Job Detail

	Career Level : Staff				Experience : 2 Years				Gender : Male/Female
	Industry : Entertainment				Qualifications : Diploma

 Job Description

  Audio Technician

 Purpose of Position

• To set up operate and maintain audio equipment onboard to high standards for all entertainment venues

 Your Responsibilities

 Professional Duties

• Sets up and operates sound equipment for assigned shows, cabarets, lectures, presentations and ship events
• Sets up backline equipment and instrument microphones.
• Programs sound computer/console during technical rehearsals as assigned.
• Performs speaker/equipment check before each show.
• Ensures that show set-up is complete and exact.
• Ensures that design integrity and performance quality are maintained through the run of the shows.
• Is ready to mic an actor wirelessly if the need arises.
• Assists with the maintenance of audio equipment.
• Wires special sound projects.
• Communicates in a clear, concise and timely manner with Stage Manager and other departments.
• Possesses the ability to trouble shoot and communicate to provide information to resolve issues.
• Has organizational and operational skills including inventory, scheduling, maintenance, cleaning, storage, distribution and coordination.
• Is on time for all set-ups, show call, meetings and work calls.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in all sound areas.
• Participates in special events by assisting with sound needs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Cruise Director, Assistant Cruise Director, Stage Manager, and Audio Designer
• Performs in a manner consistent with VOC’s Mission, Values and Vision, including a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

 Guest Excellence

• Maintain, uphold and execute the Viking quality and Service Standards
• Monitor guest satisfaction and report issues, concerns and suggestions

 Your Profile

 A qualified professional audio technician with the ability to work within a team structure as well as independently. Able to maintain a positive work atmosphere

 Guidelines and Regulations

 Job Description • Contract • Company Rules and Regulations • Onboard ABC • Viking College • Uniform Regulation • Departmental Manual

 Reporting Line 

• Solid line: Report to the Cruise Director/ Assistant Cruise Director, Stage Manager

 Required Skills

• Qualifications in technical theatre is preferred but not required. Equivalency of experience, training and education in audio electronics will be also be considered
• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in which strong knowledge of audio electronics (specifically sound playback and live mixing) and basic wiring skills have been applied is required.
• Operational knowledge of YAMAHA CL SERIES and YAMAHA LS-9 digital consoles
• Operational knowledge of the SHURE UHFR & ULXD microphone systems.
• Enthusiastic crew member
• Strong command of English
• Operational knowledge of MAC & PC computers, navigation, file management, Microsoft and email
• Basic knowledge of the LEVEL 53 QLAB software
• Basic knowledge of the AUDINATE DANTE software.
• Basic knowledge of the concepts of DANTE AUDIO NETWORKING.
• Must have the ability to stand, kneel or crouch
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and scaffolding under supervision, adhering to safety standards
• Must have the ability to negotiate catwalks and access all points in all theatre spaces.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Time Management
• Teamwork and good communication
• Reliable and pressure resistant
• Proactive in upholding Viking standards of excellence

 Language Requirements

 Good knowledge of the English language is required.

 Required skills