Live Audio and Video Production Engineer

Please apply at: https://forms.charlesrivermedia.com/active-job-listings

Live Audio and Video Production Engineer

Charles River Media provides in-studio and on-location video production, post production, and live streaming services for corporate, commercial, education, and nonprofit clients. We are hiring a Live Production Engineer with proficiency in both audio and video systems to play a key role in delivering high-quality live and recorded productions.

The ideal candidate is solutions-oriented and comfortable owning critical pieces of a production from setup through execution. We provide hands-on, on-the-job training and mentorship, with opportunities to expand technical skills across audio, video, and streaming workflows. Reports to Senior Technical Producer.

**Main Roles**

Position requires regular presence at our office and studio in Needham Heights, MA and at off-site production locations.

*Audio Engineering*

- Setup and operation of professional audio systems for live and broadcast environments

- Configure digital consoles, manage gain structure, routing, and mix integrity

- Deploy and manage wireless microphones, IFB, and communications systems

- Support FOH and/or broadcast mixes depending on production needs

- Proactively troubleshoot signal flow, RF, and connectivity issues in real time

- Support field audio recording workflows (boom, lavs, mixer/recorder) for interviews

*Video & Streaming Production*

- Support and operate multi-camera productions

- Operate or assist with professional video switchers (ATEM vMix)

- Integrate graphics, playback systems, and presentation content seamlessly

- Configure hardware/software encoders and manage RTMP and SRT streaming workflows

- Monitor stream quality, platform stability, and audio/video synchronization

- Support hybrid and virtual productions including remote presenters

*Additional*

- Build clean, organized signal chains across audio, video, data, and power

- Prepare and maintain organized equipment and inventory

- Communicate clearly with producers, crew, and clients throughout production

- Maintain high technical, organizational, and execution standards

**Requirements**

- 2–4 years experience in live production, broadcast, or AV environments

- Strong working knowledge of audio and video signal flow

- Experience supporting live streaming and hybrid event workflows

- Ability to troubleshoot confidently in fast-paced, live environments

- Ability to manage multiple productions and timelines simultaneously

- Ability to lift 50 pounds

- Valid driver's license and willingness to occasionally drive company production van

- Availability for occasional nights, weekends, and travel

**Would Be Nice**

- Familiarity with Dante AoIP workflows

- Experience with Allen & Heath SQ5 and SQ6 audio consoles and Shure Wireless mics

- Experience with camera operating (traditional and PTZ)

**Compensation**

- Salary starting at $58,000, commensurate with experience

- 401K with company match (eligible after 1 year)

- Medical insurance

- PTO

Please apply at: https://forms.charlesrivermedia.com/active-job-listings