Audio Engineer II

Austin PBS; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site workplace

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Austin PBS is seeking an experienced audio engineer to support internal productions and events. You will work in studios on shows like Central Texas Gardener, Austin InSight, Austin City Limits, and other projects, handling live sound, recording, and post-production.

The role requires ability to perform under pressure and be a reliable team member. You will report to the Audio Production Manager and collaborate with the VP of Production, engineers and a production crew.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related field.
• Calrec experience preferred.
• DiGiCo experience preferred.
• Dante Level 3 Certification preferred.
• Pro Tools mixing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audio Console operation in studios and control rooms.
• Mic talent with wireless or wired mics.
• Set up and break down of equipment for events.
• Advance audio needs for shows and events when assigned.
• Cabling and patching with the crew as a team.
• Set up and operate audio for events with multiple mics and feeds.
• Mix audio in post using Pro Tools.
• Maintain care of all company and rental equipment.
• Meet production and special event audio needs with professional attitude.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings.

Skills

Live audio

Audio post-production

Studio recording

Pro Tools

Team player

Problem solving

Google Suite

Education

5+ years in related field

Calrec experience preferred

DiGiCo experience preferred

Dante Level 3 Certification preferred

Pro Tools mixing experience preferred

Tools

Pro Tools

Calrec

DiGiCo

Dante Level 3 Certification

Job description

Description

Austin PBS seeks an experienced audio engineer. This is an audio support role for all of Austin PBS internal productions and internal/external events. In particular, you will regularly work in studio on internal productions including Central Texas Gardener, Austin InSight, Austin City Limits and Overheard with Evan Smith. You will also work on audio post-production specifically for the internal productions mentioned as well as other special projects, events and productions. Applicants must be able to function in a high-pressure environment and be a team player. Applicants must demonstrate a proficient background in live audio, audio recording and audio post-production. Added experience in television, music and/or digital production is a plus. You will report to and will work closely with our Audio Production Manager and VP of Production.

At Austin PBS, you’ll do meaningful work with a team of passionate coworkers. You will work on our numerous award-winning shows as well as countless special productions and events. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Audio Console operation (sound reinforcement and/or recording) in studios and control rooms.
• Mic talent with wireless or hardwire mic (lav, boom etc.)
• Set up and break down of band and event equipment (stands, microphones, cables, etc).
• Advance audio needs for shows and events when assigned.
• Cabling and patching / working and collaborating together with the entire crew as a team.
• Set up and operate audio for events and productions with audio consoles, IFB feeds, RF and hardwire mics, RF and hardwire IFBs and PA.
• Mix audio in post using Pro Tools
• Ensure proper care and handling of all company and rental audio equipment.
• Ensure Production and Special Event audio needs are met and executed with the utmost professional attitude.
• Attend and actively participate in station, department and show production meetings

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience working in a related field
• Dante Level 3 Certification preferred
• Calrec experience preferred
• DiGiCo experience preferred
• 4+ years of Pro Tools mixing experience preferred

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of television production concepts, principles, methodology, and techniques
• Knowledge of professional audio production, audio post-production procedures, and audio standards in broadcast/digital production environment
• Collaborative decision-making skills
• Can take direction and be a team player
• Proficient in Google suite
• Exhibit an understanding of public media mission and values
• Work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels
• Ability to work non-standard hours (night, weekends) and overtime as necessary
• Ability to lift or carry equipment
• Regularly operate audio and computer equipment
• Regularly interact and exchange information with others, both verbal and written

Work is primarily done on-site.