What are the responsibilities and job description for the Touring Audio/Video Technician position at The Hip Hop Nutcracker?
DESCRIPTION
TOURING AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNICIAN
The Hip Hop Nutcracker — National Tour
About the Role
MEPs — the producing and general management company behind The Hip Hop Nutcracker — is seeking a touring Audio/Video Technician for the show's upcoming national tour. This position leads audio and supports video elements on the road, and serves as the technical point person for each venue.
This position reports to the Production Manager, Head Electrician/TD, Video Team
Key Responsibilities
*Support the production design teams during the rehearsal process
*Prep, restock, and maintain production equipment and supplies for the run of the tour
*Collaborate with the Production Manager and PSM during the venue advance process on tour, providing venues with complete and accurate information on the production needs, and submitting required paperwork on schedule
*Work with the house audio plot at each stop to fit the venue's space, load-in schedule, available crew, while preserving the integrity of the original design
*Set up, test, and troubleshoot the video playback system at each venue, including MIDI triggering through QLab; confirm video cues are mapped and syncing correctly with the performance track
*Oversee audio load-in, notes, and load-out at every venue, adjusting mix and system tuning to match what's available on the road
*Coordinate wireless microphone frequencies and RF coordination at each venue
*Direct and check the work of local crew on audio equipment placement, cabling, and patch
*Run a performance track as needed
*Track departmental spending, inventory, and equipment condition throughout the tour
*Cross-train with other departments to help cover gaps in crew availability
*Support the load and unload of the truck at each stop
*Ensure all rented equipment is maintained, and returned/packed for storage at tour's end
*Keep all production paperwork current for archival purposes
Qualifications
*5 years of experience in theatrical audio and video, or equivalent
*Experience supervising local crews, including IATSE house crews
*Working knowledge of audio mixing consoles, signal flow, and wireless microphone/RF systems
*Proficiency with QLab for audio and video playback, including MIDI triggering and cue mapping for video content, or comparable software
*Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, push/pull up to 100 lbs, stand for extended periods, climb stairs, and work at height (rigging speakers, running cable, and mounting video equipment)
*Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable mentoring early-career crew members and working across diverse communities
Compensation & Logistics
*Pay: $1,200/week
*Housing: Provided for the duration of the tour
*Travel: Travel will be by bus (overnight sleeper) and plane (pending length and time of jumps)
*Per diem: $75/day
*Pre-tour prep: Begins the week of October 26, 2026, (approx. two weeks prior to first performance)
*Tour dates: November 8, 2026 – January 3, 2027 (approximately 21 cities)
To Apply
Submit a resume and three references to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis [with priority given to those received by 8/9/26]. Cover letters are not required and will not be reviewed. No phone calls, please.
Submit a resume and three references to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis [with priority given to those received by 8/9/26]. Cover letters are not required and will not be reviewed. No phone calls, please.
MEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply.
SALARY
$1,200.00 – $1,200.00 per week
- NON-UNION