Audio Specialist US

Solotech; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Career development

Well-being program

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Solotech is hiring an Audio Specialist to be the technical expert for live productions, systems integration, and wireless audio networking. You will support design, logistics, and execution of audio projects, overseeing RF systems and control racks, and consulting on client proposals.

You will work with production technicians on site, train staff and clients, and ensure quality across all wireless and audio networking components.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; specialized training in sound or audio is an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of live sound/production experience.
• Experience with audio networking, wireless tech, and com systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical expert on professional audio equipment, especially com systems and wireless tech.
• Oversee and execute build of intricate control racks and RF systems.
• Consult on RFP/RFQ submissions when needed.
• Propose solutions that fit Solotech standards for audio projects.
• Manage inventory preparation in the R2 system with coordinators.
• Oversee quality control for wireless systems and related products.
• Coordinate with production techs for event prep and on-site support.
• Train staff and clients as required.
• Perform integration, programming and configuration of equipment (mixers, processors, computers).

Skills

Audio networking

Wireless technology

Com systems

Customer service

Problem solving

Independence

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Sound/digital/audio training

Tools

R2 inventory software

Office 365

Job description

Why Solotech?

To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide.

Find out more at: www.solotech.com

The Audio Specialist is responsible forbeing a technical expert and resource to theproject managers and clients in thelatest wireless technology and audio networking. You provide supportregardingthe design,logistics, and execution of audio projects.

Your day will look like this:

• Act as a technical expert on all the professional audio equipment with an emphasis on com systems, wireless technology and audio networking.
• Oversee & execute the buildof intricate control racks and RF systems
• Occasionally consult on RFP/RFQ submissions
• Propose solutions to audio projects that fit within the scope of Solotech standards
• Complete lists of preparations in the inventory database (R2) with the coordinators
• Oversee&execute quality control for wireless systemsand associated products.
• Oversee & consult with production technicians on preparation of events in the warehouse
• Share knowledge with production technicians as they start work on events
• Act as a consultant and technical support for pre-productions events; remote troubleshooting and on event sites
• Perform integration, programming and configuration of the equipment: mixers, recording systems processors, computers, etc.
• Occasionally make ready all aspects of audio systems prior to client’s arrival
• Train the staff and clients as required

Your profile:

Education:

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Diploma specialized studies in sound, digital or audio or any deemed relevant training an asset

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the field of live sound, engineering, production
• Experience in drafting programs an asset
• Experience in a rental equipment company

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the R2 inventory software (an asset)
• Good knowledge of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Specific Requirements:

• Capacity to anticipate problems and to find solutions by respecting the operational processes and policies of the company
• Strong knowledge base in com systems, wireless technology and audio networking
• Keen eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate information in a logical and straightforward manner
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team
• Good ability to prioritize within tight deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure and to adapt to change
• Strong customer service skills
• Adept in other computer programs that may be required

Physical Requirements:

This is not an all-inclusive list but is intended to give an overview of the requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:

• Continually: Sit, walk, speak, and hear
• Continually: Type, write, and read
• Occasionally: Stand, carry, reach, lift and push up to 75 lbs.

Work Requirements:

• Time will be spent in a warehouse setting.
• Environment may be fast paced.

Our offer to you:

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan

• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off & referral program

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V