Audio Engineer

The Audio Engineer supports Redline’s front ensemble and full ensemble performance by managing audio setup, operation, troubleshooting, balance, and equipment readiness. This role helps ensure microphones, speakers, mixers, cables, electronics, samples, synths, and related systems function reliably in rehearsals and performances.

The Audio Engineer works closely with the Front Ensemble Caption Head, Sound Designer, front ensemble staff, and equipment personnel to support the implementation of Redline’s sound design and electronic performance responsibilities.

Summary of Tasks:

  • Support audio setup, teardown, operation, and troubleshooting

  • Manage microphones, speakers, mixers, cables, electronics, playback systems, and related equipment

  • Support sound design implementation, samples, synths, patches, triggering, and balance needs

  • Help maintain audio equipment organization, care, storage, and readiness

  • Communicate audio issues, equipment needs, and setup concerns to the Front Ensemble Caption Head or appropriate leadership

  • Support performers and staff in understanding audio setup, operation, and care expectations

  • Attend rehearsals, performances, staff meetings, and major Redline activities as assigned

Qualifications/Desired Traits:

  • Demonstrated commitment to Redline’s mission, values, and organizational success

  • Strong understanding of live audio setup, signal flow, microphones, mixers, speakers, cables, electronics, troubleshooting, and performance reliability

  • Familiarity with MainStage or similar live performance audio software required

  • Prior experience with WGI, DCI, marching band, indoor percussion, live sound, theater audio, music production, or event audio preferred

  • Ability to support audio system setup, operation, troubleshooting, and equipment care

  • Ability to collaborate professionally with the Front Ensemble Caption Head, Sound Designer, front ensemble staff, equipment personnel, admin leadership, and members

  • Ability to support audio coverage needs and attend at least one full rehearsal weekend per month, or approximately six rehearsal blocks every four weeks, unless otherwise approved

  • Access to phone, email, computer, reliable internet, and tools needed to review audio plans, schedules, video, and rehearsal materials

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