Employment

From time to time, The Ark needs to add to its talented, hard-working staff.  Ark job postings will be found here when available.

Technical Manager:

The Ark is seeking an experienced Technical Manager / Live Sound Engineer to join our team in a part-time (30 hours/week) role with benefits.

This position blends hands-on live sound engineering with technical leadership, overseeing a dedicated Volunteer Tech Crew to deliver exceptional live audio, lighting, video, and livestream production.

This is a highly collaborative, artist-facing role that plays a key part in maintaining The Ark’s reputation for world-class performances.

This role is primarily based onsite at The Ark and requires afternoon and evening hours, including weekends.

Apply here!

What You’ll Do

Live Sound Engineering

  • Engineer 10–15 shows per month
  • Lead load-in/load-out, stage setup, and soundcheck
  • Mix live performances while maintaining safe listening levels
  • Collaborate with touring engineers and production teams
  • Support livestream and broadcast production as needed

Technical Systems & Equipment

  • Maintain all audio, lighting, video, and broadcast equipment
  • Identify repair needs and recommend system improvements
  • Manage production supply requests and inventory

Tech Crew Leadership

  • Recruit, schedule, train, and mentor volunteer technicians
  • Coordinate staffing for all events
  • Provide on-call support and technical guidance
  • Lead Tech Crew meetings and foster a positive team culture

Pre-Production

  • Advance technical requirements with artists and tour managers
  • Review and document show needs
  • Ensure appropriate technical staffing for each event
  • Oversee select load-ins and complex productions

What Success Looks Like

  • Consistently delivering high-quality live sound experiences
  • Building and supporting a skilled, engaged volunteer tech team
  • Maintaining reliable, well-functioning technical systems
  • Representing The Ark professionally with artists and partners

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of live sound engineering experience
  • Strong experience with digital consoles (e.g., Yamaha CL3 or similar)
  • Working knowledge of stage lighting systems (RoadHog 4)
  • Ability to lift and move equipment
  • Flexible availability (evenings, weekends, holidays)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working with touring artists and production teams
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair technical equipment
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
  • Reliable transportation and consistent communication access

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with livestreaming, video production and digital platforms
  • Familiarity with Google Drive or similar tools
  • Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly rate: $32–$35/hour (based on experience)
  • Part-time, non-exempt position

Benefits include:

  • Generous paid time off
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance (Priority Health HMO)
  • SIMPLE IRA with up to 3% employer match
  • Parking reimbursement