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Live Sound Engineer & Live Stream Engineer
Temple B’nai Jeshurun · Essex County, NJ · [Part-time / per-service]
The best mix is one nobody notices. People simply feel the music and hear every word, whether they're in the room or watching from home. We're hiring skilled, musical, steady engineers to make that happen. There are two roles. Apply for one or both.
The setting: A 3,000-seat sanctuary, with crowds from 250 to 3,000. Music includes piano, cello, violin, upright bass, acoustic guitar, mandolin, percussion, professional cantors and vocalists, and a large Austin pipe organ, along with speech from clergy and guests.
Live Sound Engineer
- Operate and program our Allen & Heath SQ-6: scenes, routing, digital audio workflows
- Mix ensembles, vocalists, cantors, and the pipe organ, balancing acoustic and amplified sources
- Keep speech clear and intelligible for rabbis, speakers, and presenters
- Manage mics, stage inputs, gain structure, monitor mixes, and routing
- Run sound checks and troubleshoot before and during services
- Adapt to attendance, acoustics, and service type
Live Stream Engineer
- Run and monitor the streaming system during services and events ([platform / cameras / switcher])
- Build a stream mix with the house engineer that keeps speech clear and the music detailed
- Monitor levels, signal routing, A/V sync, and stream quality
- Prep and test equipment before every service and event
- Troubleshoot quickly and calmly while live, and coordinate with camera operators and volunteers
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in live sound, live streaming, or both
- Hands-on Allen & Heath SQ-6 experience (scene management, routing, digital workflows)
- Strong musical ears, with experience mixing multiple instruments and vocalists at once
- Experience mixing acoustic and amplified instruments, organ, and spoken word
- Command of mic selection and placement, gain staging, feedback prevention, EQ, compression, and monitor mixing
- For stream: experience with streaming platforms, audio interfaces, digital audio routing, and video production workflows
A plus: Experience in a house of worship, concert hall, or performing arts center. Familiarity with Jewish worship and synagogue music is welcome but not required.
Who does well here
You stay calm when something unexpected occurs and fix it before anyone notices. You'd rather serve the moment than be noticed. You work comfortably with professional musicians, volunteers, and clergy, and you always show up prepared.
Schedule & pay
The work includes Shabbat, holidays, High Holy Days, concerts, lifecycle events, and some rehearsals. Weekend and holiday availability is essential. Pay: $275/3 hour period pre/during/post service/event. Commitment: [3-6 services/month].
To apply
Email mturk@tbj.org with your résumé, the role(s) you're applying for, your SQ-6 experience, links to audio or stream work, references, and a few sentences about a time something went wrong live and what you did.
Pay: $90.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3.0 – 6.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Live Sound Engineer & Live Stream Engineer
Temple B’nai Jeshurun · Essex County, NJ · [Part-time / per-service]
The best mix is one nobody notices. People simply feel the music and hear every word, whether they're in the room or watching from home. We're hiring skilled, musical, steady engineers to make that happen. There are two roles. Apply for one or both.
The setting: A 3,000-seat sanctuary, with crowds from 250 to 3,000. Music includes piano, cello, violin, upright bass, acoustic guitar, mandolin, percussion, professional cantors and vocalists, and a large Austin pipe organ, along with speech from clergy and guests.
Live Sound Engineer
- Operate and program our Allen & Heath SQ-6: scenes, routing, digital audio workflows
- Mix ensembles, vocalists, cantors, and the pipe organ, balancing acoustic and amplified sources
- Keep speech clear and intelligible for rabbis, speakers, and presenters
- Manage mics, stage inputs, gain structure, monitor mixes, and routing
- Run sound checks and troubleshoot before and during services
- Adapt to attendance, acoustics, and service type
Live Stream Engineer
- Run and monitor the streaming system during services and events ([platform / cameras / switcher])
- Build a stream mix with the house engineer that keeps speech clear and the music detailed
- Monitor levels, signal routing, A/V sync, and stream quality
- Prep and test equipment before every service and event
- Troubleshoot quickly and calmly while live, and coordinate with camera operators and volunteers
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in live sound, live streaming, or both
- Hands-on Allen & Heath SQ-6 experience (scene management, routing, digital workflows)
- Strong musical ears, with experience mixing multiple instruments and vocalists at once
- Experience mixing acoustic and amplified instruments, organ, and spoken word
- Command of mic selection and placement, gain staging, feedback prevention, EQ, compression, and monitor mixing
- For stream: experience with streaming platforms, audio interfaces, digital audio routing, and video production workflows
A plus: Experience in a house of worship, concert hall, or performing arts center. Familiarity with Jewish worship and synagogue music is welcome but not required.
