Sound Mixer Jobs

Sound Mixer jobs are open across film, television, live events, advertising, and podcasting, at every level from production assistant to senior mixer and supervising sound editor, with specializations in location recording, post-production dialogue, and live broadcast audio. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles86
Top stateWashington
Top employerMeta
Top citySeattle, WA
Work type80% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Winter 2027 Audit Intern - Puget Sound
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Winter 2027 Audit Intern - Puget Sound
Baker Tilly Canada
Seattle, Washington
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$25 - $96.6/hr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Sound and Video Technician
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Sound and Video Technician
Washington Drama Society Inc
Washington, District of Columbia
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management

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Freelance Sound Engineer
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Freelance Sound Engineer
Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Boston
Newton Center, Massachusetts
Content & Communications
Creative & Design
Multimedia Production
On-Site
High school
51-200

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Sound Technician (Stage Play)
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Sound Technician (Stage Play)
Direct Message Screenplay
New York, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
On-Site

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Private Client Banker - South Sound Market - Puyallup, WA and Surrounding Areas
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Private Client Banker - South Sound Market - Puyallup, WA and Surrounding Areas
JPMorganChase
Puyallup, Washington
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$22.5 - $30.29/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Sound Mixer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Meta4 open roles
Live Nation4 open roles
Billingsley Company3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sound mixer jobs.

  • Minimum two to five years of professional sound mixing experience in film, TV, or live production
  • Proficiency with industry-standard recording equipment such as Zaxcom, Sound Devices, or Lectrosonics systems
  • Strong knowledge of location sound recording, boom operation, and wireless microphone placement techniques
  • Experience with digital audio workstations including Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, or Logic Pro
  • Ability to work flexible and irregular hours on set or at live events including nights and weekends
  • Union membership or eligibility such as IATSE Local 695 preferred for major studio or network productions

Tips for Your Sound Mixer Job Search

Tailor your resume to the medium

Film and television hiring teams look for different credits than live event or podcast production teams. List your experience by format, naming the specific medium, the type of project, and your exact role rather than grouping all audio work together.

Show your gear list on your resume

Many sound mixer job listings screen for specific equipment proficiency. Include a dedicated section naming the consoles, recorders, and wireless systems you own or regularly operate, since hiring managers often scan for exact model names before reading anything else.

Build a reel that matches the role you want

A reel cut for a live music role won't land you a narrative film job. Edit a short, medium-specific reel for each type of position you're pursuing, and lead with the strongest two minutes of work that matches that posting's format.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists sound mixer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Read the call sheet before your interview

Productions often ask you to walk through how you'd handle a specific shoot day scenario. Knowing the production company's recent projects, their typical crew size, and the environments they shoot in lets you answer those questions with concrete, relevant detail.

Negotiate kit fees and buyouts separately

Many sound mixer contracts distinguish between your day rate and equipment rental fees. Before accepting any offer, clarify whether kit fees are included, how buyouts for overtime or additional use are calculated, and whether union or non-union rates apply to the engagement.

Sound Mixer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most sound mixers?

The companies hiring the most sound mixers right now include Meta, Live Nation, and Billingsley Company, with the largest share of openings in Washington, California, and Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Production volume in streaming and live events continues to drive steady demand across these markets.

How many sound mixer jobs are remote?

About 20% of sound mixer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most mixing work requires a physical presence on set or at the venue. Post-production dialogue editing, podcast mixing, and remote ADR sessions are the sub-areas most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.

How do you become a sound mixer?

Start by studying audio fundamentals through a film school program, a recording arts degree, or dedicated audio engineering courses. Build hands-on experience by working as a boom operator or utility sound technician on student films and low-budget productions. Invest in your own basic kit, develop a credit list across multiple formats, and work toward union eligibility as you move into higher-budget projects.

How do you get hired as a sound mixer with little experience?

Focus on accumulating credits in short films, local commercials, and corporate video projects where producers are more open to emerging crew. Offer to work as a boom operator or second-unit sound technician so you're on set and building relationships. A clean, organized reel with even modest professional work matters far more to entry-level hiring than a lengthy resume.

What does the sound mixer interview process look like?

Most hiring processes for sound mixer roles begin with a portfolio or reel review, followed by a conversation about your equipment, your workflow on set, and how you've handled difficult recording environments such as outdoor locations or loud venues. Narrative and commercial productions often include a scenario-based discussion where you walk through how you'd approach a specific type of shoot day.

Where can I find and apply to sound mixer jobs?

You can find and apply to sound mixer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles, find the listings that match your experience and preferred format, and apply directly to each one that fits your background.

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