Sydney Comedy Festival Audio Operator / Sound Technician

1 Month Contract: Audio Operator for The Sydney Comedy Festival

Position: Audio Operator for The Sydney Comedy Festival

Experience: Junior - Intermediate

Period: 21st April – 18th May

Company: Century – Events, Venues, Artists

About the Sydney Comedy Festival

The Sydney Comedy Festival is a comedy festival running at various venues across Sydney including the Enmore Theatre, Factory Theatre, Manning Bar, Comedy Store, to name a few. The festival runs over four weeks from Monday 21 April to Sunday 18 May. During the festival season, the venues we operate transform into festival hubs.

About the Role

As a Live Audio Operator at The Sydney Comedy Festival, you will be responsible for setting up, and operating FOH systems for a wide range of live comedy events. You will work closely with directors, production teams, and other technical staff to ensure that every performance sounds great and runs smoothly. Our new Audio Technicians are passionate about comedy and entertainment, have solid experience working with all aspects of live entertainment in venues.

Required:

Q-Lab experience or eagerness to learn the software
Must be available for entire period from 21st April to the 18th May. If not available for entire period, still apply if available for most full weeks.
Available Wednesday to Sunday. No mid-week unavailability's permitted.
Start times can be anywhere from 10am – 5pm depending on rehearsals
End times can be between 10pm –12am
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:

Operating audio consoles for comedy performances
Familiar with Analogue and Digital audio systems
Setting up stage and microphones for live performances
Representing the Sydney Comedy Festival through liaison with Artists, Production Managers and our Clients on show days.
Troubleshooting and problem solving for audio systems
Reporting; end of event,
Key Priorities:

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Taking responsibility of stage and production areas

Desirable:

Preferred experience as a Sound Operator, preferably within the live entertainment industry.

A passion for comedy and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Other work opportunities may arise from your work during the Sydney Comedy Festival

Pay: $30 – 35 / hr

Hours per week: 30-44 hours

Company Overview
Please visit http://www.century.com.au for more information