Audio Technician (Cruise) - Worldwide

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate the main theater audio equipment for all shows and activities
FOH Mixing of up to 8 singers, 10 musicians and 16 tracks of digital playback accompaniment, all with reverb and delay.
Monitor Mixing (Stage and In‐Ear) for up to 8 singers, 10 musicians, 18 dancers and 10 technicians.
Wireless (Handheld and Beltpack/Headset) and Corded Microphones.
Perform show load‐ins and load‐outs (together with the Floor, Automation & Light Technicians) for each show.
Fill out the Audio Technical Reports detailing any new or outstanding problem pertaining to the audio systems around the ship and submit them to the Shipboard and Shoreside Supervisors weekly, copying the Entertainment Technical Manager and the Cruise Director.
Occasionally assist the Light Tech with loading pyro before shows (after proper training and certification being provided on board).
Respond to regular work calls (approx. twice a month) to perform (together with the Floor, Automation & Light Technicians) theater general cleaning and repairs, in addition to audio maintenance.
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all Entertainment Technical audio systems in the main theater and around the ship, perform troubleshooting and equipment/speaker replacement as needed.
Assist with additional multiple show setups, rehearsals and tech runs during cast change (typically happening every six months for about 4‐5 weeks).
Be part of the “Tech On Duty (TOD)” rotation (one week/cruise every four weeks/cruises), providing both guests and crew with entertainment technology related assistance:
Attend any safety, hospitality or job‐related training as required and scheduled by the ship’s command or immediate supervisors, including port‐manning rotation.
Ensure proper and thorough training on all job‐related aspects to the incoming replacement technician during the handover period.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Good knowledge of professional audio equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
Good knowledge of digital and analog audio consoles operation.
Good knowledge and understanding of show control and time code distribution.
Good knowledge of digital audio recording systems and their operation.
Good knowledge of electrical theory, be able to read and follow electrical and system drawings and diagrams.
Basic knowledge in PC hardware & software maintenance and repair
Good troubleshooting skills, basic repair skills, and able to crimp and solder connectors.
Theater background and experience, familiar with industry terms, standards, rules, regulations and common practices.
Comfortable working at heights up to 35ft (10.5m), be able to safely climb an A‐frame ladder and properly operate a Genie lift.
Good overall health and physical condition (to be determined by physician).
Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
Required to work up to 10hrs per 24hr period, 7 days a week.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Resume outlining previous employment, education or related experience in Word or PDF format
Proof of Certifications/ Degrees (if any)
Reference Letters (contact information)
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