Student Audio Engineer

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music in Boston is seeking a Student Audio Engineer to support the recording and mixing of AfroRoots performances. This role works closely with the production team to deliver professional-grade audio that syncs with video footage, ensuring clear, balanced sound for each show.

As a current Berklee student, you will gain hands-on experience in a live concert setting, with an hourly rate of $16.97.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Berklee student.
• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate program.
• Have a valid United States SSN and legal work status.
• Minimum 2.0 GPA; in good disciplinary standing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate audio recording equipment during AfroRoots performances & select events.
• Conduct a sound check before each AfroRoots show.
• Record individual audio channels for each band member (vocals, instruments, etc.).
• Mix and balance multi-track audio recordings for post-production video sync.
• Assess and communicate audio equipment needs for each show in advance.
• Coordinate with artists and AfroRoots production crew to ensure smooth audio setup.
• Maintain and deliver audio files promptly.
• Troubleshoot any technical issues during the AfroRoots show.
• Participate in AfroRoots-related promotional events.
• Assist with breaking down & setting up the room on show day.

Skills

Current student

Audio recording

Live music recording

Attention to detail

Reliable & organized

Communication & teamwork

Tools

Microphones

Mixers

Recording equipment

Job description

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

• 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 this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
• Remain in "valid" Visa status as applicable.
• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
• Federal Work Study student may apply.
• In good disciplinary standing.
• Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.

About the AfroRoots Series:
AfroRoots is an intimate concert series that takes place bi-monthly in the Africana Studies Center, featuring performances in music and musical theater. Students prepare a 20-minute set of songs and repertoire that ranges across the African Diaspora, showcasing a profound sense of Black creative expression and Black excellence. If you would like to see any of our previous AfroRoots for reference, please visit our YouTube Channel at Berklee_Africana.

We are seeking a technically skilled Student Audio Engineer to support the recording and mixing of live performances. This role is critical to ensuring professional-grade audio for each AfroRoots performance. This position will work closely with the production team to deliver clean, balanced soundtracks that sync seamlessly with video footage.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate audio recording equipment during AfroRoots performances & select events
• Conduct a sound check before each AfroRoots show.
• Record individual audio channels for each band member (vocals, instruments, etc.)
• Mix and balance multi-track audio recordings for post-production video sync
• Assess and communicate audio equipment needs for each show in advance
• Coordinate with artists and AfroRoots production crew to ensure smooth audio setup
• Maintain and deliver audio files promptly
• Troubleshoot any technical issues during the AfroRoots show
• Participate in AfroRoots-related promotional events
• Assist with breaking down & setting up the room on show day

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Current student
• Working knowledge of audio recording, microphones, mixers, etc.
• Experience in recording live music performances is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to audio quality
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
• Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude

Important Dates

• AfroRoots Shows

Hourly Rate: $16.97

Hiring Manager: Treshor Webster