The Fireside philosophy is that “people will come to where they have been invited and will return to where they have been made to feel welcome.” We take care in selecting personnel with a caring, friendly personality and expect that attitude to be maintained in every aspect of the job. Our Customer Service Mission is: To provide each guest with a memorable experience through friendly, courteous and gracious service. We believe strongly that each department is a critical member of the team whether or not they have direct contact with the customer.
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Are you looking for a career behind the scenes at an amazing Dinner Theatre in Wisconsin? The Fireside Theatre is seeking an Audio Visual Supervisor to join our theatre production team!
The Audio Visual Supervisor is a key member of the Fireside Theatre Production Team responsible for the design, implementation, operation, and management of all audio, video, show control, and communication systems for Fireside productions, special events, and other projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Primary sound designer for Fireside productions, special events, and other projects
- Partners with directors, designers, and production staff to create effective and engaging sound designs
- Creates, edits, programs, and maintains sound cues, music, effects, playback systems, and show documentation for theatrical productions and events
- Manages all audio and A/V systems, including digital consoles, QLab, Dante networking, wireless systems, intercoms, recording systems, and related technology
- Oversees all the audio department staff, including training/mentoring, and scheduling
- Manages audio budgets, equipment inventory, purchasing, maintenance, and departmental needs
- Supports rehearsals, technical rehearsals, performances, concerts, and special events through audio setup, operation, troubleshooting, and live mixing
- Collaborates with production, artistic, and other departments to ensure the successful execution of all audio and technical needs
- Attends required production meetings, designer runs, technical rehearsals, previews, and performances as needed
- Handles multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating with creative and production teams
- Performs all other duties as requested by management
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Sound Design, Audio Engineering, Theatre Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered
- Professional experience in theatrical sound design, live audio production, and audio system management
- Experience supervising, mentoring, and/or managing audio personnel preferred
- Proficiency with digital audio consoles including DiGiCo (preferred), QLab, Dante networking, digital audio workstations (DAWs), wireless microphone systems, and theatrical audio workflows.
- Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with creative and production teams
- Sharp problem-solving skills with the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced production environment
This position has a flexible schedule but does require availability that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and additional time during rehearsal and tech weeks.
Pay is negotiable based on experience.
If you’re interested in having the opportunity to work to work behind the scenes in our theatre, we’d love to meet you!
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Full Time Benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401 (k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Free meals
- Preview Night – employee and guest see the show for free
- Awards and recognition program
- Percent off on Gift Shop Merchandise
Pay: From $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
Work Days:
Work Location: In person
