Audio Production Engineer - On-Call

Southern California Public Radio; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

LAist is seeking an on-call Audio Engineer to record, edit, mix and master radio programs and on-demand shows. You will work with producers to deliver high-quality content for in-studio, remote and online platforms, ensuring top-notch audio fidelity and efficient workflows.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years in audio, strong ProTools and broadcast experience, and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure. On-site role in Pasadena with standard compensation for hourly work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recording engineering or 5+ years experience as broadcast/recording engineer.
• 5+ years experience in audio recording, mixing, editing, post production, with 2+ years in broadcast/podcast.
• Troubleshooting complex audio for radio programs.
• Experience operating public address systems.

Responsibilities

• Record, edit, mix and master audio for radio programs and on-demand content.
• Transmit live remote programming using POTS/ISDN codecs with quality audio.
• Serve as Technical Director for ongoing projects, ensuring quality control.
• Perform studio engineer tasks, including control board operations and internet audio processing.
• Set up and monitor equipment for broadcast, including AoIP and ISDN lines.
• Prepare program material for air and digital platforms.
• Record, edit, sweeten, mix and master audio with voice talents and SFX.
• Provide technical support for SCPR studios and affiliates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recording engineering

5+ years of work experience in audio

Tools

ProTools

POTS/ISDN codecs

Wide Orbit automation

Job description

This On-Call position is responsible for, but not limited to recording, editing and mixing various radio programs (both pre-recorded and live-radio shows) and digital on-demand shows for SCPR/LAist, and working with show producers to produce high quality radio programs and podcast episodes.

Expected Compensation Range:

$31.00 - $33.00 per hour. The exact salary rate is determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.

Location:

On-Site

Application Process:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Position Responsibility:

• Record, edit, mix and master, and maintain audio elements to produce high-quality audio for special radio programs, operating in-studio live radio programs, on-demand programs and remote sound recordings.
• Transmit live remote programming utilizing POTS and ISDN codecs. Creative use of microphones, mixing boards and ancillary equipment to insure that the highest audio quality possible is delivered to distribution channels.
• Act as Technical Director for on-going projects providing quality control for recording, editing, mastering and distribution.
• Perform studio engineer functions including control board operation; processing audio for Internet distribution; operating CDR duplication equipment.
• Establish, calibrate and monitor any equipment necessary for radio broadcast, including ISDN lines, signal processing and various broadcast recording formats, as well as audio over IP (AoIP).
• Prep necessary program material for air and digital platforms, including program sound management, and music supervision.
• Perform sound recording and postproduction, including sweetening, editing, mixing; also working with voice talents and incorporating SFX.
• Provide technical support for special programs and SCPR studios, and affiliates through triage and troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in recording engineering OR 5+ years of work experience as a broadcast or recording engineer.
• 5+ years of work experience in audio: recording, mixing, editing, post production industry, and at least two years experience in the broadcast and podcast industry and working with on-demand shows.
• Direct experience in troubleshooting complex audio, including editing, sweetening and final mixing for radio programs.
• Experienced in operating public address systems.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Computer literate with experience using PC and Mac platforms.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of broadcast radio operations and program production, including direct experience in engineering for Live-radio and Remotes.
• Solid working experience in audio systems including mixing consoles, mics, patchbays, routers, signal processing, record/playback machines.
• Expert fluency in ProTools and other digital audio workstations.
• High proficiency in post production, editing, mixing, and mastering.
• Solid experience and knowledge in radio delivery systems including Wide Orbit automation for “on-air” program delivery.
• Solid understanding of the audio signal flow and sound propagation.
• Pro-active self-starter –must be highly self-motivated, and able to work independently and perform well under pressure.

Reporting To This Position:

None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical Demands:
• Required to move about in an office environment
• Reach with hands and arms
• Balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
• Working Conditions:
• Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions

LAist is diverse in race, ethnicity, language, culture, social class, national origin, religious and political belief, age, ability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation in addition to other markers protected by law.

At LAist, we strive to create an inclusive environment where we all feel pride in who we are and what we do. We are encouraged to show up as we are – always embracing and recognizing that our diversity is what brings us together. Our fundamental commitment to diversity:

• Enriches LAist and provides an atmosphere in which all human potential is valued
• Promotes learning through interactions among people of different backgrounds and many perspectives, and
• Enables the organization to prepare all employees to promote social responsibility, equity, freedom, and productive citizenship in a global society

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage you to apply.

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