Audio Engineer

Position Overview

The Audio Engineer supports Spectre Percussion’s front ensemble and full ensemble performance by managing audio setup, operation, troubleshooting, balance, and equipment readiness. This role helps ensure microphones, speakers, mixers, cables, electronics, samples, synths, software and related systems function reliably in rehearsals and performances.

The Audio Engineer works closely with the Front Ensemble Manager, front ensemble staff, and Creative Director to support the implementation of Spectre Percussion’s sound design and electronic performance responsibilities.
 

Key Tasks

• Support audio setup, teardown, operation, and troubleshooting

• Manage microphones, speakers, mixers, cables, electronics, playback systems, and related equipment

• Inventories equipment and provides maintenance support 

• Support sound design implementation, samples, synths, patches, triggering, and balance needs

• Help maintain audio equipment organization, care, storage, and readiness

• Communicate audio issues, equipment needs, and setup concerns to the Front Ensemble Manager or appropriate leadership

• Support performers and staff in understanding audio setup, operation, and care expectations

• Attend rehearsals, performances, staff meetings, and major Spectre Percussion activities as assigned

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Qualifications & Desired Traits

• Must be at least 23 years old (or aged out of WGI Percussion) to be considered.

• Strong understanding of live audio setup, signal flow, microphones, mixers, speakers, cables, electronics, troubleshooting, and performance reliability

• Familiarity with MainStage or similar live performance audio software required

• Prior experience with WGI, DCI, marching band, indoor percussion, live sound, theater audio, music production, or event audio preferred

• Ability to support audio system setup, operation, troubleshooting, and equipment care

• Ability to support audio coverage needs and attend at least one full rehearsal weekend per month as well as all performances (unless otherwise discussed)

• Access to a phone, email, computer, reliable internet, and tools needed to review audio plans, schedules, video, and rehearsal materials