Overhire Event Sound Technician

Department: Sound 

Reports to: Event Production Manager  

Compensation: $31.05 per hour

Benefits: Non-Benefits Eligible

Schedule: On an as needed basis & variable

 This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local 13. 

Position Summary

The Overhire Sound Technician assists with the load in/out, operation, and rigging of sound equipment for Guthrie productions. The Head Sound Engineer schedules work assignments.

The Guthrie employs Overhire staff on an as-needed basis which varies throughout the year based on the needs of each production or event. All Overhire positions may range in terms of both required experiences and length of commitment.  All Overhire employees are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.

The Guthrie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an equitable environment that finds strength in diversity of identity, experience and perspective. We are dedicated to hiring and developing talented teams that are inclusive and welcoming to individuals with different backgrounds, thoughts, and abilities. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Essential Knowledge and Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating DiGiCo consoles (Dowling Studio).
• Experience programming and operating digital audio consoles (Non-Dowling Studio).
• Strong understanding of audio signal flow.
• Experience working with wireless microphone systems.
• Can utilize EQ to reduce feedback and improve clarity.
• Can work efficiently and adapt quickly as priorities shift.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Professional, respectful, and collaborative within the department and with related departments.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Receptive to direction and can implement feedback.
• Strong commitment to health and safety in the workplace.
• Can lift and hold 25 lbs.
• Can lift things overhead. 
• Can maneuver the theater spaces with or without accommodations. 
• Can stand and sit for extended periods of time. 
• Can work on an as-needed basis and can be scheduled based on the needs of the event. 
• Experience with and commitment to working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, including but not limited to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, family and/or marital status, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, body size/type, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 

WHO SHOULD APPLY? 

The Guthrie relies on the talents of many artists and staff, both on and off the stage, to create powerful works of theater at the Guthrie. We are dedicated to building an equitable environment that is mixed across lines of difference. Acknowledging that there are many identities that are underrepresented in the theater overall, the Guthrie strongly encourages candidates who bring diversity of identity, experience and thought to apply. We also acknowledge that candidates can have unique and non-linear and transferable skills. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification but have transferrable skills and passion for our mission and vision.

WHY SHOULD I APPLY? 

Be a part of a leading non-profit organization that is committed to serving not only the local Twin Cities community but the industry as a whole. In addition to a competitive salary, the Guthrie offers top-notch employee benefits and staff perks.

• Sick Time:  One hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked (in concurrence with the Minneapolis and State of Minnesota Sick and Safe Time requirements).
• Transportation: Subsidized passes for Metro Transit buses and trains, Discounted pre-tax monthly ramp parking, Discounted bike locker rental
• Complimentary Tickets: To Guthrie productions
• Discounted Tickets: To all shows produced by the Guthrie and to some performances hosted by the Guthrie
• Classes and Camps: Discounts to Guthrie classes and camps
• Other Employee Perks: Wellness Program, Guthrie Store discount, Affinity Groups

ABOUT THE GUTHRIE 

The Guthrie Theater engages exceptional theater artists in the exploration of both classic and contemporary plays connecting the community we serve to one another and to the world. Through its extraordinary artists, staff and facility, the Guthrie is committed to the people of Minnesota, and from its place, rooted deeply in the Twin Cities, influences the field as a leading 21st century arts organization. Every year more than 500 people, both on stage and off, help ensure our success in creating and supporting the highest level of theater. As an organization, we are committed to our values of Artistic Excellence, Community, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Fiscal Responsibility. The Guthrie Theater is located in the historic Mill District along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As the largest city in the state, Minneapolis offers a large variety of parks, lakes, great food, festivals, malls and more. 

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT 

The Guthrie Theater would like to acknowledge that we gather on the traditional land of the Dakota People and honor with gratitude the land itself and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations, including the Ojibwe and other Indigenous nations. 

 
Applicants must submit a resume to be considered for the position.