SS Group Hiring for Sound Engineering Adviser at Dubai Full Time

Tasks vary depending on whether you’re working in live or recorded sound, and according to the size of the team, but generally you’ll be expected to:

• communicate with the performers, director or producer to understand their artistic vision and contribute your own creative ideas
• design, set up and test audio equipment including microphones and the speaker system, often with the assistance of a system technician
• conduct individual recordings of each instrument and vocal in a studio context
• conduct sound checks for front of house (audio for the audience) and the stage monitor or foldback system (audio for the performers), before the performance in live sound
• liaise with other departments, such as lighting
• use a mixing console during the performance to create a live mix, which balances sound levels
• add sound effects during a performance such as echo and equalisation
• resolve any audio-related technical problems that arise during the performance
• dismantle all audio equipment after the performance or studio session, reporting and resolving any faults to ensure equipment is safely maintained
• enhance, edit and mix studio recorded tracks
• master the mixed and edited tracks by listening to them and then using specialist equipment, such as equalizers or filters, to create a final, completed version, which realizes the artist’s vision and is ready for release
• log and archive the studio recording.

Skills

You’ll need to show:

• a positive attitude with enthusiasm for the role and working environment
• a good ear for pitch, timing and musical sound
• a high degree of technical competence and an excellent knowledge of musical recording technology
• a creative and logical approach to problem solving
• patience, particularly for working in the studio where achieving the perfect sound may take time
• a calm response to the pressures of live performance
• strong interpersonal skills
• attention to detail
• the ability to respond well to, and act on, criticism
• teamwork as you will work collaboratively with other technical staff and performers
• resilience in the face of setbacks
• an awareness of studio management and financing
• creativity
• budgeting and negotiating skills – particularly needed if you’re working freelance.