Technical Specialist D (Recording Assistant - DDMAL)

McGill University; Strathcona; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal invites applications for a part-time Audio Recording Assistant to support the LinkedMusic research project. You will help with equipment setup, microphone placement for choir and ensemble sessions, and basic troubleshooting.

You will monitor levels, back up and label recordings, transport equipment, and assist participants during sessions. The role requires hands-on mic/DAW experience, reliability, teamwork, and ability to lift gear, with sessions around ensemble

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with microphones, audio interfaces and a DAW.
• Experience with live or ensemble recording, ideally choirs or vocal groups.
• Familiarity with McGill's on-campus recording spaces and equipment.
• Good organization, reliability and documentation habits.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Ability to follow procedures and to lift and carry equipment.
• Availability for sessions scheduled around ensemble rehearsals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with equipment setup and teardown, including stands, risers and cables.
• Assist with microphone placement for choir and ensemble sessions.
• Set up monitoring and perform basic equipment checks and troubleshooting.
• Monitor levels and keep a session log.
• Back up and transfer files and label recordings and metadata following project conventions.
• Transport and store equipment.
• Support participants and performers during sessions.

Skills

Microphones

Audio interfaces

DAW

Live/ensemble recording

Choirs/vocal groups

Organization

Reliability

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Follow procedures

Lift/carry equipment

Session scheduling

Education

High School Diploma

3 Years Related Experience

Tools

DAW software

Job description

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).Hiring Unit:Schulich School of Music - Department of Music Research - DDMALPosition Summary:Assist the recording engineer and research team in preparing and running recording sessions for the LinkedMusic research project.Typical Functions :Help with equipment setup and teardown, including stands, risers and cables;Assist with microphone placement for choir and ensemble sessions;Set up monitoring and perform basic equipment checks and troubleshooting;Monitor levels and keep a session log;Back up and transfer files and label recordings and metadata following project conventions;Transport and store equipment;Support participants and performers during sessions.Qualifying skills and abilities :Hands-on experience with microphones, audio interfaces and a DAW;Experience with live or ensemble recording, ideally choirs or vocal groups;Familiarity with McGill's on-campus recording spaces and equipment;Good organization, reliability and documentation habits;Good communication and teamwork;Ability to follow procedures and to lift and carry equipment;Availability for sessions scheduled around ensemble rehearsals.Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 on a scale of 0-4 .For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here .Minimum Education and Experience:High School Diploma 3 Years Related ExperienceHourly Salary:(AMUSE D) $18.92Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:5 (Part time)Position Start Date:2026-11-02Position End Date:2027-04-30Deadline to Apply:2026-10-20This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail] .