What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audio Technician - 2026 Dance Competition Tour Team position at OneBeat Dance Brands?
When passion, courage, and craftsmanship are put into something, positive things will happen. OneBeat Dance Brands produces the most exciting, high-energy, innovative events in the dance industry. We are a growing family of brands dedicated to creating the best experience possible for our dancers, teachers, and attendees. Our brands currently include Beyond the Stars, Groove, Breakout, and Reverb! Collectively, we host over 200 regional dance competitions, 8 national finals, and 13 fall dance conventions per season. Join us and become a part of the energy and excitement of OneBeat!
The Audio Team Member is responsible for the flow and energy of the show. The responsibilities of the Audio Team Member may vary based on event. They may be responsible for introducing routines and making announcements throughout the show. In this case, a clear and enthusiastic voice is important, along with comfortability speaking into a microphone. The Audio Team Member is responsible for accurately playing the music during the competition. It is the Audio Team Member's job to set-up, breakdown and operate our audio console. The Audio Team Member will work closely with the necessary team members to keep the show running smoothly, efficiently & in the order determined by the Backstage Team. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that audio levels are consistent & smooth across tracks played within all mixes throughout the entire event. Between each dance routine, the Audio Team Member will play music to keep the crowd entertained as provided on company equipment. At certain events, Audio Team Members will be responsible for operating our additional lighting software. As dances enter & exit the stage, they will need to toggle between different lighting cues. The Audio Team Members will be responsible for running a smooth awards ceremony with both audio and, when necessary, lighting from start to finish. Audio Team Members must have basic knowledge & understanding of signal flow, mixing & troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
200 - 305 USD per day(Remote)
The Audio Team Member is responsible for the flow and energy of the show. The responsibilities of the Audio Team Member may vary based on event. They may be responsible for introducing routines and making announcements throughout the show. In this case, a clear and enthusiastic voice is important, along with comfortability speaking into a microphone. The Audio Team Member is responsible for accurately playing the music during the competition. It is the Audio Team Member's job to set-up, breakdown and operate our audio console. The Audio Team Member will work closely with the necessary team members to keep the show running smoothly, efficiently & in the order determined by the Backstage Team. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that audio levels are consistent & smooth across tracks played within all mixes throughout the entire event. Between each dance routine, the Audio Team Member will play music to keep the crowd entertained as provided on company equipment. At certain events, Audio Team Members will be responsible for operating our additional lighting software. As dances enter & exit the stage, they will need to toggle between different lighting cues. The Audio Team Members will be responsible for running a smooth awards ceremony with both audio and, when necessary, lighting from start to finish. Audio Team Members must have basic knowledge & understanding of signal flow, mixing & troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
- Set-up audio equipment and some lighting software.
- Play each entry's music as determined by the Backstage Team.
- Play music from the company provided equipment in-between dance entries.
- Run a smooth awards ceremony.
- Announce entries on a microphone with an enthusiastic and confident tone when needed.
- Toggle between lighting cues for when a dance performs, in-between dances, and for award ceremonies.
- Communicate missing music with on-site directors.
- Problem solves with creative solutions to accommodate each venue.
- Make sure the overall music is smooth & consistent with levels, and any Team Member on the mic is clearly heard at all times.
- Break-down audio equipment and some lighting software.
- Comply with all policies & procedures listed in the employee handbook.
- Adhere to all other duties as assigned by the event director or designee.
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work weekends (Thursday–Monday) and travel from January–June.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Comfortable working in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
- Flexibility and adaptability in responding to shifting event needs.
200 - 305 USD per day(Remote)
