Sound Technician

Waitre d' Recruitment (Pty)Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cruise line company seeks a qualified audio technician to set up, operate, and maintain audio equipment for entertainment venues. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in audio electronics, excellent teamwork, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

Working for the world's best Cruise Line company

Excellent salary in US Dollars

Great benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional audio experience.
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere.
• Operational knowledge of MAC & PC computers.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates sound equipment for shows and events.
• Ensures design integrity and performance quality during shows.
• Communicates effectively with Stage Manager and team.

Skills

Audio electronics knowledge

Strong teamwork

Time Management

Proactivity

Good communication

Education

Qualifications in technical theatre

Experience in audio electronics

Tools

YAMAHA CL SERIES digital console

YAMAHA LS-9 digital console

SHURE UHFR & ULXD microphone systems

LEVEL 53 QLAB software

AUDINATE DANTE software

Job description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To set up operate and maintain audio equipment onboard to high standards for all entertainment venues

Your Responsibilities

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES

• Sets up and operates sound equipment for assigned shows, cabarets, lectures, presentations and ship events
• Sets up backline equipment and instrument microphones.
• Programs sound computer/console during technical rehearsals as assigned.
• Performs speaker/equipment check before each show.
• Ensures that show set-up is complete and exact.
• Ensures that design integrity and performance quality are maintained through the run of the shows.
• Is ready to mic an actor wirelessly if the need arises.
• Assists with the maintenance of audio equipment.
• Wires special sound projects.
• Communicates in a clear, concise and timely manner with Stage Manager and other departments.
• Possesses the ability to trouble shoot and communicate to provide information to resolve issues.
• Has organizational and operational skills including inventory, scheduling, maintenance, cleaning, storage, distribution and coordination.
• Is on time for all set-ups, show call, meetings and work calls.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in all sound areas.
• Participates in special events by assisting with sound needs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Cruise Director, Assistant Cruise Director, Stage Manager, and Audio Designer
• Performs in a manner consistent with VOCs Mission, Values and Vision, including a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  
  
  

GUEST EXCELLENCE

• Maintain, uphold and execute the Viking quality and Service Standards
• Monitor guest satisfaction and report issues, concerns and suggestions
  
  
  

Requirements

YOUR PROFILE

A qualified professional audio technician with the ability to work within a team structure as well as independently. Able to maintain a positive work atmosphere

Required Skills

• Qualifications in technical theatre is preferred but not required. Equivalency of experience, training and education in audio electronics will be also be considered
• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in which strong knowledge of audio electronics (specifically sound playback and live mixing) and basic wiring skills have been applied is required.
• Operational knowledge of YAMAHA CL SERIES and YAMAHA LS-9 digital consoles
• Operational knowledge of the SHURE UHFR & ULXD microphone systems.
• Enthusiastic crew member
• Strong command of English Operational knowledge of MAC & PC computers, navigation, file management, Microsoft and email
• Basic knowledge of the LEVEL 53 QLAB software
• Basic knowledge of the AUDINATE DANTE software.
• Basic knowledge of the concepts of DANTE AUDIO NETWORKING.
• Must have the ability to stand, kneel or crouch
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and scaffolding under supervision, adhering to safety standards
• Must have the ability to negotiate catwalks and access all points in all theatre spaces.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Time Management
• Teamwork and good communication
• Reliable and pressure resistant
• Proactive in upholding Viking standards of excellence
  
  
  

Benefits

• Working for the world's best Cruise Line company
• Excellent salary in US Dollars
• Great benefits