Theatre Audio Trainer – Coach

Bellarmine College Preparatory

. Teach students audio technical planning, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for school theatre productions, musicals, assemblies, and other events .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audio technical planning, setup, and operation for theatrical productions, with a strong focus on sound mixing, equipment management, and collaboration with production teams. Capable of training students in audio techniques while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Live Sound ExperienceSound Mixing Console OperationAudio Signal Flow UnderstandingSound Cue PreparationTechnical Training

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Hard Skills

Audio Technical PlanningSound System DesignMixing Console OperationMicrophone ManagementAudio EditingTroubleshootingEquipment MaintenanceSound Cue ExecutionSignal Flow UnderstandingLive Sound Mixing

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamworkProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Mixing ConsolesMicrophonesSpeakersAmplifiersPlayback EquipmentAudio Editing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Technical TrainingRelevant Certifications

Industry Keywords

Theatre AudioConcert ProductionLive PerformancesProduction DocumentationEducational Setting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach students audio technical planning, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for school theatre productions, musicals, assemblies, and other events
Design, prepare, and operate sound systems for theatrical productions and performing arts events
Set up, test, and operate mixing consoles, microphones, wireless microphone systems, speakers, monitors, amplifiers, and playback equipment
Mix dialogue, vocals, music, sound effects, and background audio during rehearsals and performances
Create, program, organize, and execute sound cues with the director, stage manager, and production team
Manage wireless microphone assignments, batteries, frequency coordination, and microphone placement
Participate in technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances
Assist with sound design, audio editing, recording, and playback preparation
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, inventory, organize, and safely store audio equipment
Maintain production documentation including equipment lists, microphone plots, signal flow diagrams, and sound cue sheets
Train and supervise students in audio setup, soundboard operation, microphone management, equipment breakdown, safe handling, signal flow, and live sound mixing
Collaborate with theatre directors, faculty, stage managers, production staff, students, and administrators
Attend production meetings and coordinate sound checks, rehearsals, equipment setup, and performance preparation
Provide technical assistance for liturgical celebrations and faith-based school activities as assigned
Complete required school training and comply with safeguarding, student protection, employee conduct, and school safety policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience in live sound, theatre audio, concert production, or a related technical field
Working knowledge of sound mixing consoles, wired and wireless microphones, speakers, amplifiers, audio playback systems, and basic recording equipment
Understanding of audio signal flow, gain structure, equalization, feedback prevention, and troubleshooting
Ability to prepare and execute sound cues for live theatrical performances
Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and production teams
Availability to work evenings and occasional weekends for rehearsals, performances, and school events
Ability to lift 20 pounds using proper lifting techniques
Ability to sit, stand, and/or move around the applicable working environment as needed
Ability to travel around campus safely and comfortably
Ability to use a keyboard or alternative input device and other office equipment
Ability to read printed, computer-screen, mobile-device, and laptop information, often for extended periods
Ability to operate audio consoles, computers, microphones, and related technical equipment
Technical training, relevant certifications, or equivalent professional experience preferred
Previous experience in a school, theatre, or educational setting preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

$1250 stipend
Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as necessary to perform essential job functions