Factory International
Job Description
Our expert technical teams deliver the physical elements of all shows, artworks and events, working closely with the Programming and Producing teams to realise innovative ideas and making sure they are created in a safe, sustainable and exciting way. Our Sound team use state-of-the-art equipment from Digico, d&b, Allen & Heath, Martin Audio, Q-Sys, Audinate, QLab, and Shure to help them deliver projects to the highest standard.
We are looking for expertise from all artforms; live music, visual and performing arts, theatre, corporate events and beyond. The Sound Technicians will support the Heads of Department and other Factory International teams to ensure that all of our spaces, events and shows are delivered to an exceptional standard and accessible to everyone.
Job Requirements
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
– Extensive practical audio experience in one or more art forms (live music, theatre, performance art, etc), preferably in a producing environment
– Experience of concert and/or theatre sound equipment and setups, system tuning, and audio mixing approaches for different art forms
– Thorough knowledge of d&b audiotechnik PA systems, PA rigging practices, signal processing and Dante networking
– Experience with setup and operation of Digico and Allen & Heath consoles
– Working knowledge of QLab programming and operation
– Experience of supervising staff with demonstrable leadership and supervisory skills
– Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritise competing workload demands
– Experience of receiving or delivering large scale national and international touring productions
Job Responsibilities
– Support the department heads in the operation and deployment of all aspects of Factory International’s technical equipment with particular emphasis on sound.
– Become familiar with the venue’s technical equipment and infrastructure including sound systems, consoles and control network. Preparation of sound equipment, and/or venue spaces in readiness for event load-ins. De-prepping equipment as required and ensuring items are stored safely and securely.
– Reporting faults or issues on sound equipment and sound control systems in a timely manner to department heads or technical manager and carrying out first line maintenance when appropriate.
– To participate in the organisation and supervision of the get ins, rehearsals, show runs, and get outs.
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