2025-26 Temp. Sound Effect Technician High School Winter Musical at Ellensburg School District 401

Job Description: Temp. Sound Effect Technician High SchoolWinter MusicalPosition: Sound Effect TechnicianReports To:Producer and ASB CoordinatorContract Amount:$500.00*Compensation listed reflects the current fiscal year and may vary from year to year based on budget availability and district funding.Job Summary:The Sound Effect Technician is responsible for preparing operating and managing all sound effects for the production. This position works closely with the Producer Director and Stage Manager to ensure audio elements are executed smoothly and effectively during rehearsals and performances. The technician also helps educate and supervise student crew members and collaborates with parent and community volunteers as needed.Essential Job Functions:Design source or record all required sound effects for the show.Prepare cue sheets and coordinate timing of effects with the Stage Manager.Set up and test playback equipment hardware and software.Operate sound effects during rehearsals and live performances.Train and support student crew members in sound operation.Maintain accurate records of equipment use and budget-related purchases.Attend strike and restore all equipment to its pre-show condition.Qualifications:Basic knowledge of sound effects.Ability to work with a team and follow artistic direction.Attention to detail and creativity.Compliance and SupervisionSupport adherence to school and district policies safety standards and ASB regulations.Assist with building access supervision and closing facilities during rehearsals and performances.Minimum RequirementsMust be 21 years of age or older.Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check.Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).Completion of required district trainings (Blood Borne Pathogen Sexual Harassment etc.).Applicant is responsible for the cost of the fingerprintsQualificationsKnowledge of theatre production processes.Familiarity with stage management technical theatre or event coordination preferred.Strong organizational communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work positively with students staff parents and community volunteers.Commitment to supporting a student-centered inclusive production environment.ACKNOWLEDGMENT: This Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such it is not necessarily all-inclusive and the job may require other essential and/or nonessential functions tasks duties or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the right to add modify or exclude any essential or nonessential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.Applicants of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.Ellensburg School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity color religion creed national origin sexual orientation gender identity gender expression homelessness immigration or citizenship status disability neurodivergence the use of a trained dog guide or service animal age and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator Rhonda Schmidt ; Section 504/ADA Coordinator Lori Gylling . Address for both coordinators: 1300 East Third Avenue Ellensburg WA 98926Required Experience:IC Key Skills Events,IT Audit,Land Survey,Accountancy,Contract Employment Type : Temp Experience: years Vacancy: 1