Essential Duties1. Serves as Front of House Sound Operator for productions. Operates sound equipment for level-setting sessions, technical rehearsals, understudy rehearsals, and performances. 2. Interprets, executes and creates sound production paperwork. 3. Participates at load-in, notes sessions, technical rehearsals and strike of productions. 4. Participates in the installation of backstage communications, paging, earing assistance, and audio description systems and checks these systems before technical rehearsals and performances. 5. Creates run sheets for productions and in tracking mixing console settings. 6. Oversees the preparation, placement and testing of wireless microphones. 7. Tracks appropriate show supplies. 8. Oversees the implementation of overhead rigging for sound equipment. 9. Maintains and repairs sound department facilities, tools, and equipment. 10. Uses a variety of advanced tools, processes, materials, and equipment in completing assigned projects. 11. Maintains the safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of all sound department storage and workspaces. 12. Transports equipment. 13. Serves as Sound Engineer on outside events as needed. 14. Assists related departments in load-in, notes sessions, technical rehearsals, and strike of productions as assigned. 15. Attends appropriate meetings and rehearsals. 16. Works frequent nights, weekends and holidays. 17. May perform other duties as assigned.Required Education and ExperienceSix years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and a high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or the equivalent combination of experience of experience and education. Professional or college-level experience as a Front of House Mix Engineer.Weekend Hours Required?YesEvening Hours Required?YesDuration TypeRegularWork WeekStandard (M-F equal number of hours per day)Drug ScreenNoHealth ScreeningNoBackground Check RequirementsAll candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.Searchable Job FamilyMuseum/CuratorialExternal Gateway Posting Date24-Apr-2024Total # of hours to be worked:37.5Position Focus:Serves as Senior Front of House Mix Engineer for theatrical productions. Executes and maintains sound designs for theatrical productions. Carries out duties while exercising a high degree of autonomy and discretion, maintaining high standards for safety and craftsmanship. Handles, moves, and maintains sound equipment.Required Licenses or CertificationsValid drivers' license.Physical RequirementsRepeatedly lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 lbs. Climb stairs and ladders and work effectively at elevations up to 80'. Sit and stand for long periods. Hold and operate hand, air and power tools. Repeatedly bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, squat and crouch. Use a respirator. Work in confined spaces. Drive cargo van and departmental truck.Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:Knowledge of a variety of mixing consoles, digital audio protocols, loudspeaker setups, and relevant software. Knowledge of music and ability to read music. Skilled in electronic and audio test equipment. Professional and/or college-level experience as sound technician and/or operator.Posting DisclaimerThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.Additional Background or Health Screening RequirementsSelected incumbent must have successful completion of a DOT check, which includes an annual DMV check, medical exam at a certified facility, medical card, and a valid driver's license.Compensation GradeLabor Grade DBargaining UnitL34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group)Supervisory OrganizationDavid Geffen School of Drama at Yale - Stage CrewTime TypeFull timeWork Days/Hours (Other than Standard)SaturdaysRequired Skill/Ability 1:Demonstrated ability in live mixing. Demonstrated skills in troubleshooting problems in audio systems. Proven knowledge of current audio equipment. Familiarity with wireless microphone techniques.Required Skill/Ability 2:Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, interns, guest artists and other professionals representing a wide diversity of personalities. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team setting.Required Skill/Ability 3:Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, follow schedules, and follow rapid instructions. Demonstrated ability to receive and operate cues during technical rehearsals and performances.Required Skill/Ability 4:Ability to participate in assigned training, including health & safety, anti-sexual harassment, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.Required Skill/Ability 5:Ability to oversee student Sound Board Operator and/or programmer for productions. Ability to train crew in operation of sound board, wireless microphones, and related equipment.NoteYale University is a tobacco-free campusCOVID-19 Vaccine RequirementThe University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:Wage RangesClick to see our Wage RangesWork ModelOn-site
