O'Gorman Show Choir Production Technician

O'Gorman High School; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

O'Gorman High School in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a part-time Show Choir Production Technician to mix live performances, manage audio systems, program consoles, and coordinate lighting for show choir productions. You will work closely with directors, students and staff to ensure high-quality sound and lighting across venues.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical troubleshooting, and teaching students about stagecraft while upholding school values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate commitment to Catholic faith in ministry activities.
• Live by Catholic doctrine in professional and personal life.

Responsibilities

• Sound Design & Live Audio: Mix live performances, balance vocalists, instrumentalists, and playback.
• System Management: Set microphone assignments, gain structure, EQ, dynamics, and ensemble balance.
• Console Programming: Create and maintain show files, scenes, and routing.
• Acoustic Adaptation: Run sound checks and adapt to venue acoustics.
• Maintenance: Troubleshoot mics, wireless systems, consoles, monitors, and cabling.
• Band Consulting & Musical Production: Collaborate with directors and musicians on instrumentation and balance.
• Lighting Design: Design and program lighting cues to support the show's arc.
• Production Coordination: Plan timelines, budgeting, and logistics for travel and setup/strike.
• Student Education & Leadership: Train students in sound, lighting, and stagecraft.

Skills

Live audio

Lighting design

Music literacy

Theatrical production

Team collaboration

Tools

Digital mixing consoles

Wireless microphone systems

DMX lighting

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5929448
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Show Choir ProductionTechnician.

Our ‘Mission’ desires “to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.” We are seeking an individual who will exhibit the ‘Core Values’ of Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity and create an environment of trust.

Location(s):

O'Gorman High School

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sound Design & Live Audio:

• Audio Mixing: Mix live performances, balancing student vocalists, soloists, instrumentalists, and electronic playback.
• System Management: Establish proper microphone assignments, placement, gain structure, EQ, dynamics, effects, and ensemble blend.
• Console Programming: Develop and maintain show files, scenes, snapshots, and routing.
• Acoustic Adaptation: Run sound checks and adapt configurations to the equipment and acoustical challenges of various venues.
• Maintenance: Troubleshoot microphones, wireless systems, consoles, monitors, and cabling quickly.

Band Consulting & Musical Production:

• Collaboration: Partner with directors, arrangers, and musicians regarding instrumentation and overall show sound.
• Technical Input: Advise on amplification, electronic instruments, patches, click tracks, and acoustic/electronic balance.
• Production Elements: Consult on musical transitions, underscoring, and sound effects to maintain consistent sound quality.

Lighting Design:

• Concept Development: Design lighting looks, cues, transitions, and special effects that support the show's emotional arc and choreography.
• Programming: Program or supervise the programming of lighting consoles, adapting designs to various venue limitations.
• Documentation: Create clear cue sheets and technical data to communicate efficiently with festival and venue staff.

Technical & Production Coordination:

• Production Planning: Participate in production meetings to develop timelines, anticipate technical needs, and assist with budgeting, purchasing, or rentals.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate input lists, patch sheets, equipment lists, and stage plots.
• Logistics & Travel: Prepare systems for travel; develop safe, efficient setup/strike procedures within competition time limits.

Student Education & Leadership:

• Training: Train interested students in sound, lighting, equipment management, and general stagecraft.
• Safety & Standards: Model professional standards and promote safe practices regarding electricity, cabling, staging, and heavy equipment.

Qualifications:

• Essential Qualifications:
  • Willingness and ability to effectively make known the Catholic Church’s teachings through the varied ministry activities expected of this position
  • Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith and religion by living both one’s professional and personal life in accordance with the doctrines and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, as embodied in the various documents of the Roman Catholic Church, including, without limitation, the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Live Audio: Strong background in live sound reinforcement, digital mixing consoles, and wireless microphone systems.
• Lighting & Production: Experience with concert lighting design, DMX-based systems, and staging logistics.
• Music Literacy: Ability to read musical scores and understand musical terminology, form, and dynamics.
• Environment: Prior experience in theatrical productions, show choir, marching arts, or competitive dance environments.

Desired Personal Qualities:

• Artistic & Collaborative: Able to work closely with a diverse creative team (directors, choreographers, costumers, and boosters).
• Composed & Flexible: Highly organized, calm under pressure, and solutions-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicative: Able to explain technical concepts clearly to high school students and non-technical staff.

Performance Standards:

• Met expectations of choir director, and administration
• Communicated effectively with band director, administration, and staff
• Supported the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work hours required
• Clarity of vision
• Ability to speak English clearly
• Ability to hear and distinguish sounds, including speech, alarms and other work environment sounds
• Fine hand motor skills to include and not limited to grasping, holding, and repetitive motion
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, and walk through work day
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to intermittently bend, squat, and reach overhead

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Career and Technical Education > Music

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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