Head of Audio Systems
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Occupation Type
Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified.
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£74,700
(£38.31 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
POSITION PROFILE
Position title: Head of Audio Systems
Division: UK Live Productions
Line Manager: Account Manager
Position Summary
Solotech team is comprised of more than 2,000 people passionate about audio-visual and entertainment technology, driven by the same ambition: to deliver spectacular experiences worldwide. As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, Solotech offers competitive benefits, a collaborative and inspiring work environment, and development opportunities in nearly 20 locations across America, Europe and Asia. If you want to be part of a unique story that has been shining for over 45 years, we invite you to join us!
Join Our World-Class Team - As head of Audio Systems on site at ABBA Voyage.
We are expanding our exceptional team to ensure ABBA Voyage continues to deliver outstanding performances. In partnership with ABBA Voyage, Solotech supplies cutting-edge equipment and key production personnel across audio, video, and lighting disciplines.
You will have experience in operating large scale live productions in theatre or other industries and must have extensive audio systems knowledge as you lead your team and work alongside all departments to ensure the smooth running of the show and overall upkeep of the audio system.
Main Responsibilities
POSITION PROFILE
Position title: Head of Audio Systems
Division: UK Live Productions
Line Manager: Account Manager
Position Summary
Solotech team is comprised of more than 2,000 people passionate about audio-visual and entertainment technology, driven by the same ambition: to deliver spectacular experiences worldwide. As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, Solotech offers competitive benefits, a collaborative and inspiring work environment, and development opportunities in nearly 20 locations across America, Europe and Asia. If you want to be part of a unique story that has been shining for over 45 years, we invite you to join us!
Join Our World-Class Team - As head of Audio Systems on site at ABBA Voyage.
We are expanding our exceptional team to ensure ABBA Voyage continues to deliver outstanding performances. In partnership with ABBA Voyage, Solotech supplies cutting-edge equipment and key production personnel across audio, video, and lighting disciplines.
You will have experience in operating large scale live productions in theatre or other industries and must have extensive audio systems knowledge as you lead your team and work alongside all departments to ensure the smooth running of the show and overall upkeep of the audio system.
Main Responsibilities
- Collaborate and lead the Audio System department to ensure the smooth running and operation of the show.
- Maintain the System Design under the guidance of the designer and Solotech project staff.
- Ensure all equipment is maintained to Solotech’s standards ensuring compliance is adhered to (cables, connectors, packaging, etc.).
- Develop maintenance schedules and coordinate with the Solotech team for implementation.
- Lead the upkeep of the concourse system (Q-Sys/AES67) alongside the audio team.
- Create and maintain the systems plot, ensuring paperwork is updated with any system changes.
- Communicate effectively with the show-running team to efficiently resolve issues during the show.
- Report any damaged equipment immediately to the Solotech Project Manager and organise repairs.
- Coordinate with the Dark Day technicians to integrate projects across the departments.
- Proactively review and implement contingency procedures and then sign off team members.
- Plan for and prepare for audio technology failures during shows, ensuring backup equipment is correctly programmed and operated to prevent show stops and cancellations.
Level of Education:
- Industry accepted qualifications or third-party training
- Educated to degree level (or equivalent) or proven work experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ proven work experience within the live events industry
- Have a very good working knowledge of audio system’s with specific focus on the control equipment
- Leadership skills to train, develope and nuture your team
- General technical knowledge in lighting, sound & video
- Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to multitask calmly under pressure
Knowledge of any/all of the following protocols applicable to the show would be of great benefit
- DiGiCo Quantum 5 and 7T Platform
- Optocore
- QSC Q-Sys
- L-Acoustics L-ISA Control & Network Manager
- Direct Out - Prodigy / Globcon
- Merging Technologies - Ovation
- Audinate - Dante
- Luminex - AVB, AES67
- Reidel Communications - Bolero & Artist
- Shure PSM1000 Systems & Shure Axient Digital Systems
- IPAF 1b
- Right to Work and Remain in the UK
- Ability to travel throughout the UK including overnight stays from time to time