Sound 1

Duties and Responsibilities
To assist the Production Manager and Production Sound Engineer to co-ordinate the hire and preparation of equipment and venue supplies throughout the tour;
To take particular responsibility for dealing with the system maintenance;
To supervise the load in and load out of each venue;
To programme and operate the production’s sound control system during rehearsals and performance;
To mix the show on a nightly basis;
To cover the Sound 2 plot for their one mix show per week; duties include fitting radio mics and backstage troubleshooting;
To lead on all Sound department system maintenance;
To uphold the high production standards set by the Sound Designer and maintain the artistic quality of the original design;
To ensure all sound equipment and areas are kept in a tidy and secure manner;
To provide technical support for all rehearsals while on tour including all understudy and cast change sessions;
To work collaboratively with all other departments, including the theatre technical team, to ensure the smooth running of the production;
To compile and keep up-to-date all necessary show paperwork both hard copy and digital;
To account for and support the administration of petty cash for Sound Department spends, obtaining where possible VAT invoices for any hires and purchases made through petty cash;
To adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures put in place by the Production and take an active lead in upholding this within your department;
Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Sound No.1 based on industry norms and practice.