Engineer

 

Department:   Operations & Institutional Planning        

 

Section:           Audio/Visual Services

                       

Start date:       October 27, 2008

Hours:             Full Time; Nights and weekends as needed                    

Salary:             Commensurate with experience

Reports to:     Director of AVS

Status:             Non-Exempt

 

 

SUMMARY: Record official NEC events and student recitals in all NEC performance spaces. Set up and operation of sound reinforcement systems for official NEC events, student recitals and outside renters in all performance spaces.. Assist with the running of the AVS front office. Run recording/mixing/editing sessions. Train student workers for recording, sound reinforcement, and front office duties. Install, test and/or provide security of Audio/Visual equipment throughout the Conservatory as needed. Other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Degree in Audio Engineering plus 3 – 5 years experience. A thorough understanding of sound reinforcement and recording techniques is necessary. Familiarity with the full array of sound reinforcement and recording equipment including, but not limited to, speakers, consoles, sound processing devices, microphones, amplifiers, DBX Driverack system. Proficiency with Wavelab and Nuendo digital editing software. Ability to lift, move and set-up audio equipment.  Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail. Willingness to participate in other departmental projects. Ability to balance and prioritize a variety of projects is essential. Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team. Outstanding interpersonal skills and flexibility that allow for quality relations with a variety of constituencies. Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends essential.

·         Employee must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: works well with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor.

 

 

If you wish to apply for this or any of the other positions listed, please e-mail your cover letter and resume to Human Resources at jobs@newenglandconservatory.edu

 

 

New England Conservatory of Music encourages the application of all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability or veteran status in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, or other Conservatory-sponsored activities.  The Chief Financial Officer coordinates the Conservatory’s effort in complying with this policy.