Freelance Audio Engineer
Current- Communicate with the performers, director or producer to understand their artistic vision and contribute your own creative ideas- Design, set up and test audio equipment including microphones and the speaker system, often with the assistance of a system technician- Conduct individual recordings of each instrument and vocal in a studio context- Conduct sound checks for front of house (audio for the audience) and the stage monitor or foldback system (audio for the performers), before the performance in live sound- Liaise with other departments, such as lighting- Use a mixing console during the performance to create a live mix which balances sound levels- add sound effects during a performance such as echo and equalisation- rcesolve any audio-related technical problems that arise during the performance- dismantle all audio equipment after the performance or studio session, reporting and resolving any faults to ensure equipment is safely maintenance