Live Production Technician (Project Based)

Production New York, New York


Description

We Are Looking For

Advanced Systems Group LLC is seeking well-rounded (audio expertise highly preferred) Live Production Technicians to join our high-performing team and support a high-frequency, multi-studio streaming platform producing simultaneous live and on-demand content, where every production run serves both a live audience and a permanent content library. The ideal candidate leads with deep expertise in live audio across networked audio environments and brings a working knowledge of robotic camera systems, production comms, and studio control room operations.

This position is part of our Flex Workforce. As a Flex team member, you'll work on a project-to-project basis, supporting a variety of leading media and technology clients. Flex roles are ongoing and dynamic; work may vary in cadence, length, and scope depending on client needs. This setup offers flexibility, exposure to top-tier companies, and the chance to grow your skills across multiple exciting assignments.

Estimated schedule: Shift-based rotation including early mornings, evenings, weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), and public holidays as required. Between 20 and 40-hour workweeks. (Specific schedules will vary by project and client engagement.)


Responsibilities

  • Operate a sound desk and robotic multi-camera system simultaneously and general technical setup to support high-quality live and recorded production

  • Manage multi-zone studio audio, including dedicated talent zones, audience zones, and broadcast faders, simultaneously on the Yamaha QL1

  • Monitor and correct acoustic feedback in live talent environments, including stage speaker configurations in high-density studio settings

  • Coordinate IEM signal chains for on-air talent during live-to-tape productions, including fader ceiling management and pack-level coordination

  • Adapt technical approach across multiple studio environments, each presenting distinct acoustic conditions and production demands

  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and uphold production quality for live and prerecorded streams

  • Support the workflow that transforms live events into on-demand assets

  • Act as the first point of escalation for production-related issues, collaborating closely with engineering and wider teams

  • Ensure smooth execution of production runs, including protocols, timings, and on-the-ground coordination

  • QC additional production content, including scenic assets, original production, and remote content

  • Contribute to an environment that values creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and operational excellence


Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Professional experience in a live broadcast or studio control room environment

  • Working knowledge of operating a networked audio ecosystem simultaneously within a live production environment, including digital audio consoles, audio over IP protocols, and broadcast control and routing systems

  • Strong understanding of live audio mixing as the primary technical competency, with working knowledge of robotic camera systems, vision mixers, and production comms

  • Experience in a high-frequency live streaming production environment with simultaneous live audience and broadcast output

  • RTS Comms Panels 

  • DPA Microphone Systems

  • In-Ear Monitor (IEM) Signal Chain Operation

  • Clear understanding of shot framing, audio mixing, and production comms etiquette

  • Ability to multitask under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

  • Motivated team player with a proactive approach, strong communication, and a commitment to collaborative working

  • Yamaha QL1 Audio Mixing Console or similar

  • Dante Networked Audio Protocol

  • Yamaha Cerebrum Broadcast Control and Routing System

  • Ross Carbonite/TouchDrive

  • Mark Roberts Robotic Camera Control System

  • Sony FS7 Camera (Robotic Operation)

  • Multi-Zone Live Audio Mixing

  • Basic Mac OS X and Apple Computer experience

  • Ross and EVS Control Panels


Preferred Qualifications and Experience

  • Understanding of end-to-end streaming workflows

  • Ability to adapt to streaming-native workflows distinct from legacy linear broadcast environments

  • Readiness to operate independently within a structured onboarding window with minimal ramp-up time

  • Comfort working in shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends

  • Adaptable and able to quickly learn to turn a tight training schedule into high-level performance

This project-based role offers an hourly pay rate of $35-40/hour, depending on experience. 
  
Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.