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Audio Engineering or related AV discipline.
• Experience in professional audio, AV operations and live event production.
• Proficiency with industry tools and consoles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Audio Department, including team coordination, training, and daily operations.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot arena audio, communication, and radio systems.
• Mix and deliver high-quality audio for live events and productions.
• Collaborate with production teams and event organizers to provide AV solutions and technical support.
• Manage AV equipment maintenance, repairs, inventory, and safe storage.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and report equipment issues before and after events.
• Support event setup and ensure technical delivery is completed on schedule.
• Assist with budgeting, resource planning, and cost-effective technical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards and best practices.
• Provide on-site technical assistance to clients, organizers, and stakeholders.
• Liaise with external suppliers to maintain exceptional AV service standards.
• Act as Technical Supervisor/Manager when required.
• Monitor venue safety, report incidents, and maintain a secure event environment.
• Promote a strong safety culture through staff awareness, training, and risk management.

Skills

Audio engineering

Live event support

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Team collaboration

Health and safety

Education

Diploma in Audio Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Soundvision

d&b ArrayCalc

JBL Line Array

L-Acoustics Soundvision

DiGiCo

Avid

Yamaha

Allen & Heath

Clear-Com

Riedel

RF technologies

Digital audio systems

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Legends Global teams across the world are innate problem solvers and people who thrive on the excitement of developing events that create opportunity and connection. We are meticulous planners, innovative thinkers, relationship specialists and acutely experienced business leaders who love what they do.

At Legends Global, we love events, it's what we do. It's a part of our DNA and what drives us.

This role involves:

• Overseeing, managing and operating the operations of all the Arena Audio Department equipment and comms equipment.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Lead and support the Audio Department, including team coordination, training, and daily operations.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot arena audio, communication, and radio systems.
• Mix and deliver high-quality audio for live events and productions.
• Collaborate with production teams and event organizers to provide AV solutions and technical support.
• Manage AV equipment maintenance, repairs, inventory, and safe storage.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and report equipment issues before and after events.
• Support event setup and ensure technical delivery is completed on schedule.
• Assist with budgeting, resource planning, and cost-effective technical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards and best practices.
• Provide on-site technical assistance to clients, organizers, and stakeholders.
• Liaise with external suppliers to maintain exceptional AV service standards.
• Act as Technical Supervisor/Manager when required.
• Monitor venue safety, report incidents, and maintain a secure event environment.
• Promote a strong safety culture through staff awareness, training, and risk management.

As part of our commitment to national talent development, this position is open to UAE National applicants, and we strongly encourage qualified professionals to apply.

This role is on a freelancer agreement, and it requires the candidate to have their own visa / sponsorship. A detailed job description can be found below.

ABOUT YOU

Everyday our people are responsible for delivering extraordinary experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

You will have a shared values and people-centric mind set and genuinely want to make a difference. That's what makes you stand out from the crowd and why we want to meet with you.

You should have:

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Audio Engineering or related AV discipline

Experience and Technical Requirements:

• Proven experience in professional audio, AV operations, and live event production.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
• Experience using AutoCAD, Vectorworks, and audio prediction/modeling software such as Soundvision, d&b ArrayCalc, JBL, and L-Acoustics Soundvision.
• Strong working knowledge of digital mixing consoles, including DiGiCo, Avid, Yamaha, and Allen & Heath.
• Hands-on experience with JBL Line Array systems and large-scale audio deployments.
• Familiarity with Clear-Com and Riedel communications systems, networking, RF technologies, and digital audio systems.
• Demonstrated experience in AV equipment installation, operation, troubleshooting, and event support.
• Strong understanding of the Dubai entertainment, live events, and venue industry.
• IPath certification is an advantage.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to perform under pressure in a live event environment.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, clients, event organizers, and external suppliers.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and operational best practices.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Arabic is a plus.

Personal Qualities:

• Friendly and amicable personality.
• Excellent listening and communication skills at all levels.
• Excellent internal and external stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent personal presentation and grooming.
• Willingness to work as a team member and accept direction.
• Can do attitude without compromise of safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.