Job Description

Sound Engineer

Job Type

Permanent, Full time

Salary

Competitive Salary, based on experience

plus, benefits

Department

Operations

Area of work

Liverpool / National

Line Manager

Director of Operations

(Working alongside AV/Vision/Lighting engineers

Dept Managers & Directors)

Role

The role of an MSP Sound Engineer covers setting up and operating sound systems for planned live, hybrid and virtual events at MSP HQ and at local and regional venues. You will form part of a team to deliver high-end events to the corporate and events market. You will need to be highly skilled and knowledgably in the configuration and operation of a broad range of systems and be a well organised, focused and positive team player.

Key Role & Responsibilities

Full working knowledge of all PA systems and general services offered by MSP.

Collaboration with the team to ensure flawless execution of live, virtual and hybrid events and conference productions.

Able to follow a brief from internal and external managers and clients and to produce a high-quality

technical production.

To be able to trouble-shoot with ease and provide solutions.

Interpret CAD plans to prepare sound system designs.

Rigging PA equipment, including Line Array and Point Source audio systems.

Set up, test and manage radio, lectern and delegate microphones delivering a crisp and clear audio.

Excellent understanding and knowledge working with digital and analogue mixing desks, QLab software, audio interfaces and other relevant equipment.

Ability to record audio and edit playback delivering seamless event experiences.

Ability to mix audio for broadcast and streaming videos.

To work well as part of a team, helping other technicians when required.

To provide on-site solutions and advice to clients and other suppliers.

To have a high-level of knowledge of the equipment being operated on site.

To ensure that all equipment being used is correctly packed and transported and secure on site.

Delivery and collection of equipment driving company vehicles.

Assistance in the warehouse with prepping, checks, maintenance and manual handling.

Adhere to Health & Safety standards and regulations.

Experience

Minium of 2 years' experience in a similar role.

Significant experience in the Live Events & Production Industry.

Experience of working with production schedules and client briefs.

A technical qualification and/or relevant sound experience required.

A strong working knowledge of IT and networks.

Key Attributes

Detailed understanding of the events sector.

Thorough understanding of the main sound operating systems.

Competent IT skills.

Highly developed organisational and time management skills.

Ability to prioritise work

Good attention to detail with a creative eye.

Able to discreetly problem solve and to work to deadlines.

Self-motivated.

Excellent communication skills.

High standard of personal presentation.

Excellent verbal and written communication.

Innovative and creative.

Confident dealing with corporate clients and suppliers.

Full UK driving license and own transport.

Training & Progression

On-going training will be provided as the job role requires. We place great value on our team

and actively encourage career progression within our expanding organisation. We offer regular one-on-one meetings and an annual role review.

Working Hours

A flexible approach to working hours will be required due to weekend and late night-time schedules, which are managed around flexible shift rotas to ensure a good work-life balance.

Overtime is paid at the normal hourly rate, however time off in lieu is preferred and scheduled over quieter periods or usually after longer shifts.

Holiday Entitlement

On Appointment 28 days per year

After 2 years' service 31 days per year

After 5 years 33 days per year

plus 1 day off for your birthday

Benefits

Bonus Night Pay

The company pays 50 when working away from home and staying overnight at a hotel under company expenses.

Private Healthcare Cover

We provide fast access to private medical treatment through a comprehensive health care package including digital access to a GP 24/7, mental health support, in-patient and day-patient treatment, advanced cancer cover and out-patient surgical procedures. All eligible treatment costs are paid and include consultant fees, diagnostic tests and scans if admitted to hospital.

Financial Planning Advice

We offer access to tailored financial planning and transparent advice through a team of highly qualified and independent financial advisors and estate planning consultants that can help you to navigate the complex decisions that come with managing finances. Help is provided to plan for your future, ensuring that you remain in a secure and prosperous financial position.

MSP On-site Facilities

Secure free parking, tea/coffee/Refreshments and full kitchen facilities.

Employee of the month award

Monetary Voucher

Industry Training programmes

Certified training programmes provided within working hours

Company Uniform provided

Branded polo shirts, t/shirts, fleeces & jackets.

General

To contribute to the success of our team culture and to deliver our aims and objectives, maintaining a flexible and positive attitude.

To adhere to MSP's health and safety policies and procedures and to observe a duty of care to all visitors, staff, and suppliers to MSP.

To undertake any other duty commensurate with this post as determined by the Management team.

This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive; it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.

It is inevitable over time that the emphasis of this job will change, therefore this information will be periodically reviewed, revised, and updated involving the post holder.

On-going training will be provided as the job role requires.

This is an opportunity to join a forward thinking and expanding company where you will be pivotal to the future growth, development, and success of the business.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your CV with a cover note to

Admin@msp-av.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexitime On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MSP Global Ltd