Student Audio Engineer

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.

• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).

• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.

• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.

• Federal Work Study student may apply.

• In good disciplinary standing.

• Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.

About the AfroRoots Series:
AfroRoots is an intimate concert series that takes place bi-monthly in the Africana Studies Center, featuring performances in music and musical theater. Students prepare a 20-minute set of songs and repertoire that ranges across the African Diaspora, showcasing a profound sense of Black creative expression and Black excellence. If you would like to see any of our previous AfroRoots for reference, please visit our YouTube Channel at Berklee_Africana.

We are seeking a technically skilled Student Audio Engineer to support the recording and mixing of live performances. This role is critical to ensuring professional-grade audio for each AfroRoots performance. This position will work closely with the production team to deliver clean, balanced soundtracks that sync seamlessly with video footage.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate audio recording equipment during AfroRoots performances & select events

• Conduct a sound check before each AfroRoots show.

• Record individual audio channels for each band member (vocals, instruments, etc.)

• Mix and balance multi-track audio recordings for post-production video sync

• Assess and communicate audio equipment needs for each show in advance

• Coordinate with artists and AfroRoots production crew to ensure smooth audio setup

• Maintain and deliver audio files promptly

• Troubleshoot any technical issues during the AfroRoots show

• Participate in AfroRoots-related promotional events

• Assist with breaking down & setting up the room on show day

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Current student

• Working knowledge of audio recording, microphones, mixers, etc.

• Experience in recording live music performances is preferred

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to audio quality

• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently

• Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude

Important Dates:

• AfroRoots Shows

  • Wednesday, September 16th, 6:30- 8:45 pm

  • Wednesday, September 30th, 6:30- 8:45 pm

  • Wednesday, October 14th, 6:30- 8:45 pm

  • Wednesday, October 28th, 6:30- 8:45 pm

  • Wednesday, November 18th, 6:30- 8:45 pm

  • Wednesday, December 2nd, 6:30-8:45pm

Hourly Rate: $16.97

Hiring Manager: Treshor Webster