Live Sound Supervisor for Theatre & Events

Playwright Co; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

TheatreWorks is seeking a Sound Supervisor to manage load-in and strike for a six-show season across three venues, supervising sound overhire and planning installations with the designer.

You will maintain sound inventory, recommend equipment purchases within budget, and assist during tech and previews. The role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends and a commitment to TheatreWorks' mission and collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and knowledge of audio reinforcement.
• Experience with Yamaha digital mixing consoles (PM5D preferred).
• Knowledge of Dante networking and QLab playback software.
• Must be able to lift 65 lbs and perform manual labor.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must provide documents establishing identity and work authorization in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Load-in and strike of mainstage productions, special events, and fundraisers.
• Supervise sound overhire during load-ins and strikes.
• Meet with sound designer and plan installation of submitted designs.
• Manage sound inventory in a neat and orderly manner.
• Make sound equipment purchase recommendations within budget.
• Assist designer with notes during tech and preview process.
• Be flexible to work occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Attend run-throughs, dress rehearsals and staff meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Production.

Skills

Audio reinforcement knowledge

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexibility to work evenings/weekends

Independence and collaboration

Tools

Yamaha PM5D console

Dante networking

QLab playback software

Job description

TheatreWorks is seeking a Sound Supervisor to manage load-in and strike for a six-show season across three venues, supervising sound overhire and planning installations with the designer.

You will maintain sound inventory, recommend equipment purchases within budget, and assist during tech and previews. The role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends and a commitment to TheatreWorks' mission and collaborative approach.