Audio/Visual Production Lead - Posted August 11, 2026

Capitol Theatre; Yakima (WA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Capitol Theatre in Yakima is seeking an Audio/Visual Production Lead to oversee sound and video for the Capitol and 4th Street Theatres. You will lead the audio/visual crew, coordinate with touring crews and renters, and train staff to deliver high-quality performances.

In this hands-on leadership role, you will troubleshoot AV systems, manage equipment and safety standards, and collaborate with the Technical Director and events teams to align technical output with creative direction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Audio, Video, or Stage Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the audio and video technical crew in all aspects of set-up, tear-down, and running of shows.
• Serve as staff lead for audio control board operation including front of house sound and monitor mixes.
• Actively make audio adjustments and maintain safe audio levels with professional mix during events.
• Fill in for vacant technical positions with little notice.
• Collaborate to create and submit show reports to the Technical Director.
• Maintain and update equipment inventory lists.
• Advise on equipment upgrades and improvements.
• Train new crew members to minimum CTC standard level.
• Address clients' questions and concerns.
• Review touring show technical riders and provide equipment rental estimates.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Theatrical AV equipment

Job description

The Audio/Visual Production Lead oversees the sound and video for all events in the Capitol and 4 th Street Theatres. This position also acts as a Capitol Theatre Committee (CTC) liaison with touring crews and renters of these facilities. The Audio/Visual Production Lead provides leadership and training for the audio and video technical crew of performances in the Capitol and 4 th Street Theatres.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the CTC Technical Director. This position works closely in collaboration with outside touring crews and renters. This position oversees all CTC audio and video technicians.

EXPECTATIONS OF THE POSITION:

The Audio/Visual Production Lead will have operational responsibility for the sound and video systems of both the Capitol and 4 th Street theaters. This position requires a mastery of audio/video techniques to ensure achievement of the desired sound and sound effects, addresses any sound issues, and works directly with performers, crew, and theater staff to align sound with the overall creative direction for the events and shows.

The Production Lead positions are expected to be hands-on leaders in their areas of expertise and model the manner and quality of service CTC expects of all of its staff. These positions are "working heads" and are expected to fill the various roles of stage technicians while accomplishing their other duties. As part of a leadership team, the Production Leads work together to oversee all stage technicians in the facility, not only the ones in their departments. Production Leads are expected to teach good work habits and basic stage craft alongside training specific stage technicians in the more detailed aspects of their departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

(The essential functions listed below do not reflect all duties that may be assigned to this position. The Technical Director may augment duties, including essential functions, at their discretion.)

• Lead the audio and video technical crew in all aspects of set-up, tear-down, and running of shows in the Capitol and 4 th Street Theatres.
• Serves as the staff lead for audio control board operation including front of house sound and monitor mixes.
• Actively makes audio adjustments and maintains safe audio levels, while providing a professional mix during events.
• Fill in for any vacant technical position in their department with little to no notice.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Technical Director to create and submit show reports to the Technical Director.
• Maintain and update equipment inventory lists.
• Assist the Technical Director in maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Advise the Technical Director on equipment upgrades and improvements.
• Train new crew members in the practices and policies of their department to at least the minimum CTC standard level.
• Address clients' questions, complaints, and concerns.
• Attend department meetings and facility rental meetings as required.
• Review touring show technical riders and provide equipment rental estimates.
• Perform under the Working Conditions described below.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENTRY:

ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• A friendly, outgoing individual with strong communication, listening, and customer service skills.
• Operate effectively as a team leader both individually and within a group.
• Solution oriented, a creative problem solver, and a critical thinker.
• Well organized and able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Punctual and reliable with an attention to detail.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe working practices and industry standards.
• Accepted production practices of performers, technicians, and company personnel.
• Standard theatrical audio and video equipment.
• Basic principles of theatrical audio design.

ABILITY TO:

• Work under minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Plan, organize, and complete daily tasks and achieve longer term goals.
• Gather and evaluate information and communicate it to others effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Effectively and efficiently sound balance and EQ venues.

EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION/LICENSES, AND TRAINING:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in one of the following fields: Audio, Video, or Stage Management.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly work in a "theatre environment" including standing for extended periods and working in low-light situations.
• Hours will vary depending on the number of events in the season and needs of each event.
• Frequently work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Frequently work mandatory overtime.
• Regularly work under tight time constraints.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to and over 100 pounds.

Schedule

This is a 30 hour per week Full-time, non-exempt position with a flex schedule. This position requires dependable and punctual attendance when scheduled to work. Days and hours of work vary, and a majority of the work hours taking place during the evenings and on weekends. Work schedule is based on the events and rentals schedule of the Capitol and 4 th Street Theatres.

Pay Range

The pay range is $24-$25 per hour based on experience and includes Medical/Dental/Vison Benefits.