Audio Engineer

Insignia Event Services; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Insignia Event Services is seeking an Audio Engineer to provide hands-on support for planning, coordination, and execution of audio for a variety of events, including Arizona Cardinals games, the Fiesta Bowl, and other premier live productions. The role collaborates with the production team to deliver high-quality sound across diverse events.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of audio experience, strong knowledge of professional systems, and a degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of audio-related work experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a large-venue facility.
• Experience leading teams and communicating effectively.
• Proficient with professional audio systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and manage multiple audio systems and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on Insignia Events audio systems.
• Understand fiber optic cabling, connectors, and signal flow at scale.
• Mix audio across diverse sources and destinations.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate equipment orders; manage repairs and return shipping.
• Research new technologies and equipment; recommend upgrades.
• Operate stadium audio systems during events and coordinate with partners.
• Communicate with event coordinators and clients throughout production.

Skills

Audio engineering

Live sound

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

L’Acoustics Soundvision

L’Acoustics Network Manager

QSC Q-sys Designer

Digico consoles

Yamaha consoles

Audinate Dante

Optocore Routing

Riedel Intercom & Bolero

Job description

Job Summary

Position: Audio Engineer - Full Time/Exempt

Reports to: Audio Manager

Summary: The Audio Engineer provides operational support for the planning, coordination, and execution of audio elements for Insignia Events. Working closely with the production team, this role helps ensure high-quality audio experiences across a diverse portfolio of events, including Arizona Cardinals home games, the Fiesta Bowl, other major sporting events, and a wide range of premier live events, programs, and guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting live sports and event production, a strong understanding of the operational demands of live events, and a solid working knowledge of professional audio systems and equipment. This individual is a collaborative team player who can adapt to changing event needs while helping deliver exceptional event experiences.

Primary Job Duties

• Ability to understand, operate, trouble shoot, various audio systems and equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance checks of Insignia Events audio systems
• Understand fiber optic cabling, connector types, and signal flow on a large scale
• Ability to mix audio with a multitude of source and destination types
• Monitor inventory, determine equipment needs, assist with equipment orders as necessary, schedule repair work and manage shipment and return of items in need of repair
• Assist with researching new technologies and equipment, recommend equipment purchases for upgrades to the audio systems and inventory
• Assist with the operation of stadium audio systems during football games and other live events
• Communicate with event coordinators and clients during all phases of production to ensure client needs are met in a timely fashion
• Attend pre-production and post event meetings with event coordinators and clients
• Supply events costs to event coordinators for preparation of final billing
• Coordinate with Stadium partners and vendors as needed during Audio projects
• Other duties as assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of Audio related work experience
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a large-volume, venue facility
• Excellent leadership, people management, problem solving and communication skills
• Must be creative, innovative, passionate, results-oriented with a commitment to excellence.
• Experience with Microsoft Office365 Software
• Certified and/or proficient in the following:
• L’Acoustics Soundvision
• L’Acoustics Network Manager
• QSC Q-sys Designer
• Digico consoles
• Yamaha consoles
• Audinate Dante
• Optocore Routing
• Riedel Intercom & Bolero
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and troubleshoot in a high stress, fast-paced, live production work environment
• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in related field
• Flexibility with work varying schedules including evenings, holidays, and weekends

All offers of employment at Insignia Event Services are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.