About this role
In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:
• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
• Federal Work Study student may apply.
• In good disciplinary standing.
• Must be located in the U.S.
For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se. About the AfroRoots Series: AfroRoots is an intimate concert series that takes place bi-monthly in the Africana Studies Center, featuring performances in music and musical theater. Students prepare a 20-minute set of songs and repertoire that ranges across the African Diaspora, showcasing a profound sense of Black creative expression and Black excellence. If you would like to see any of our previous AfroRoots for reference, please visit our YouTube Channel at Berklee_Africana.
We are seeking a technically skilled Student Audio Engineer to support the recording and mixing of live performances. This role is critical to ensuring professional-grade audio for each AfroRoots performance. This position will work closely with the production team to deliver clean, balanced soundtracks that sync seamlessly with video footage.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate audio recording equipment during AfroRoots performances & select events
• Conduct a sound check before each AfroRoots show.
• Record individual audio channels for each band member (vocals, instruments, etc.)
• Mix and balance multi-track audio recordings for post-production video sync
• Assess and communicate audio equipment needs for each show in advance
• Coordinate with artists and AfroRoots production crew to ensure smooth audio setup
• Maintain and deliver audio files promptly
• Troubleshoot any technical issues during the AfroRoots show
• Participate in AfroRoots-related promotional events
• Assist with breaking down & setting up the room on show day
Required Skills and Knowledge:
• Current student
• Working knowledge of audio recording, microphones, mixers, etc.
• Experience in recording live music performances is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to audio quality
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
• Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude
Important Dates:
• AfroRoots Shows
• Wednesday, September 16th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
• Wednesday, September 30th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
• Wednesday, October 14th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
• Wednesday, October 28th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
• Wednesday, November 18th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
• Wednesday, December 2nd, 6:30-8:45pm
Hourly Rate: $16.97 Hiring Manager: Treshor Webster