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George Washington University

Sound Board Operator

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A Musician or Singer performs instrumental music or sings. Participates in rehearsals and performances, records music, writes musical compositions or arrangements, promotes performances, and teaches students. May specialize in classical music, jazz, popular, folk, electronic or other musical forms.

$72,317 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Summary Events & Venues at the George Washington University (a department in the Division of Safety & Operations) designs, produces, and manages events on the Foggy Bottom Campus. We provide services to a broad spectrum of clients both in the community and outside of the community. We provide spaces for our students, faculty, staff, and guests to host events, meetings, and gatherings. We highlight university traditions, produce memorable guest speaker events, and coordinate many other activities unique to our campus with local, national, and international acclaim. Our record of excellence, support, and cooperation is one that we are proud of. Events & Venues are seeking temporary Sound Board Operators. This role will be part-time with an on-call reporting status. Additionally, this role will require working occasional nights and weekends. The responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Operate sound systems for rehearsals and shows Mix and master Live Audio for a large range of events Maintain and supervise maintenance of Lisner Auditorium's sound equipment and inventory Report the status of show needs and maintenance needs to the Venue Manager Supervise crew on band setup and soundcheck (only for Inter II and Master categories) Assist other departments (Lights, Audio Visual, carpentry, rigging, etc.) as needed under the direction of the Venue Manager Work with and supervise other GWU venues and students with their sound needs Recommend upgrades and improvements in sound needs for the auditorium and other GWU venues Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED plus 3 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in Digidesign or equivalent audio editing suite, Microsoft Office, and other basic computer software programs.
Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:
Division of Safety and Operation Hours Per Week:
Varies; approximately 20 hours per week Hiring Range $29.93 - $47.21
Work Schedule:
Varies; Monday-Sunday, Evenings Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person) Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants This role will be part-time with an on-call reporting status. Additionally, this role will require working occasional nights and weekends. This role will report to the Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington DC.
Posting Number:
T001130
Job Open Date:
03/26/2026
Open Until Filled:
No Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.