Freeman
Audio Designer
Freeman, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
Alford Media is specialized division of Freeman that is nationally recognized for our expertise in corporate event technology. We bring innovative approaches to our events and seek to exceed our customers' expectations. We are a team of driven individuals that love challenges and helping our customers realize their vision. The Audio Designer will be responsible for creating audio designs for top customers. The Audio Designer will design technical audio to match the customer’s preferences, mood, and environment as appropriate.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week based out of Dallas, TX.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Design, install and operate large audio systems for high-end corporate events.
Specify equipment and labor for proposals.
Determine appropriate equipment substitutions when applicable.
Supervise an average of 5 part time audio labor on show site including technicians, union employees, stagehands and/or casual labor. Duties include hiring, training, assigning work, overseeing installation of equipment, and ensuring that activities are performed in a timely and cost effective manner.
Handle on site grievances up to and including notifying management if anyone needs to be released from their duties.
Submit show reports for each event to Sales Manager and Senior Leadership, which include equipment additions and overtime hours for billing, issues and successes on show, and evaluation of labor performance, which will be used to determine future assignments.
Develop and foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
Function as client contact and/or crew chief.
Conduct onsite safety meetings.
Ensure that company safety guidelines are followed and implemented on show site.
Stay abreast of industry technology.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required.
Must have general knowledge of hotel, convention and trade show industry.
4 or more years experience using various types of audio equipment.
2 or more years supervisory experience required.
Must be detail oriented and a team player.
Must have sound technical audio skills.
Travel Requirements
Travel 50% to 75%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
Alford Media is specialized division of Freeman that is nationally recognized for our expertise in corporate event technology. We bring innovative approaches to our events and seek to exceed our customers' expectations. We are a team of driven individuals that love challenges and helping our customers realize their vision. The Audio Designer will be responsible for creating audio designs for top customers. The Audio Designer will design technical audio to match the customer’s preferences, mood, and environment as appropriate.
This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week based out of Dallas, TX.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Design, install and operate large audio systems for high-end corporate events.
Specify equipment and labor for proposals.
Determine appropriate equipment substitutions when applicable.
Supervise an average of 5 part time audio labor on show site including technicians, union employees, stagehands and/or casual labor. Duties include hiring, training, assigning work, overseeing installation of equipment, and ensuring that activities are performed in a timely and cost effective manner.
Handle on site grievances up to and including notifying management if anyone needs to be released from their duties.
Submit show reports for each event to Sales Manager and Senior Leadership, which include equipment additions and overtime hours for billing, issues and successes on show, and evaluation of labor performance, which will be used to determine future assignments.
Develop and foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
Function as client contact and/or crew chief.
Conduct onsite safety meetings.
Ensure that company safety guidelines are followed and implemented on show site.
Stay abreast of industry technology.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required.
Must have general knowledge of hotel, convention and trade show industry.
4 or more years experience using various types of audio equipment.
2 or more years supervisory experience required.
Must be detail oriented and a team player.
Must have sound technical audio skills.
Travel Requirements
Travel 50% to 75%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
#LI-Hybrid