Student Sound Technician

Student Opportunity

Holbrook Student Union

Student Union facilities are often places that student organizations, McNeese personnel, and non-affiliated groups conduct programs featuring musical entertainment. The Union Office offers sound support for various activities held in the facilities. Sound Technicians will be trained to use equipment, with the goal being to reach the point of mastery and understand most aspects of sound production. The Sound Technicians report directly to the Union Office.

Educational Value

Through guidance and instructions received from the Student Union staff, the Sound Technicians will inherit skill in sound production and its subsequent technical requirements.

Expectation of Time

Positions begin immediately after hire. This position is funded by organizations renting technical equipment pending reservations. The Sound Technician must be available to work when needed on afternoons and weekends. Student Sound Technicians work on an as needed basis.

Pay Rate

$12.50/ per hour

Duties and Responsibilities

· Trains on set up, running, and troubleshooting of sound equipment weekly (this can include reading manuals, testing equipment, etc.)

· Will be responsible for setup, monitoring, and takedown of Holbrook Student Union sound equipment reserved for events in campus facilities

Minimum Qualifications

· Must be in good academic and discipline standing with the University

· Must be able to lift and transport at least 20lbs

· Must be able to grasp basic concepts of sound production

· Must have good interpersonal skills

· Must be able to communicate in English fluently

Preferred Qualifications

· Previous experience in production, sound setup, DJing, or sound monitoring

Application Materials and Contact: Please submit a resume and at least three references (name, phone number, email). Application materials should be emailed or dropped off to:

Kedrick Nicholas, M.S.

Director of Holbrook Student Union & Activities

MSU Box 92549

Lake Charles, LA 70609

(337)475-5609

knicholas@mcneese.edu

McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

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McNeese State University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. An executive session pursuant to La. Rev. Stat. 42:6.1(A) may be required.

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