Lead Audio Technician & Systems Lead — Show, Training

Allied; Oakdale (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied seeks an experienced Audio Lead to manage the Audio Department and support the Production Management team. You will direct audio show preparation, interpret production docs, and advance systems and infrastructure.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, vendor coordination, and training Allied staff and contractors. You will lead, mentor, and grow a collaborative audio team while adapting to scheduling needs.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in the industry.
• Audio Console knowledge.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Strong writing proficiency and visual design skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Audio Department and being a resource for the Production Management team.
• Assisting/directing audio show prep.
• Interpreting and communicating production related technical documentation.
• Advancing audio systems and associated infrastructure.
• Equipment maintenance and repair.
• Maintaining communications with vendors and project team members.
• Documenting and communicating equipment issues to shop management.
• Keeping Allied up to date in the audio department and suggesting new purchases.
• Assist with quoting, RPO, and pull sheets to ensure proper equipment is used.
• Assist and lead audio training for Allied staff and contractors.
• Maintain and grow a healthy audio team/culture.
• Working as technical staff or production lead based on scheduling availability.

Skills

Strong writing

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Planning and organization

Sound systems experience

Willingness to travel

Evenings/weekends availability

Vectorworks/CAD

Tools

Vectorworks/CAD

Job description

Allied seeks an experienced Audio Lead to manage the Audio Department and support the Production Management team. You will direct audio show preparation, interpret production docs, and advance systems and infrastructure.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, vendor coordination, and training Allied staff and contractors. You will lead, mentor, and grow a collaborative audio team while adapting to scheduling needs.