Assistant Audio Engineer Jobs
Assistant Audio Engineer jobs are open across recording studios, live events, broadcast, film and television, and post-production facilities, from entry-level runner positions to senior assistant roles, with specializations in studio recording, live sound reinforcement, and post-production audio. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position: Assistant Audio Lead Engineer
Location: South San Francisco
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation- $110,000 - $125,000/annual
(Actual offers may vary by market location, job related knowledge, skills and experience)
GENERAL SUMMARY/ PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Assistant Audio Lead Engineer serves as the second-in-command of the Audio Department and supports the Head of Audio in delivering consistent, high-quality audio execution across all shows. This role bridges technical execution, crew coordination, equipment oversight, and training, while working closely with Project Managers across multiple locations.
The position carries both leadership and hands-on responsibilities and is critical to maintaining operational standards, staff readiness, and show quality.
Core Responsibilities
· Show Execution & Project Coordination
- Lead and manage audio for assigned shows, acting as the primary audio contact for Project Managers based in the South San Francisco office and at the San Jose Convention Center
- Collaborate with Project Managers during pre-production, load-in, show days, and strike to ensure audio requirements are met
- Support the Head of Audio on large-scale or complex projects, including system planning, deployment, and troubleshooting
- Step into the Audio Lead role as needed in the Head of Audio’s absence
Staffing & Crew Oversight
- Coordinate and assign audio staff for shows, ensuring appropriate skill levels and coverage
- Assist with scheduling, staffing plans, and freelance coordination
- Provide on-site leadership and mentorship to audio crew members
Equipment Quality Control & Warehouse Support
- Oversee quality control of audio equipment returning from rentals and shows
- Ensure gear is properly tested, documented, and restored to ready-to-deploy condition
- Communicate equipment issues, repairs, and losses to the Head of Audio and warehouse leadership
- Work collaboratively with warehouse staff to maintain organization and readiness of audio inventory
Training & Standardization
- Train and support local warehouse technicians in audio systems, signal flow, prep standards, and QC procedures
- Assist in developing and maintaining audio department SOPs and best practices
- Promote consistency and professionalism across all audio operations
Non-Show Week Responsibilities
- On non-show weeks, a minimum of two (2) days will be spent working in the warehouse supporting warehouse operations, training, prep, and department initiatives. The remainder of the may be used to work from home.
- Assist with system maintenance, documentation, and process improvements
Expectations & Accountability
- Maintain a high standard of audio quality across all shows
- Communicate clearly and proactively with Project Managers, crew, and department leadership
- Act as a department leader, setting expectations through professionalism, preparedness, and technical excellence
- Identify potential issues early and work toward practical solutions
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to the Head of Audio
- Works closely with Project Managers, warehouse staff, and audio technicians across all locations
About FNTECH:
From initial concepts through the successful completion of your project, our team will work closely with you to create an impactful and memorable experience that meets each of your goals and objectives. Whether your project is a large-scale conference, extensive trade show, multi-day road show or a more intimate seminar, training or meet-up or any unique combination of the above. FNTECH is your onestop-shop for strategic event support.
Planning, organizing and conducting an event, no matter the size, can be daunting. At FNTECH, our experienced event management team will work closely with you to ensure each element is not only addressed, but also planned to perfection. Areas of expertise include site selection, theme development, accommodations, registration, catering, supplier negotiation, security, transportation, shipping, branding/signage, ancillary meetings/parties/tours, press/media events, staffing/onsite event execution, entertainment, speaker management, awards/giveaways, photography/videography, budgeting/reconciliation/post analysis, and so much more.
Event staging at FNTECH is an immersive, all-inclusive experience. We offer every piece of equipment, rigging and scenery needed to create your unique look and feel. In short, whatever your team and ours can imagine… we can create!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South San Francisco, CA 94080
Position: Assistant Audio Lead Engineer
Location: South San Francisco
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation- $110,000 - $125,000/annual
(Actual offers may vary by market location, job related knowledge, skills and experience)
GENERAL SUMMARY/ PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Assistant Audio Lead Engineer serves as the second-in-command of the Audio Department and supports the Head of Audio in delivering consistent, high-quality audio execution across all shows. This role bridges technical execution, crew coordination, equipment oversight, and training, while working closely with Project Managers across multiple locations.
The position carries both leadership and hands-on responsibilities and is critical to maintaining operational standards, staff readiness, and show quality.
Core Responsibilities
· Show Execution & Project Coordination
- Lead and manage audio for assigned shows, acting as the primary audio contact for Project Managers based in the South San Francisco office and at the San Jose Convention Center
- Collaborate with Project Managers during pre-production, load-in, show days, and strike to ensure audio requirements are met
- Support the Head of Audio on large-scale or complex projects, including system planning, deployment, and troubleshooting
- Step into the Audio Lead role as needed in the Head of Audio’s absence
Staffing & Crew Oversight
- Coordinate and assign audio staff for shows, ensuring appropriate skill levels and coverage
- Assist with scheduling, staffing plans, and freelance coordination
- Provide on-site leadership and mentorship to audio crew members
Equipment Quality Control & Warehouse Support
- Oversee quality control of audio equipment returning from rentals and shows
- Ensure gear is properly tested, documented, and restored to ready-to-deploy condition
- Communicate equipment issues, repairs, and losses to the Head of Audio and warehouse leadership
- Work collaboratively with warehouse staff to maintain organization and readiness of audio inventory
Training & Standardization
- Train and support local warehouse technicians in audio systems, signal flow, prep standards, and QC procedures
- Assist in developing and maintaining audio department SOPs and best practices
- Promote consistency and professionalism across all audio operations
Non-Show Week Responsibilities
- On non-show weeks, a minimum of two (2) days will be spent working in the warehouse supporting warehouse operations, training, prep, and department initiatives. The remainder of the may be used to work from home.
