CENTER FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS DBA Arts Bonita Verified
Arts & Culture, Non-Profit Organization, Education
Concert Audio Stage Patch Technician - Audio A2
Bonita Springs, FLOnsitePart Time$18–$22 /hrPosted 28 days ago
Required skills
- live sound
- stage audio management
- live band environments
- analog audio routing
- sub-snakes
- stage boxes
- multipin systems
- production intercom systems
- stage plots
- input lists
Nice to have
- digital stage boxes
- Midas AES50
- Dante audio networking
Role summary
The Concert Audio Stage Patch Technician is responsible for preparing and patching audio equipment on stage for live performances. This role involves setting up risers, microphones, and backline, connecting audio systems, managing cabling, and troubleshooting technical issues. The technician will coordinate with the Technical Director, Audio Engineers, and performers to ensure all audio requirements are met efficiently, especially during quick changeovers between acts. Proficiency in analog audio routing and basic electrical safety is required, with familiarity in digital audio networking being a plus. The role also requires the ability to manage production paperwork using Excel and handle physical demands of the job.
Job Overview
The Concert Audio Stage Patch Technician is responsible for stage preparation and audio patching in both performance venues, including riser placement, input routing, microphones, stands, and house backline.
Working closely with the Technical Director and Audio Engineers, the Stage Patch Technician coordinates stage requirements with performers and ensures that equipment is correctly placed, connected, tested, and ready for each performance.
Key Responsibilities
The Concert Audio Stage Patch Technician is responsible for stage preparation and audio patching in both performance venues, including riser placement, input routing, microphones, stands, and house backline.
Working closely with the Technical Director and Audio Engineers, the Stage Patch Technician coordinates stage requirements with performers and ensures that equipment is correctly placed, connected, tested, and ready for each performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Stage Preparation: Prepare and position stage risers, microphones, stands, DI boxes, and house backline according to confirmed stage plots.
- Audio Patching: Connect stage boxes, sub-snakes, and main splits according to approved input lists.
- Changeovers: Unpatch, strike, reset, and repatch equipment efficiently within established changeover times.
- Show Advancing: Communicate with incoming acts to confirm backline, stage equipment, and production requirements. Verify stage plots and communicate changes to the Technical Director.
- Cabling and Power: Arrange and manage stage cabling and power distribution safely, keeping work areas and access routes clear.
- Line Checks: Conduct systematic line and signal checks with the Technical Director before performers arrive.
- Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve incorrect patches, faulty cables, RF interference, and inactive channels in coordination with the Audio Engineers.
- Load-Out and Reset: Clear the stage after performances, oversee performer equipment load-out and departure, and prepare the stage for the following day’s activities.
- At least two years of live sound experience, specifically in stage audio management and live band environments. Demonstrated proficiency through a practical skills assessment may substitute for the experience requirement.
- Strong understanding of analog audio routing, sub-snakes, stage boxes, and multipin systems.
- Ability to communicate patch changes clearly to mixing engineers through production intercom systems.
- Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, wrap cables efficiently, and work on ladders and scaffolding at heights of up to 25 feet, with or without reasonable accommodation and in accordance with safety procedures.
- Basic knowledge of safe electrical practices and the proper use of power tools.
- Ability to use Excel and maintain accurate input lists, stage plots, and production paperwork.
- An organized, focused approach and the ability to respond constructively to feedback during fast-paced events.
- Applicants should be prepared to complete a hands-on skills assessment before a contract engagement is offered.
- Familiarity with digital stage boxes, Midas AES50 connections, and Dante audio networking.
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