Who does well here
You stay calm when something unexpected occurs and fix it before anyone notices. You'd rather serve the moment than be noticed. You work comfortably with professional musicians, volunteers, and clergy, and you always show up prepared.
Schedule & pay
The work includes Shabbat, holidays, High Holy Days, concerts, lifecycle events, and some rehearsals. Weekend and holiday availability is essential. Pay: $275/3 hour period pre/during/post service/event. Commitment: [3-6 services/month].
To apply
Email mturk@tbj.org with your résumé, the role(s) you're applying for, your SQ-6 experience, links to audio or stream work, references, and a few sentences about a time something went wrong live and what you did.
Pay: $90.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3.0 – 6.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Media & Entertainment
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sound engineer jobs.
- Proficiency with professional digital audio workstations such as Pro Tools or Logic Pro
- Experience operating live sound consoles from major manufacturers like Yamaha, Allen and Heath, or DiGiCo
- Strong understanding of signal flow, gain structure, and audio routing in live and studio settings
- Ability to set up, test, and troubleshoot microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and outboard gear
- One to three years of experience in a relevant audio production environment
- Associate or bachelor's degree in audio engineering, music technology, or a related field
Tips for Your Sound Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each context
Live sound and studio recording demand different skills, so your resume should reflect the environment you're targeting. Lead with the console brands and DAWs you know by name, your signal chain experience, and the venue sizes or project types you've worked on.
Build a demo reel that proves range
Employers in audio want to hear your work, not just read about it. Include two or three short clips that show different environments, such as a live mix, a studio session, and a broadcast or podcast production, so your portfolio covers multiple hiring contexts.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sound engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by room type and gear
Many audio job listings specify the console or system the venue runs, such as a Yamaha CL series or a d&b audiotechnik rig. If you have hands-on time with that gear, say so explicitly in your application because that specificity is what gets your resume flagged over a generic one.
Prepare for a working interview or mix test
Audio hiring processes often include a practical component where you're asked to run a soundcheck, troubleshoot a signal path, or mix a brief session in front of the team. Know your gain structure, have a standard EQ and routing approach ready, and ask in advance what console or software the facility uses.
Negotiate project credits and gear access
When evaluating an offer, ask about billing credits on productions and whether engineers get off-hours studio access. Both matter for building your resume and reel over time, and employers in this field expect candidates who understand the professional value of those terms.
Sound Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sound engineers?
The most active employers for sound engineers right now are Live Nation, Tesla, and Diversified, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around major entertainment markets and large corporate event production companies.
How many sound engineer jobs are remote?
About 13% of sound engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most audio work. Remote roles are most common in post-production, podcast editing, music mixing and mastering, and broadcast audio where the final product is delivered as a file rather than a live experience.
How do you become a sound engineer?
Start by learning a professional digital audio workstation and understanding core concepts like signal flow, gain structure, and equalization. Formal training through an audio engineering program or community college gives you structured fundamentals and access to gear. From there, build experience through internships, local venues, recording studios, or assistant roles to develop a working reel and professional references.
Can you get hired as a sound engineer with no experience?
Entry-level audio roles like production assistant, stage hand, or studio runner exist specifically for candidates building their first credits. Demonstrating that you know the gear, can read a stage plot, and understand basic signal routing will set you apart even without paid experience. Volunteering at local venues, houses of worship, or community theater productions is a proven way to build both skills and references.
What does the sound engineer interview process look like?
Most audio hiring processes begin with a phone or video screen focused on your experience, the consoles and software you've used, and the environments you've worked in. A second stage often involves a practical test, such as a mix session, a troubleshooting walkthrough, or a live soundcheck at the facility. Some employers also ask for references from previous engineers, producers, or venue managers you've worked alongside.
Where can I find and apply to sound engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to sound engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. The listings cover live sound, studio, broadcast, post-production, and corporate audio roles at a range of experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing.
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