- Assist with system maintenance, documentation, and process improvements
Expectations & Accountability
- Maintain a high standard of audio quality across all shows
- Communicate clearly and proactively with Project Managers, crew, and department leadership
- Act as a department leader, setting expectations through professionalism, preparedness, and technical excellence
- Identify potential issues early and work toward practical solutions
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to the Head of Audio
- Works closely with Project Managers, warehouse staff, and audio technicians across all locations
About FNTECH:
From initial concepts through the successful completion of your project, our team will work closely with you to create an impactful and memorable experience that meets each of your goals and objectives. Whether your project is a large-scale conference, extensive trade show, multi-day road show or a more intimate seminar, training or meet-up or any unique combination of the above. FNTECH is your onestop-shop for strategic event support.
Planning, organizing and conducting an event, no matter the size, can be daunting. At FNTECH, our experienced event management team will work closely with you to ensure each element is not only addressed, but also planned to perfection. Areas of expertise include site selection, theme development, accommodations, registration, catering, supplier negotiation, security, transportation, shipping, branding/signage, ancillary meetings/parties/tours, press/media events, staffing/onsite event execution, entertainment, speaker management, awards/giveaways, photography/videography, budgeting/reconciliation/post analysis, and so much more.
Event staging at FNTECH is an immersive, all-inclusive experience. We offer every piece of equipment, rigging and scenery needed to create your unique look and feel. In short, whatever your team and ours can imagine… we can create!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South San Francisco, CA 94080
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant audio engineer jobs.
- Proficiency with Pro Tools at a professional production level
- Hands-on experience setting up and patching analog and digital consoles
- Familiarity with microphone placement techniques across multiple source types
- One to two years of studio, live sound, or post-production assistant experience
- Knowledge of signal flow, gain staging, and basic outboard gear routing
- Associate or bachelor's degree in audio engineering, recording arts, or a related field
Tips for Your Assistant Audio Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each session type
Studio, live, and post-production engineers each expect different technical vocabulary. Highlight Pro Tools credits for studio and post roles, and DiGiCo or Avid VENUE experience for live gigs. Generic audio resumes get skipped by department heads who can spot vague credits instantly.
Build a session log instead of a reel
Many assistant audio engineer listings ask for documented session experience, not polished mixes. Keep a running log of every session you've assisted, naming the studio, console, format, and lead engineer. That log often carries more weight than a demo reel.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant audio engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target union signatory studios and venues
Many full-time assistant audio engineer positions are posted exclusively by IATSE or IBEW signatory employers and filled through union halls before they hit public boards. Check whether a facility is signatory before applying so you understand hiring timelines and eligibility.
Prepare a gear-familiarity checklist before interviews
Hiring engineers routinely quiz assistant candidates on console patching, gain structure, and outboard routing before any formal interview. Walk in with hands-on experience documented across at least two major analog and digital consoles, and rehearse explaining signal flow out loud.
Follow up through the assistant, not the engineer
At studios and production houses, the existing assistant or studio manager screens follow-up messages before they reach the lead engineer. Address your thank-you note or check-in directly to whoever coordinated your interview, not the department head who interviewed you.
Assistant Audio Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant audio engineers?
The companies hiring the most assistant audio engineers right now include Bose, FNTECH, and Diocese of Orlando, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, Florida, and Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings at these employers tend to cluster around studio complexes, major live venues, and broadcast production centers.
How many assistant audio engineer jobs are remote?
About 50% of assistant audio engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role depends on physical access to equipment and facilities. Remote opportunities tend to concentrate in post-production audio, podcast editing support, and remote recording session coordination rather than live or studio floor work.
How do you become an assistant audio engineer?
Start by completing a formal audio engineering program or accumulating hands-on training through community recording studios and live sound volunteering. Build documented session credits on a range of consoles and formats, then apply for entry-level runner or assistant positions at studios, production companies, or live event firms. Earning Pro Tools operator certification strengthens early applications significantly.
How do you get hired as an assistant audio engineer with little or no experience?
Focus on roles labeled 'runner,' 'studio intern,' or 'production assistant' at recording facilities, as those positions are specifically designed to bring in candidates before they have full session credits. Bring a session log of any informal recording work, college studio hours, or volunteer live sound shifts. Demonstrating console familiarity and a professional attitude during a walkthrough often outweighs a thin resume.
What does the assistant audio engineer interview process look like?
Most interviews begin with a conversation about your session history and the consoles you've operated, followed by a practical or verbal walkthrough of signal flow and patching scenarios. Some studios ask candidates to demonstrate microphone placement or troubleshoot a mock routing problem on the spot. Final-round interviews at larger facilities may involve a paid trial session alongside the lead engineer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant audio engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant audio engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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