| Responsibilities |
- Act as head of department for the sound department.
- To ensure the smooth running & operations of the audio elements of the production.
- To run and oversee the sound load out during the weekly venue moves.
- To ensure the smooth running of the production on a daily basis, including running daily system checks and regular maintenance sessions.
- To look ahead at venues and raise any questions or concerns.
- To manage the Sound No.2.
- To execute sound cues during public performances and monitor the audio systems distributed across the site.
- To mix live inputs throughout the production and to liaise with guest artists and dep musicians as required.
- To ensure the sound system is kept in good working order to allow for smooth show running and liaise with the Production.
- Manage team and Sound Designer as required.
- To attend production meetings representing the sound department.
- To oversee the Manager’s hired and owned equipment; including microphones, loudspeakers & consumables and to ensure these are kept in good condition with regular maintenance, ordering replacements if necessary in conjunction with the Production Manager.
- To train and manage the Sound No.2 and any deps on the mix of the show.
- Report daily to the Company Manager.
- Take a lead on daily maintenance during show calls.
- Take a lead and organise all preventative maintenance calls as regularly as the management team sees fit. Fill out reports provided for maintenance.
- To undertake rigorous pre show checks and ensure all equipment is in good working order.
- To liaise with other technical departments and CSM/TSM to ensure clear lines of communication for the smooth running of the show,
- To be responsible, alongside the CSM, for supervising and scheduling staff within the sound department, including technical swings and deputy operators, as required.
- To ensure the Sound Department are maintaining the instruments used by band and cast.
- To uphold the high production standards expected on a first-class production and the artistic quality required by the sound designer.
- To carry out all other duties normally associated with the role of Sound No.1 on a first-class production.
- Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required.
- Comply with the Manager’s Health and Safety and other policies at all times.
- Ensure all instruments are kept maintained and in good working condition at all times. Work alongside the Sound No.2 to manage and log all instrument maintenance and care.
- Lead on all pre production prep, managing the kit, logistics and the freelance staff.
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