ABOUT US

The Saugatuck Center for the Arts is a community-based art center transforming lives through innovative education, bold entertainment, and unexpected engagement. We are a community asset, a collaborative partner, and are deeply committed to building a stronger, more vibrant regional arts & cultural landscape.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Sound Assistant shall work alongside professional sound, Equity and non-Equity theatre personnel. He or she shall perform each and every duty and obligation with due diligence and to the best of his/her knowledge, skill, judgment and ability. The Sound Intern – A2 is expected to devote such amounts of time, energy and skill as may be necessary to perform the duties required hereunder. Hours are dependent on tech rehearsal and performance times, and include nights and weekends.

Opportunities, duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working and coordinating with the Sound Designer, Sound Board Operator, Artistic Director, Music Director, Stage Manager, TD, and other theatre staff
• Installing and striking sound equipment for each production, along with the designer or other techs
• Preparing all mics for casts and musicians; mic checks for all performers before each performance
• Assist with the set-up of Clearcom/communications devices
• With Sound Designer/Technician, trouble-shooting sound issues and resolving mic issues in real time during performances as well as when theatre is dark.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to pay attention and follow verbal and written directions
• Working knowledge of sound board equipment (Yamaha Q5), a variety of speakers, monitors, microphones, and communication equipment (Clearcom) is a plus. Video knowledge is also helpful.
• Ability to problem solve quickly.

REPORTS TO: The Sound Intern – A2 reports directly to the Sound Designer, Sound Board Operator and the Equity Stage Manager. Final employment authority is with the Producer and Artistic Director.

COMMITMENT: This is a non-Equity position running for the productions Kinky Boots and/or Jersey Boys (Subject to change). It is a temporary, part-time position. It is possible to hold this position for more than one production per season. Productions run 7 weeks in length.

SCHEDULE:

Kinky Boots

June 16 - Designer Run (TBD)

June 18 - 22 - Tech week

June 23 - Opening

July 17 - Closing

Jersey Boys

Aug 4 - Designer Run (TBD)

Aug 5 - (Benefit)

Aug 6-10 - Tech Week

August 11 - Opening

Sept 3 - Closing

COMPENSATION: Negotiable. Housing may be available.

College credit: It is the student’s responsibility to arrange for college credit at their school. MSW/SCA is happy to assist by completing requested evaluations, reports or other documentation.

TO APPLY: Please supply a cover letter and resume with reference contact information.