On-Set Audio Engineer — Pristine Dialogue, Cinematic Sound

Dragonfruit; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 185,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative media company in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Location Sound Mixer for a 1-to-2 day YouTube shoot. You will be responsible for capturing broadcast-quality audio in practical environments. Ideal candidates have on-set experience and operate professional audio equipment, including multi-track mixers and boom microphones. The role involves live mixing and resolving ambient noise issues. Competitive pay is offered with flexibility in terms of work duration.

Qualifications

• Prior on-set experience in film, commercial, or digital content production.
• Ability to adapt quickly and resolve issues.
• Ownership of a professional audio package.
• Attention to dialogue clarity for cinematic edits.
• Proficient communication with the Director of Photography.

Responsibilities

• Wire talent with microphones and operate a boom mic.
• Monitor and mix multiple audio tracks on location.
• Identify and mitigate ambient noise issues.
• Coordinate with the Director of Photography for scratch audio.
• Record wild sound effects and room tone.

Skills

On-set experience in film or digital content production

Adaptability

Professional audio package operation

Dialogue clarity focus

Effective communication with the DP

Tools

Multi-track mixer

Wireless lavalier systems

Boom microphone

Job description

A creative media company in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Location Sound Mixer for a 1-to-2 day YouTube shoot. You will be responsible for capturing broadcast-quality audio in practical environments. Ideal candidates have on-set experience and operate professional audio equipment, including multi-track mixers and boom microphones. The role involves live mixing and resolving ambient noise issues. Competitive pay is offered with flexibility in terms of work duration.