As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 26 Gibbs Str, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14604 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Time as Reported / Per Diem Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Scheduled Department: 300116 ESM Technology & Media Product Work Shift: Range: UR URG 109 H Compensation Range: $26.90 - $37.66 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** As the Technical Expert, the Audio Engineer manages and supports professional recording, broadcasting/streaming, sound reinforcement, and video production services and infrastructure for live musical and non-musical performances and events. The Audio Engineer supports faculty and students by engineering Film Scoring Sessions, Recording Sessions, Opera Sound Design, Video Sessions, and Teleconferencing. They provide project management, client liaison, and engineering support for public events, recording sessions, video sessions, classes, and Internet2 master classes in performance halls and other public spaces. The role is responsible for all aspects of the recording and filming process, including pre-production planning, editing, mastering, and content post-production for recordings including commercial releases. The Audio Engineer is responsible for managing, documenting, and maintaining assigned recording and video infrastructure. They assist with technical design, purchasing, project management, and documentation, and act as consultant and advisor to Eastman's leadership, faculty, staff and students. They research, inform and recommend new technology directions and projects for the organization's audio and multimedia infrastructure and applications and train members of the Eastman School community to learn professional recording skills. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Uses highly skilled expertise in sound engineering to directly manage live event recording (audio and video), livestreaming, & sound reinforcement (in traditional and non-traditional venues). + Manages & coordinates pre-production collaboration with internal (students and faculty) and external clients. + Using highly skill engineering expertise, manages & completes post-production process (edit, mix, master) and delivers professional quality audio & video files. + Maintains equipment, documentation & trains others on processes. + Makes purchase & system design recommendations, assists with project management & timelines for implementations & equipment recommendations. Continually attends professional development through conferences, classes, seminars, and self-study. + Acts as a technical subject-matter expert and engineer for Film Scoring, Opera Sound Design, Recording Sessions, Video Productions, Teleconferencing, Distance Learning, and Radio show production. + Manages transfers of audio files for archive requests related to degrees, recitals and other performances, future reference and historical preservation. + Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: + High School Degree required; Bachelor of Science preferred. + 4 years of experience required. + Record, Editing, Mixing, Mastering, Sound reinforcement, Broadcast, Production, Audio Engineering, Video Production; Ability to read music, including a full orchestral score; + Thorough understanding of analog and digital audio signal flow, digital audio workstations, digital video workstations; + Confident team player with proactive positive approach; + Excellent customer service, creative problem solving and communication skills; + Self-motivated, able to meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. Notice: If you are a **Current** **Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.** Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.