What are the responsibilities and job description for the A1 position at Maine State Music Theatre?
DESCRIPTION
-Dates: Arrive: Mon May 18, Start: Tues May 19, Last Day: Mon Aug 24, Depart: Tues Aug 25
-Pay: $1,100.00 a week, exempt salaried position
-Housing: Shared housing, fully furnished, collegiate style with a private bedroom. Weekly Housing fee of $100.00
-Travel: Not provided
-Location: Brunswick, ME
Primary Responsibilities
Essential functions include (but are not limited to):
-Manager of the Sound Department
-Supervise a staff of 5
-Attend all Mainstage production meetings
-Work with Mainstage Designers and the Creative teams for each production to fulfill their artistic/sound choices
and realize their vision
-Mix the mainstage series shows
-Supervise and the execute the installation of the sound package
-Set-up of all microphones (wired and wireless), backline gear, monitors, processing/effects equipment, and the mixing
console for all shows
-Run sound for concerts, special events, and TYAs as needed
-Work with the Sound Designer with recording/editing sound effects
-Maintain equipment, supplies, and stock items; participate in day-to-day maintenance
-Attend/Assist all run-throughs, backstage prep, technical rehearsals, performances, load ins, and strikes as scheduled
-Attend all production meetings
Qualifications
The following skills and experience are required:
-Superior skills in mixing, editing, and creating effects
-Previous professional experience mixing large scale musicals
-Knowledge and experience using DiGiCo sound consoles, Lectrosonics SSM wireless mics, Sennhesier wireless mics, Clear-Comm and Hearing Assist Systems
-Aptitude for creative technical and artistic problem solving
-Able to manage teams and foster both team and individual growth among employees
-Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, multi-tasking, and communication skills
MSMT is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
TO APPLY
Please submit to Kyle Coyer, Director of Production at [email protected], your cover letter, employment resume, 3 contact references which should include the person’s Name, position, company they work for, phone and email address. Post your LAST NAME and JOB POSITION in the subject line please.
** NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE**
DURATION
May 19, 2026 - Aug 24, 2026
SALARY
$1,100.00 – $1,100.00 per week