Resident Sound Designer/Engineer
Allenberry Playhouse & Conservatory- Boiling Springs, PA

The Allenberry Playhouse & Conservatory is celebrating its 64th season producing the highest
quality theatre in Central Pennsylvania. We are a regional stock theatre nestled in
Boiling Springs, PA situated on the beautiful Allenberry Resort Inn. We are
currently accepting applications for the Sound Designer/Engineer for our 2013 season.

Duties And Responsibilities:
The Sound Designer/Engineer is responsible for the assisting in the installation, maintenance and strike of all audio elements for all shows on the main-stage, Murder Mystery Weekend and conservatory show in the 2013 season. The position requires a strong organizational background, excellent communication/interpersonal skills, strong audio skills, and the ability to multi-task with a great attention to detail.

Responsibilities Include:
The Sound Designer/Engineer is responsible for:
* Complete all duties assigned by the immediate supervisor, the Production Manager.
* Serve on assigned changeover and strike crews.
*Collaborate with director in construction and development of preshow music
*Responsible for installation, maintenance, and strike of all audio systems and designs.
*Manage, maintain and operate performance related audio systems and equipment to ensure the timely and accurate realization of all design requirements. 

* Operation of Behringer X32 digital soundboard for all shows.
* Maintain active inventory of all equipment.
*Assist Resort staff in set up and strike of resort functions when necessary.

*Attend production and audio department related meetings as necessary.

*Estimate feasibility and costs of audio designs

*Work with Production Manager to set work schedule 

*Attend all technical, dress and audio rehearsals

*Maintain a clean and safe workspace

*Serve as Sound Op for Murder Mystery Weekend
*Live Mixing of Musicians and Actors
*Aid in sound and media set up as needed

*Collaborate with director and all designers to ensure cohesive show designs
*End of season cleaning and maintenance of all equipment.

Requirements:
*Excellent track record in executing designs in a timely fashion.
*Extensive knowledge and experience in live mixing on digital and analogue consoles.
*Experience with Behringer X32
*Effective navigation of signal drop
*Effective use of time and resources.
*Background in creating and pulling sound effects.
*Minimum Bachelors Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent experience

*Minimum 5 years experience in Theatrical Audio or equivalent
*Effective communication with all levels of staff
*Extensive knowledge of audio Principles
*Extensive Knowledge of Audio Equipment
*Hands on experience with Wireless Microphones.
*Familiarity with Microphone Repair

*Proficiency in Q Lab 

*Proficiency with Macintosh and Windows based computers

*Ability to read music well
*Music composition skills and recording abilities preferred
*Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb tall ladders
*Must have significant experience in mixing with live bands on stage, or in a pit.
*Own car preferred.


The Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer and
does not discriminate against any person, employee or job applicant based on
race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation,
political belief or disability.


Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Housing and Meals Provided.

All applicants should submit Cover Letter, Resume and Professional References to
Aberrypm@gmail.com.