Audio / Video Content Management

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$58,000–$65,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Academic Affairs, Audiovisual, Automation, Background Investigation, Budget Management, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Computer Music and Audio, Content Management, Disability Accommodations, Editing, Educational Administration, Electronics, Electronics Manufacturing, Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, Higher Education, Instrumentation, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Music, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Public Safety, Purchasing/Procurement, Radio Frequency, Signal Transduction, Technical/Engineering Design, Theater, University/School Policies, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
24 days ago

Announcement

Details

Open Date 06/09/2026 Requisition Number PRN45283B Job Title Audio / Video Content Management Working Title Production Audio Engineer Career Progression Track M00 Track Level M1 - Supervisor FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary

Monday - Friday, Nights and Weekends as Needed

VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00072 - Pioneer Theatre Company Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 58000 to 65000 Close Date 09/09/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 07/15/2026 Job Summary

Pioneer Theatre Company, a professional LORT theatre working under agreements with AEA, SDC, and USA, seeks a full-time, benefited Lead Audio. This position serves as a key member of the production team, reporting to the Production Manager. The role involves interfacing with guest designers, technical engineering and some artistic design, including design deployment, act as A1 providing live mix for productions, installing, and maintaining a variety of electronic and digital equipment. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares the sound design or soundscape, including recording sessions, editing production and rehearsal versions of sound effects and music, sourcing and implementing production equipment.
  • Provide live mix for productions.
  • Deploys, maintains, and repairs venue audio/video systems, instrumentation, and controls.
  • Hiring, training and supervision of over hire audio crew in equipment installation, and production specific duties.
  • Attends all necessary rehearsals (first rehearsals, run-throughs, technical, and dress) to apply the design to the theatre space.
  • Develops specialized electronic devices and modifies existing equipment for specific job applications.
  • Manages some budgeting and purchasing.
  • Problem-solves and makes on-the-spot decisions to resolve system or equipment failure, with the authority to prioritize workload.
  • Coordinates with production team to deliver a standard of quality and maintain design intent.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Supervisor, Audio / Video Content Management: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Preferences

  • Associate degree in Electronics/Production audio, or equivalency.
  • Two years of professional experience with a focus on the fundamental principles of audio electronics, including signal flow, transduction, and amplification.
  • Required knowledge of digital audio networking (e.g., Dante), DigiCo Control/Automation, wireless microphone systems, RF distribution (Audio/Video). QLab programming, theatrical communications systems and general lighting and video integration with sound systems.
  • Demonstrate effective communications skills.
  • Applicant must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to lift 50-75 lbs., work at heights, and perform extended physical labor.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • What is your highest level of completed education?
  • None

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

  • Associate Degree

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Master's Degree

  • Doctorate Degree

    • How many years of related work experience do you have?
  • Less than 2 years

  • 2 years or more, but less than 4 years

  • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years

  • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years

  • 8 years or more, but less than 10 years

  • 10 years or more, but less than 12 years

  • 12 years or more, but less than 14 years

  • 14 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

About the Company

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University of Utah

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COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.utah.edu/