Audio Engineer

GBH; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GBH in Boston seeks a Freelance NABET Audio Engineer for post-production and studio support. The role centers on audio post-production with Pro Tools for GBH projects and external clients.

Candidates should have 5–10 years in audio post-production and studio recording, deep Pro Tools expertise, strong communication, and flexibility to handle varied tasks across the Production Group. Hybrid work includes some onsite days.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional experience in audio post-production and studio recording environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Pro Tools, audio plug-ins, signal flow, and broadcast standards.

Responsibilities

• Edit, track-lay, mix, and sweeten audio for broadcast and digital media using Pro Tools.
• Engineer narration sessions, design sound effects when needed, and deliver final mix deliverables to broadcast standards.
• Collaborate with Senior Post Production Manager and Post-Production Supervisors to realize the creative and technical vision for each project.
• Assist with studio and EFP live sessions and other duties as assigned.
• Work flexibly across multiple technical roles within The Production Group (cross-training provided).

Skills

Audio post-production

Studio recording

Communication skills

Tools

Pro Tools

Job description

GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.

At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and Wednesday, Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.

The GBH Production Group oversees GBH production and post-production operations and is comprised of two divisions:

GBH Studios which manage and staff studio and EFP production, Fraser Studio operations, GBH public spaces, and the remote studio at Boston Public Library.

GBH OutPost, which provides post-production services, including color-grading and online, audio mixing and sweetening, sound booth recording, and duplication/encoding operations.

Position Title: Freelance Audio Engineer (Post-Production & Studio Operations)

Affiliation: NABET Union

Position Overview

We are seeking a versatile Freelance NABET Audio Engineer to join our team. Primary responsibilities focus on audio post-production utilizing Pro Tools for both internal GBH productions and external client projects. In addition to post-production, this role involves cross-functional support for studio operations and basic technical maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Audio Post-Production & Mixing: Edit, track-lay, mix, and sweeten audio for broadcast and digital non-broadcast media using Pro Tools.
• Voiceover & Sound Design: Engineer narration sessions, design sound effects when needed, and deliver final mix deliverables compliant with industry broadcast standards.
• Collaborative Workflow: Partner closely with Senior Post Production Manager and Post-Production Supervisors to achieve the creative and technical vision for each project.
• Studio & Technical Support: Assist with studio and EFP live sessions and other duties as assigned.
• Adaptability: Work flexibly across multiple technical roles within The Production Group (cross-training provided).

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: 5-10 years of professional experience in audio post-production and studio recording environments.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Pro Tools, audio plug-ins, signal flow, and technical audio processing for broadcast standards.
• Mindset: Strong customer-service orientation, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to varied technical assignments and learn internal workflows.

Salary Range

N/A - N/A

Compensation offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and internal pay equity.

GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to [e-mail] or by calling 617-300-2000.