Session Engineer: Hands-On Music Recording

Berklee College of Music

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 23,457 - 33,409

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Berklee College of Music in Boston is seeking a Session Engineer for its Professional Writing and Music Technology Division. This role offers hands-on experience working with faculty and fellow musicians in real-world recording environments, serving as a pathway to a career as a professional recording engineer.

Key responsibilities include recording sessions, setting up studios, and distributing recorded assets. Ideal candidates should have recording techniques knowledge and experience with acoustic ensembles. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and unparalleled opportunities for networking and skill development.

Qualifications

  • Required experience with recording various instruments.
  • Robust knowledge of DAW workflow.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Record and engineer PWL recording sessions.
  • Set up studio, move microphones, and prepare ProTools sessions.
  • Distribute recorded assets to the lab's Google Drive.

Skills

Recording techniques for various instruments
Proficiency in DAW workflow
Independent work skills
Experience with acoustic ensembles
Use of Google Drive and tools

Education

Completed MP-385, Advanced Recording Techniques
Completed Studio Operations training

Job description

Berklee College of Music in Boston is seeking a Session Engineer for its Professional Writing and Music Technology Division. This role offers hands-on experience working with faculty and fellow musicians in real-world recording environments, serving as a pathway to a career as a professional recording engineer.

Key responsibilities include recording sessions, setting up studios, and distributing recorded assets. Ideal candidates should have recording techniques knowledge and experience with acoustic ensembles. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and unparalleled opportunities for networking and skill development.

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