Head Audio - IATSE 471 - HISTORY Ottawa

Job Summary:

Who We Are

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide.  Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 30,000 shows and 95+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 900 brands with the 86 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

Who You Are

Passionate and motivated with a proven track record.  Driven and determined with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed.  At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on! 

The Role

You will have the opportunity to be a part of the team for Live Nation’s newest Canadian venue, History Ottawa. A state-of-the-art venue, with a capacity of up to 2,000, you will play a big role in truly making this venue an Ottawa staple. If you are ready to be a part of Ottawa’s most memorable and historic shows, then keep on reading! 

In this part-time Head Audio position, you are responsible for ensuring the proper implementation and operator-level management of the History Ottawa Audio Systems.  This includes seamless interfacing of incoming tour equipment with History Ottawa’s audio system, along with top-level system control and recommendations for scheduled maintenance.  As part of the History Ottawa Technical Crew, the Head Audio might be called upon for general stagehand and production duties outside of the audio department.  This may include (but not limited to) assisting in load in & load out operations (which can include loading & unloading trucks), corporate event support, maintenance and other production support activities.  This position is a unionized position with IATSE Local 471 and, as such, is governed under the current History Ottawa/IATSE Local 471 collective agreement. 

Responsibilities

·       Perform as audio production lead for the in-house crew to meet the needs of the incoming tours production

·       Ensure audio production needs of the incoming show are seamlessly implemented as advanced by the Technical Director

·       Support the Technical Director and Assistant Technical Directors in show-day functions.

·       Assist and support in-house production department personnel with job functions as needed including loading in and loading out of equipment.

·       Ensure the History Ottawa equipment inventory stays accurate and equipment is checked in and out properly on a per-show basis. 

·       Coordinate and assist the technical director in ensuring ongoing equipment operational readiness such as equipment firmware programming, ongoing system tuning, etc.

·       Contribute to the maintenance planning, scheduling and implementation for all the pertinent equipment.

·       Ensure equipment status and repair needs are communicated to the Technical Director on a regular & timely basis.

·       Ensure positive and creative environment for the in-house crew

·       Degree or diploma from an accredited college or university technical production program or 3+ years’ experience of advanced audio operation with a recognized entertainment venue.

·       2 years or more of tour and/or stage production experience

·       Deep understanding of pro audio systems, audio signal flow, tuning and time alignment.

·       High-level working knowledge of operation of current audio consoles and equipment from manufacturers such as:

o   Digico

o   Yamaha

o   Allen & Heath

o   Soundcraft

o   SSL

·       Demonstratable skill and comfort with mixing Front-of-House (FOH) or Monitor audio

·       Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

·       Ability to make clear concise decisions; sometimes with limited information

·       Computer literate in common Windows & Mac OS production applications (i.e. SMAART, 10Eazy)

·       Ability to perform RF Coordination using spectrum analyzers and tools such as Wireless Workbench, Soundbase, IAS)

·       Ability to use PA Design and Management software tools like such as Meyer Sound COMPASS, Adamson Array Intelligence, or L’Acoustics LA Network Manager to configure and optimize a PA system parameters

·       Familiarization and literacy with technical protocols such as

o   Analog audio & video

o   Networked audio (i.e. Dante, AVB, MILAN, Q-Sys)

o   Digital Audio (i.e. MIDI, AES)

o   Immersive Audio & Video (i.e. Dolby Atmos, Sony 360)

·       Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills

·       Soldering and circuit diagnostic skills are preferable.

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

·       Working environment is fast-paced and often loud; must be able to work in winter conditions

·       Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing, lifting, bending, reaching, and working on your feet

·       Must be able to lift or move up to 75 lbs. using proper lifting techniques

·       Able to wear a radio earpiece during the scheduled shift

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

The expected compensation for this position is $43.14/hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Live Nation Canada strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by provincial and/or federal law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If accommodation is needed during the recruitment and selection process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation Canada recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Canada may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.