RESPONSIBILITIES

• WithLeadRecording Engineer,manage all BSO, Inc.audio recordingstoensureconsistency and the highest technical/aesthetic quality. Assistin the maintenance of the BSO’shigh-resolution state of the artrecording system including multiple custom computers,softwareand hardware for recording, editing, mixing, and mastering of high track count audio projects and live concerts. 

• Assistwith the research, design, and creation of upgrades to all BSO recording and live sound systems used at Boston Symphony Orchestra, Inc. venues allowing the creation and secure transfer of files between multiple studios.

• Assist in managing and maintaining the recording infrastructure, including all portable recording equipment and recording studios.Assist in the planning and implementation of all future system upgrades to the highest resolution recording system practical.  Make recommendations as to the purchase of equipment and software needs providing cost and benefit justifications.  

• Assistin managing and troubleshooting complex networked audio systems (AoIP), including the configuration of network switches, VLANs, and synchronization protocols (PTP) to ensure stable transmission across multiple facilities.

• As directed, record andengineerBSO concerts and assist outside engineers, including recording, radio, and television engineers to facilitate live broadcasts and recordings.   

• Record, edit, and mix outsideconcerts/showsat Symphony Hall and interface with outside clients. 

• Providehigh qualityaudio feeds to members of the press during BSO concerts or rehearsals. 

• Work withMarketingand Development teams to create audio material to ensure the best possible audio representation in promotional assets.  Engineer and provide field audio and post-production for the media department's video interviews available on the website.   Engineer and record podcasts and other necessary voice over sessions.

• Asassigned, design and implement microphone layouts, ensuringplacementand positioning ofmicrophones produces optimal sound quality for live and recorded events.

• In conjunction with the Archives Department,assistin the development and implementation of best practices to ensure long-term preservation of and access to BSO related audio and video material, including, but not limited to, the creation of metadata and documentation.  Support the work of the Archives by creating audio files in a variety of formats as needed.

• Assistand support live sound personnel as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum3years related experience in recording classical music.

• Bachelor’s Degree in audio recording/editing/mixing.  

• Knowledge of orchestral recording techniques

• Ability to read music and follow anorchestral score.

• Proven abilityin managingand completingmultiple complex projectssimultaneously.

• Ability to effectively communicate with otherConcertProductionstaff as part of a team atmosphere.

• Ability to work well with guest recording engineers,orchestra members, conductors, guest artists and their managers and music industry executives. 

• Experience with television andradioproductionis preferred.

• This position requiresaccessingladders,attic spaces,catwalks, etc.for hanging microphones

Salary Range: $110,000 - 120,000 annually

This position willrequire relocation to Tanglewood in Lenox, MA for the summer season.Per diemexpenses are provided.