Audio 1 - Ogunquit Playhouse Foundation

Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks an experienced A1 for our 2023 Season and Arts Academy productions. Approximate dates of employment between March 2023 and November 2023.



Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented, organized and focused in a fast paced working environment. Experience reading cable plots, and routine equipment maintenance are imperative.



Job Duties/Expectations include (but are not limited to):

- Reports to Audio Supervisor

- Mix each Main Stage performance (8-9 shows per week). Qualified candidate must have substantial experience mixing large musicals (25+ person casts, 6-10 piece bands) using the Broadway-standard “line-by-line” DCA/VCA/CG mixing style.

- In collaboration with the Sound Designer, A1 will program the sound console for each production. Qualified candidate must have substantial experience programming Yamaha CL Series consoles for “line-by-line” mixing.

- Collaborate closely with Sound Designer(s), Director(s), and Artistic Director to achieve the desired mix for each show and maintain the intention and integrity of the Sound Design throughout the run of the show.

- Assist in the Hang, Focus and Cable Runs of Audio Equipment, and determine cable paths for each audio plot with the Audio Supervisors direction and

- Receive, check in and help Audio Supervisor acquire necessary rental equipment needed per show basis and for Season rental

- Train the Audio Supervisor and/or A2(s) to be substitute mixers for each production after it has opened, for adequate coverage. Note substitute mixer’s mixes and work with them to maintain integrity and intention of the Sound Design.

- Attend weekly work calls

- Repair and maintenance of owned and rented Audio equipment

- Show documentation and maintenance

- Final Show documentation updated and provided to PM for each show

- Maintaining and organizing Audio Department inventory and infrastructure

- Assist in rehearsals and load-in/strike as necessary

- Possess a strong understanding of Sound System Signal Flow and Operation

- Possess a strong understanding of Sound System Power Flow and Operation

- Highly skilled in soldering cable, speaker rigging/hanging, and Signal Patching

- Responsible for building wireless mic rigs and wrangling wireless mics backstage

- Strong wireless systems understanding, including software, firmware, and networking knowledge.

- Capable of utilizing Hellerman Tools, Multi-Meters, and can demonstrate understanding of wireless element rigging.

- Must be able to troubleshoot problems quickly and effectively.

- Possess flexibility and positive backstage demeanor working with actors and other crew

- Proficiency in the safe use of ladders, lifts, and fall arrest equipment



Necessary Skills:

-QLab 4+

-Yamaha CL Series

-Dante Level 3 Certificate

-Experience with Meyer Sound systems and software

-Experience with Shure Wireless Workbench

-Working understanding of general networking

-Working knowledge of ClearCom analog communications systems and FreeSpeak wireless coms



$19-20/hr plus OT and housing included.



Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website: http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/about-us



Please send letter, resume and references to Amanda Woodward, Production Manager, at production@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2023 AUDIO 1 in the subject line.


Salary: $19 - $20 / Hour