Senior Audio Engineer at Music Associates of Aspen

Senior Audio Engineers are members of the Edgar Stanton Audio Recording Center (ESARC) team. This team is responsible for recording performances for the eight-week summer festival providing live sound reinforcement and producing livestreams. ESARC staff work as part of the Meadows Campus production staff and report to the Director of Audio and Media Production for recording work and to the Head of Live Audio on live sound calls. ResponsibilitiesRecord a wide variety of performing ensembles encompassing symphonic orchestras recitals chamber ensembles operas choral groups and new music ensembles in a variety of venues including the Klein Music Tent Harris Concert Hall and the Wheeler Opera House.Provide live sound support including loading in speaker systems patching inputs/outputs running sound checks setting up keyboard instruments and mixing FOH or monitors.Participate in livestream concert production including camera operation score reading graphics and stream monitoring. Work independently as a project leader mentoring more junior audio engineers.Assist the Director of Audio and Media Production as needed with team leadership tasks such as scheduling quality control and interaction with artists and administration.RequirementsBroad experience and training in recording and editing classical music and/or providing sound reinforcement for a variety of music genres. Degree in audio engineering and at least one year of professional experience or 2 years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.A positive attitude strong work ethic attention to detail and good organization and communication skills.Experience leading a team of fellow engineers is preferred.Proficiency in Pro Tools and Reaper DAWs is preferred. Experience in multiple other DAWs will be considered.Livestreaming utilizes Aja encoders Vimeo hosting cameras by Canon and BlackMagic Design switchers.Commitment to a team effort throughout the course of the summer program. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States be able to lift boxes up to 50 lbs or greater weights in tandem with other crew members and have a valid drivers license. DatesJune 15 2026-August 26 2026Compensation$19/hour plus housing provided by AMFS. Overtime $28.50/hourBenefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time.Application ProcedurePlease complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and resume (with references) where prompted. PDF format only. Applicants are encouraged to submit a stereo recording of representative classical music no longer than 20 minutes in length and an accompanying recording report detailing the process. A variety of shorter excerpts of various ensembles is preferred over long recordings. Please send your audio examples via file sharing utility to Hiring TimelineApplication review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 9 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February 9. Application to remain open until position(s) filled.Statement on Culture Excellence and AccessThe AMFS is dedicated to fostering a welcoming community where every individual regardless of background or identity feels valued and respected. We believe that an accessible environment enriches our work encourages innovation and drives excellence. We are committed to continuously advancing these efforts regularly assessing and improving our policies and practicesand remain focused on creating lasting change both within our organization and the broader classical music industry.The AMFS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on age race sex gender color religion national origin disability military status genetic information sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Computer Science,E & I,Debugging,C/C++,Objective C,Swift,OS Kernels,Signal Processing,Matlab,Unreal Engine,Middleware,IOS Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1