Performance Technology Student Technician

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $17.51

Flexible, part-time on-campus job

Career development

Job summary

Berklee College of Music is seeking a student worker for the Performance Services Department's Performance Technology team to produce audio, video, and livestreaming for performances at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

You will help with recording, audio production, livestreaming, equipment upkeep, and light post‑production under the Academic Affairs umbrella. This role offers typical 10–15 hours per week at a $17.51 hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Individual responsibility and a self-starter attitude.
• Fundamental audio production techniques for live mixing.
• Fundamental video recording techniques including framing, focus, and white balance.
• Conceptual understanding of livestream workflow.
• Fluency with audio/video equipment (SDI, XLR, HDMI, 1/4
• TRS cables, mics).
• Conservatory applicants must have enrolled/complete C-PR 1001/Lecture or equivalent expertise.
• Projector operation.
• Fluency in Google Office Suite.
• Post-production experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Accomplish the video recording of Conservatory performances for library archive.
• Facilitate the audio production including amplification and recording services.
• Produce livestreaming of performances to expand audience and engagement.
• Maintain and upkeep conservatory equipment.
• Assist post‑production with light audio/video editing and uploading.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-starter

Live audio production

Live video recording

Livestream workflow

Equipment familiarity

Course knowledge (i-Pad Media Tech)

Projector operation

Google Office Suite

Post-production (basic)

Tools

SDI

XLR

HDMI

1/4 TRS cables

Mics (dynamic/condenser)

Job description

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.


• Enrolled at least half‑time in a degree, diploma, or certificate‑seeking undergraduate or graduate program.


• Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled; in that case, the student must be pre‑registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.


• Hold a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).


• Maintain valid visa status if applicable.


• Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (first‑semester students may begin work while GPA is pending).


• Federal Work Study students may apply.


• Maintain good disciplinary standing.


• Must be located in the U.S.

Position Overview

Join the Performance Services Department’s Performance Technology team in producing the audio, video, and live streaming of all performances at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Our student workers develop strong skill sets in production that are applicable to all members of the artistic community. As part of Academic Affairs, we staff events in the Music, Theater, and Dance divisions, and work across the entire campus. We would love to consider your application to join our diverse and energetic team!

Primary Responsibilities

• Accomplish the video recording of Conservatory performances to be documented in the Library archive.


• Facilitate the audio production of Conservatory performances, providing amplification, reinforcement, and recording services.


• Produce the livestreaming of performances at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, expanding the audience and external engagement of live performances.


• Maintain and upkeep conservatory equipment.


• Assist the post‑production team with light audio and video editing and uploading as requested.

Necessary Qualifications and Skills

• Strong communication skills.


• Individual responsibility and a self‑starter attitude.


• Fundamental audio production techniques and practices for live mixing, with familiarity of concepts such as gain, volume, EQ, and amplification.


• Fundamental video recording techniques, with familiarity of framing, focus, and white balance/color.


• Conceptual understanding of livestream workflow.


• Fluency with common audio and video equipment, including SDI, XLR, HDMI, and 1/4’ TRS cables, dynamic and condenser microphones, and common video recording devices.


• Conservatory applicants must have enrolled and completed C-PR 1001/Lecture \"Introduction to i-Pad Media Technology\", or demonstrate a thorough understanding of course topics; college students must demonstrate an equivalent level of expertise.


• Projector operation.


• Fluency in Google Office Suite.


• Experience with post‑production audio and video is preferred but not required.

Hourly Rate: $17.51

Hiring Manager: Luis Herrera

Benefits

The Student Employment program offers flexible, part‑time opportunities across campus. The role provides a $17.51 hourly wage, a typical workload of 10 to 15 hours per week, and daily project‑based gigs. It’s an excellent way to enhance professional development and educational experience while meeting everyday living expenses.