Audio/Show Control Technician

Canada's Wonderland; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent entertainment company seeks an Audio Technician for its innovative Splash Water Parade. The role involves maintaining live audio and show control systems, ensuring flawless performances across diverse venues. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in audio systems and troubleshooting, ready to support the dynamic environment of live entertainment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with live audio systems and show control software.
• Experience with QSYS in theme park environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair audio and control systems under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and operate audio systems and show control equipment.
• Conduct sound checks and calibrations for venue-specific needs.
• Document and communicate status of audio and show control systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

RF Frequency Coordination

Audio Systems Operation

Networked Audio Systems

Show Control Software

Live Audio Systems

Job description

Overview:

The Splash Water Parade is a groundbreaking touring production that combines singers, dancers, breathtaking water effects, cutting-edge technology, and dazzling performances. We’re looking for talented individuals with diverse technical, operational, and creative expertise to bring this spectacular parade to life.

Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Technical Director
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and operate audio systems and show control equipment.
• Conduct sound checks and calibrations to adapt to venue-specific needs.
• Coordinate with leadership on audio needs during assembly and tour phases.
• Execute maintenance, protection, and operation of audio and show control assets.
• Participate in float assembly/disassembly, load-in/load-out during tour moves.
• Coordinate site preparations, ensuring show control and audio needs are met at each location.
• Troubleshoot all technical failures having to do with audio or show control systems during rehearsals and performances. This includes power supplies to those systems.
• Document and communicate status of audio and show control systems, including maintenance schedules and incidents.
• Plan and implement modifications to parade audio and show control systems to adapt to venue-specific requirements.
• Program and manage audio and control cues in coordination with tour management.
• Pack and secure audio/show control equipment for transport between venues.
• Support cast with wireless mic use.
• Assist in refilling float water systems and water props as necessary

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with live audio systems and show control software in live entertainment or parades.
• Experience with QSYS as used in theme park environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair audio and control systems under time constraints.
• Understanding of RF frequency coordination and programming.
• Experience with networked audio systems.