Theatre Audio Trainer/Coach
hace 1 día
San Jose
Job Description Bellarmine College Preparatory, a Jesuit secondary school, has been educating young “men for and with others” in the Jesuit tradition of St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, since 1851. Bellarmine College Preparatory, located in San José, California, invites applications for a Theatre Audio Coach position. The Theatre Audio Coach is responsible for teaching the student Audio technical planning, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sound equipment for school theatre productions, musicals, assemblies, and other school events. This position collaborates with theatre director, performing arts faculty, student performers, stage managers, and student audio engineers to deliver clear, reliable, and professional audio experiences that support the school’s educational mission and Catholic identity. Working at Bellarmine College Preparatory requires a commitment to the mission and values of the school, as well as an enthusiasm for contributing to its co-curricular programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Theatre Sound Design and Production • Design, prepare, and operate sound systems for theatrical productions, musicals, plays, and other performing arts events., • Set up, test, and operate digital or analog mixing consoles, microphones, wireless microphone systems, speakers, monitors, amplifiers, and audio playback equipment., • Mix dialogue, vocals, music, sound effects, and background audio during rehearsals and performances., • Create, program, organize, and execute sound cues in coordination with the director, stage manager, and production team., • Manage wireless microphone assignments, battery changes, frequency coordination, and microphone placement., • Participate in technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances to ensure consistent audio quality., • Assist with sound design, audio editing, recording, and playback preparation as needed. Equipment Setup and Maintenance • Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot audio equipment, cables, microphones, speakers, and related systems., • Maintain an accurate inventory of audio equipment, supplies, and accessories., • Organize and secure the sound booth, backstage audio equipment, and storage areas., • Identify equipment repair and replacement needs and communicate them to the appropriate administrator., • Maintain production documentation, including equipment lists, microphone plots, signal flow diagrams, and sound cue sheets., • Ensure audio equipment is used, stored, and transported safely. Student Training and Supervision • Train and supervise students assisting with audio setup, soundboard operation, microphone management, and equipment breakdown., • Teach students safe equipment handling, basic audio engineering, signal flow, and live sound mixing techniques., • Maintain appropriate supervision of students working in the sound booth, backstage areas, and technical spaces., • Encourage teamwork, responsibility, creativity, and respect among student production crews., • Follow school policies concerning student safety, backstage access, and equipment use. Collaboration and Communication • Work closely with theatre directors, faculty, stage managers, and production staff to meet performance and event needs., • Attend production meetings and communicate technical requirements, schedules, and equipment needs., • Coordinate sound checks, rehearsal schedules, equipment setup, and performance preparation., • Respond promptly and professionally to technical issues during rehearsals and live events., • Support a collaborative and organized performing arts environment. Catholic Mission and Professional Responsibilities • Support the mission, values, and educational philosophy of the Catholic school., • Provide technical assistance for liturgical celebrations and faith-based school activities as assigned., • Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, service, respect, and care for the dignity of every student., • Maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment consistent with school policies and Catholic educational values., • Complete required school training and comply with applicable safeguarding, student protection, and employee conduct policies. Qualifications and Requirements • Demonstrated experience in live sound, theatre audio, concert production, or a related technical field., • Working knowledge of sound mixing consoles, wired and wireless microphones, speakers, amplifiers, audio playback systems, and basic recording equipment., • Understanding of audio signal flow, gain structure, equalization, feedback prevention, and troubleshooting., • Ability to prepare and execute sound cues for live theatrical performances., • Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and production teams., • Availability to work evenings and occasional weekends for rehearsals, performances, and school events., • Previous experience in a school, theatre, or educational setting preferred., • Technical training, relevant certifications, or equivalent professional experience preferred. Physical Requirements • Ability to lift 20 pounds, using proper lifting techniques., • Ability to sit, stand, and/or move around the applicable working environment as needed., • Ability to travel around our campus safely and comfortably., • Ability to use a keyboard (or an alternative input device) and other office equipment., • Ability to read information in printed material, on a computer screen, (often for extended periods of time) and/or on a mobile device/laptop., • Operate audio consoles, computers, microphones, and related technical equipment., • Set up, move, and store equipment within the physical requirements of the position and school safety procedures. Expectations: • Work in theatres, auditoriums, chapels, classrooms, backstage areas, and other school facilities., • Maintain safe cable management and follow electrical and equipment safety guidelines., • Work a flexible schedule during production periods and special school events. The schedule may include school-day hours, after-school rehearsals, evening performances, and occasional weekend events., • Reliable and high-quality sound for theatre productions and school events., • Accurate and timely execution of sound cues., • Proper maintenance, organization, and safe operation of audio equipment., • Effective collaboration with faculty, students, and event personnel., • Consistent adherence to school policies and support for the Catholic school mission. General Information • This position is classified as a Supplemental position, • This position pays a $1250 stipend, • This position has no direct reports, • This is not a telecommuting position Bellarmine complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and considers reasonable accommodations that may be necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. To Apply Online: Please complete the Bellarmine Staff Application Form located on our employment web page under Employment Applications and upload all applicant materials (Application Form, Resume) through the system. Bellarmine College Preparatory is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender, gender identity, genetic information or any other category protected under federal or local law. *As a Catholic, Jesuit school, Bellarmine may preserve its state and federal protections as a religious institution and may grant more favorable consideration to Roman Catholic applicants.