Assistant Audio / Video Engineer and General Assistant
Oktaven Audio · Mount Vernon, New York, United States
FULL TIME
Job Description
Assistant Audio / Video Engineer and General Assistant - Oktaven Audio, Mount Vernon, NY
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Assistant Engineer / General Assistant Job DescriptionOktaven Audio is seeking a skilled audio and video engineer to join our team. This role puts you in support of our head and staff engineers. The position is focused on audio editing, video editing, assisting on tracking sessions, and aiding in the daily operations at Oktaven Audio, a recording studio specializing in classical and jazz recording.There is room for development in the role, up to engineering and producing sessions independently for Oktaven’s clients.
Qualifications & Essential SkillsFluent score-reading ability encompassing traditional classical repertoire, contemporary music and notation, graphic scoring, and jazz lead sheetsConservatory training in a musical disciplineRefined analytical and critical listening skillsStrong musical foundation in classical or jazz disciplinesStrong audio and video focused skills, including tracking, editing, video capture and sync, using Pro Tools and DaVinci ResolveCapability to execute edits from annotated scores and edit mapsExperience working in a recording studio, including assisting with session setup, equipment handling, and basic troubleshootingPersonable, reliable, courteous, and strictly confidential demeanorAdept at attending to client priorities during tracking and editing sessionsExceptional communication, collaboration, and time management skills; ability to take direction from engineers and artists and respond constructively to feedbackAttention to detail in file organization, naming conventions, and session documentation; ability to follow established workflowsWillingness to assist with studio upkeep and client hospitality tasksAbility to use common operational / administrative software platforms, eg Google Workspace, Notion, Quickbooks Workforce, etc.Ability to lift and move equipment as needed, and to work flexible hours based on session schedules
Desirable experienceTechnical training in music productionPrior experience working in a large-format professional recording studioExperience working with video for audio
To apply please submit:Resume/CVLink to discography or examples of your work for initial reviewCover letter clearly outlining your skills and experiences Names of and contact information for 3 professional references
Candidates who successfully complete an interview will be asked to come to the studio for a 2-hour session with test edits for review. Oktaven will compensate candidates at $35/hr for the 2-hour edit task.
About Oktaven AudioOktaven Audio is a recording studio in Mount Vernon, New York specializing in classical, jazz, and acoustic music recording. Designed by Francis Manzella, the studio features over 2000 square feet of total recording area with a 42' x 30' x 13' live room and up to six iso spaces of varying size, two 9’ concert grand pianos (a Hamburg Steinway D and a NY Steinway D), a large collection of microphones, preamps and outboard gear, and a variety of amps and instruments. Oktaven was founded in 2009 by Head Engineer Ryan Streber and CEO Jessica Slaven.
Oktaven Audio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity at our company. xzbcwsv All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply.
Assistant Engineer / General Assistant Job DescriptionOktaven Audio is seeking a skilled audio and video engineer to join our team. This role puts you in support of our head and staff engineers. The position is focused on audio editing, video editing, assisting on tracking sessions, and aiding in the daily operations at Oktaven Audio, a recording studio specializing in classical and jazz recording.There is room for development in the role, up to engineering and producing sessions independently for Oktaven’s clients.
Qualifications & Essential SkillsFluent score-reading ability encompassing traditional classical repertoire, contemporary music and notation, graphic scoring, and jazz lead sheetsConservatory training in a musical disciplineRefined analytical and critical listening skillsStrong musical foundation in classical or jazz disciplinesStrong audio and video focused skills, including tracking, editing, video capture and sync, using Pro Tools and DaVinci ResolveCapability to execute edits from annotated scores and edit mapsExperience working in a recording studio, including assisting with session setup, equipment handling, and basic troubleshootingPersonable, reliable, courteous, and strictly confidential demeanorAdept at attending to client priorities during tracking and editing sessionsExceptional communication, collaboration, and time management skills; ability to take direction from engineers and artists and respond constructively to feedbackAttention to detail in file organization, naming conventions, and session documentation; ability to follow established workflowsWillingness to assist with studio upkeep and client hospitality tasksAbility to use common operational / administrative software platforms, eg Google Workspace, Notion, Quickbooks Workforce, etc.Ability to lift and move equipment as needed, and to work flexible hours based on session schedules
Desirable experienceTechnical training in music productionPrior experience working in a large-format professional recording studioExperience working with video for audio
To apply please submit:Resume/CVLink to discography or examples of your work for initial reviewCover letter clearly outlining your skills and experiences Names of and contact information for 3 professional references
Candidates who successfully complete an interview will be asked to come to the studio for a 2-hour session with test edits for review. Oktaven will compensate candidates at $35/hr for the 2-hour edit task.
About Oktaven AudioOktaven Audio is a recording studio in Mount Vernon, New York specializing in classical, jazz, and acoustic music recording. Designed by Francis Manzella, the studio features over 2000 square feet of total recording area with a 42' x 30' x 13' live room and up to six iso spaces of varying size, two 9’ concert grand pianos (a Hamburg Steinway D and a NY Steinway D), a large collection of microphones, preamps and outboard gear, and a variety of amps and instruments. Oktaven was founded in 2009 by Head Engineer Ryan Streber and CEO Jessica Slaven.
Oktaven Audio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity at our company. xzbcwsv All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Details
| Company | Oktaven Audio |
| Location | Mount Vernon, New York, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | tech |