Audio Lead

About This Role

Lead the audio technical direction for Deloitte University's live event productions, ensuring seamlessly integrated, broadcast-quality sound experiences. This role involves system design, mixing, team mentorship, and troubleshooting to deliver immersive event audio.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead mixing engineer for main event programming, overseeing configuration, calibration, and live mix for multiple concurrent events
• Partner with production and technical leadership to define detailed audio requirements, select equipment, and execute setups tailored to each show
• Conduct pre-event technical rehearsals and run-throughs with speakers, presenters, and technical staff
• Maintain, inventory, and ensure the operational readiness of all audio equipment (wireless mics, mixing consoles, recording devices, etc.)
• Conduct pre-show testing and monitor mixes; manage live cues and resolve any audio issues during rehearsals and events
• Oversee and coordinate the setup, testing, operation, and strike of all audio resources
• Drive equipment upgrades, new technology pilots, and best practice sharing across the Audio Department
• Document standards, lessons learned and contribute to post-event reviews
• Direct, mentor, and train all junior Audio team members; build a collaborative, growth-oriented culture

Requirements

• 4-8 years of hands-on experience in live, hybrid, or broadcast event production (corporate, agency, educational, or entertainment sector)
• Proficiency with large format, mixing consoles, wireless equipment, audio networking, and troubleshooting
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proven experience supporting executive-level or high-visibility events
• Excellent problem-solving skills and calm under pressure
• Strong communicator and team collaborator; able to give and receive direction effectively
• Must be local to Dallas, TX and this role will require availability and delivery that aligns to the program schedule across a 7-day week (some weekends included based on business needs)

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred in Audio Engineering, Sound Production, Audio/Visual Production, Media Technology, Communications, or related field; or equivalent experience
• 4-8 years of hands-on experience in live, hybrid, or broadcast event production

Nice to Have

• Analytical ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks into manageable work products
• Can operate independently or with minimum supervision
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to deliver technical demonstrations

Skills

* Required skills