Live Sound Engineer for Musical Readings & Recording

Playbill, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Playbill, Inc. seeks a Sound Engineer / Audio Technician for two staged readings of a new musical in New York. The role involves providing and operating the PA system for readings, mic-ing performers on stands, and advising on backline audio needs.

Experience with live audio for theatre or concerts is preferred. The event is scheduled for September 28, 2026, at Pearl Studios, with readings at 2 PM and 7 PM; some recording work may be arranged.

Qualifications

• Experience with live sound for staged readings.
• Ability to place and manage multiple mics for performers.
• Willingness to advise on backline audio needs and run a board recording if possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide and operate the PA system for two readings.
• Mic all performers as needed and manage stage audio on reading days.
• Record the readings and explore a board recording option if feasible.

Skills

Sound engineering

Audio technician

PA system operation

Tools

PA system

Recording setup

Job description

Playbill, Inc. seeks a Sound Engineer / Audio Technician for two staged readings of a new musical in New York. The role involves providing and operating the PA system for readings, mic-ing performers on stands, and advising on backline audio needs.

Experience with live audio for theatre or concerts is preferred. The event is scheduled for September 28, 2026, at Pearl Studios, with readings at 2 PM and 7 PM; some recording work may be arranged.