Berklee College of Music: Temporary Studio Operations Supervisor

Audio Engineer is needed in Boston, United States.

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Client: Berklee College of Music, Incorporated

Location: Berklee College of Music - Boston

Contract: Part Time

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides engineering support & technical assistance/troubleshooting for classes, student sessions, daytime recording ensembles, grant sessions, and visiting artist events in the recording studios and production suites
• Keeps detailed records and submits reports of facility and equipment use, technical issues, and policy infractions using FileMaker Pro databases and web-based administrative software
• Conducts software and hardware testing: executes test plans, documents results updates and trains in revised technical support techniques for new installations
• Maintains continuity and flow of the studio operation by ensuring that sessions start and end on time and that all proper protocols and rules pertaining to studio use are adhered to
• Supervises Studio Assistants during scheduled shifts and trains new Studio Assistants on policies, day-to-day procedures, and troubleshooting methods
• Supervises access to student/faculty media assets and check-out equipment
• Audit and verify student submissions to a security log to monitor facilities and ensure the safety of valuable equipment
• Monitors 160 Percussion room, processes daytime requests and scheduling of percussion equipment for all divisional recording sessions
• Coordinates with the Booking Office to update and maintain an accurate session schedule
• Conducts various orientation sessions at the start of each semester to introduce new users to the facilities and ensure the proper handling and care of equipment
• Reports non-standard practices to the Manager
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.A. in Music Production and Engineering or an undergraduate degree in a similar music technology program
• 1-2 years of experience in a commercial recording facility
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. (23 kg) up and down stairs
• Experience working at a higher education institution or within online education is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Highly developed skills in DAW operation, audio recording and mixing, signal flow, microphone techniques, console workflow, analog and digital multitrack recording formats, MIDI, modern audiovisual systems, Dante and surround sound.
• Proficiency with audio software technologies such as, but not limited to, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Reason, Ableton Live, Nuendo, Finale as well as various audio plug-ins and virtual instruments.
• Experience using recording/mixing consoles, interfaces, and controllers such as, but not limited to, the Neve 88RS; SSL Duality SE; API Legacy Plus and 1608; Avid HDX systems, S3, S6, XMon, MTRX, Artist Control and Artist Mix.
• Ability to function well under pressure and maintain stellar customer service.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and work on multiple projects simultaneously with great efficiency and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional leadership and motivational skills.
• Promotes courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Fosters an inclusive workplace, advance engagement and team building
• Experience with Mac and Windows operating systems and software testing, including writing test plans and documenting results.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Robust knowledge of web browsers, caching issues, multimedia plug-ins, and conferencing software.
• Familiarity with video creation and editing, and/or screen capture software such as iMovie, Final Cut Pro X, Premiere Pro, or ScreenFlow.
• Experience with Workday, Colleague, Informer, and Google Data Studio is a plus.