CAM Commercial Music - Recording Engineer Mix (FWS/NFWS)

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University’s Student Recording Engineer & Mixer role supports Commercial Music projects, Friday Night Live productions, and events. The position involves recording, editing, and mixing, with responsibility for session prep, mic setup, and equipment operation.

The role emphasizes live mixing for broadcasts, studio maintenance, and file archiving, with opportunities to collaborate with faculty during showcases and events at the university.

Qualifications

• Experience with Pro Tools recording and editing.
• Experience mixing live sound.
• Knowledge of professional recording studio workflows.
• Experience operating digital audio consoles.
• Understanding of microphones, signal flow, and studio acoustics.
• Strong critical listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Record, edit, and mix music projects for Commercial Music students.
• Operate recording studio equipment during production projects.
• Prepare recording sessions including microphone setup, signal routing, and session organization.
• Mix live audio for Friday Night Live (FNL) broadcasts and other live productions.
• Maintain studio equipment and assist with troubleshooting technical issues.
• Archive and organize recording sessions and project files.
• Support faculty with recording sessions, showcases, and special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pro Tools

Live sound

Workflows

Digital audio consoles

Microphones/signal flow

Critical listening

Independent/collaborative work

Tools

Digital audio consoles

Job description

Position Summary

The Student Recording Engineer & Mixer provides recording, editing, and mixing support for Commercial Music student projects, Friday Night Live (FNL) productions, and other events.

Responsibilities

• Record, edit, and mix music projects for Commercial Music students.
• Operate recording studio equipment during production projects.
• Prepare recording sessions including microphone setup, signal routing, and session organization .
• Mix live audio for Friday Night Live (FNL) broadcasts and other live productions .
• Maintain studio equipment and assist with troubleshooting technical issues.
• Archive and organize recording sessions and project files.
• Support faculty with recording sessions, showcases, and special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Pro Tools recording and editing.
• Experience mixing live sound.
• Knowledge of professional recording studio workflows.
• Experience operating digital audio consoles.
• Understanding of microphones, signal flow, and studio acoustics.
• Strong critical listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production environment.

Education

Grand Canyon University/Grand Canyon Education is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial standing with the University.
• You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.