Event Sound Technician/specialist

_Skills & Qualifications: _ - must have experience working in huge indoor and outdoor events - interest in, and knowledge of, broadcast and recorded sound - technical ability in operating sound equipment - dexterity and agility in handling sound equipment - physical fitness as work in the sound department, for example operating a boom, can be physically demanding - good aural and critical listening skills in order to assess audio quality - creativity - good interpersonal and communication skills to build strong working relationships within the sound team and with members of the broader production team - the ability to work well as part of a team and a collaborative approach to programme making - the ability to use your initiative - problem-solving ability - excellent attention to detail - a good sense of timing and swift reactions - a flexible approach to work and a positive attitude to the changing nature of production - the ability to accept criticism and constructive feedback - the ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines - persistence and determination - Responsibilities: _ - production - the recording of all sound on set or on location - post-production - the balancing, mixing, editing and enhancing of pre-recorded audio. - assess the acoustics of the performance area as directed by the sound supervisor - select, position, adjust and operate sound equipment, such as booms, fishing rods and microphones, used for amplification and recording - communicate with production staff and performers to determine the sound requirements - record sound onto digital audio tape or hard disk recorders - monitor audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions - anticipate and correct any faults - maintain and repair sound equipment **Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary Contract length: 10 days Ability to commute/relocate: - Doha: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)