Head of Audio & Video

POSITION SUMMARY

An active member of Dallas Theater Center’s production department, the Head of Audio & Video is responsible for the coordination of staff and equipment resources to service the audio and projection design requirements of all DTC productions and programs. They effectively communicate with and support visiting sound and projection designers, ensuring that high artistic standards are met at all times.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit resume and cover letter via email to careers@dallastheatercenter.org with Head of AV in the subject line.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To effectively communicate and work closely with Directors, Sound Designers and Projection Designers to materialize their vision, within financial and scheduling constraints and within available resources.

• To manage and oversee the day to day running and management of the audio department in support of DTC’s artistic vision and excellence, and in line with current procedures and DTC policy.

• To lead a full-time audio staff in addition to seasonal and overhire employees, including scheduling of work, approval of departmental payroll, and management of their projects.

• To provide the Director of Production accurate cost estimates of labor and materials required to produce a design as required by the script and then later by the Designer’s deliverables.

• To spend and track all department budgets, as well as maintain efficient financial reconciliation with Production Management.

• To attend and participate in full company, departmental, and production meetings; in addition to technical rehearsals and previews for all productions.

• To supervise and actively participate in the installation and running of audio, video, and FOH support equipment and systems during load-in, performances, and strike.

• To brief all your direct reports to ensure they have all the information, support and training required to perform their duties effectively.

• To provide regular updates to the Director of Production on all areas of responsibility.

• To conduct semi-annual and annual performance reviews with all direct reports, in collaboration with the Director of People Operations.

• To monitor and implement industry best practices in safe audio and video rigging and installation.

• Support the Kalita Technical Operations Manager with Audio & Video needs for renters at the Kalita Humphreys Theater.

• Collaborate with Heads of Audio & Video at other theatrical institutions when organization engages in co-productions/transfers to ensure technical elements remain viable for DTC.

• Perform work in a manner that is consistent with DTC’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

• Be an active participant in DTC’s work towards equity, diversity and inclusion and becoming an anti-racist organization.

• This position works onsite during most weeks, but may work remotely during non-production call weeks on Mondays and Fridays. Some scheduling flexibility may be available with prior approval of the Director of Production and Director of EDI & People Operations.

• Must be available on some nights and weekends, as needed.

• Other duties as needed or assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Must foster and maintain a positive and productive work environment backstage and in work areas.

• Must demonstrate leadership, work as part of a team, and provide cover and assistance as required.

• Must be able to work effectively with all DTC staff in a co-operative and approachable manner.

• Must be able to work under the stress of deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

• Must be able to handle a high volume of work and attend to numerous projects concurrently.

• Must have experience in the theory and practice of theatre sound.

• Must have experience with operating and troubleshooting wired and wireless microphones, audio cueing software, PAs, foldbacks, delays, and other standard equipment used for theatrical productions.

• Must be able to read and disseminate information from design drawings. Experience with Vectorworks preferred.

• Must have experience in sound and media platforms, including Q-Lab and Watchout.

• Must have knowledge of digital signal processors and speakers for Meyer, d&b audiotechnik, QSC, and EAW.

• Must have experience programming and operating large format digital mixing consoles. Experience with Yamaha and Behringer consoles is preferred. Experience with Yamaha DM7, Yamaha CL5, and Behringer Midas is desired.

• Must have experience with line-by-line mixing and theatrical cueing, including recording fader levels, VCA numbers, and sound cue numbers in a script during tech.

• Must have experience with safe theatrical rigging practices.

• Must be familiar with large venue projectors and current projection protocols for theater settings.

• Must have knowledge of standard audio and networking-for-audio cable types and protocols.

• Must be able to comply with all OSHA regulations for creating and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Must be proficient in Dropbox, Microsoft Office Suite, and G-Suite.

• Must be detail oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Must be available to work extended work hours at times, including nights and weekends.

• Must have a valid US Driver’s License and be eligible to be covered by company insurance to drive vehicles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to sit, stand, and squat for extended periods of time.

• Able to move 50lbs. • Comfortable with working at heights.

• Able to work quickly and accurately in a complex and fast-moving environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum 3-5 years experience as a Head or Assistant Head of Audio and/or Video at a LORT, Regional, or equivalent theatrical institution.

• Bachelors Degree in Technical Theatre preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.