PhD Sound Recording Technician

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This position is intended for a *student currently enrolled in the PhD Program* of Sound Recording at the Schulich School of Music (SSM).

Hiring Unit: Communications \& Production

Primary responsibilities

• Assist with the organization and execution of concert recordings, live sound support, and webcasting for concerts and events under the direction of Communications and Production;
• Concert Recording: record the concert and deliver final product to the Production Office within two (2) weeks of the concert;
• Sound support: performs sound check prior to the start of the concert; operates the soundboard; monitors audio volume and sound quality during the concert/event; assists with studio upkeep tasks or oversee the work of qualifying year or Masters students in the Sound Recording Program;
• Organize equipment; attend dress rehearsal (unless there is a conflict with a scheduled class);
• Set up equipment prior to the start of the concert;
• Undertakes and completes various tasks requested by Communications and Production and the Sound Recording Faculty as needed, in the various labs and studios within the SSM.
• Other qualifying skills and/or abilities:

Must be currently enrolled as a Ph.D. student in the Sound Recording program of the SSM, have full working knowledge of the SSM concert halls/event spaces and associated recording equipment including digital audio workstation software. Knowledge of standard stereo microphone techniques; client-focused, pro-active and professional. Demonstrated ability to work with a wide-ranging clientele including students, faculty members and external clients. Must be able to work under strict timelines. Ability to communicate effectively in English written and spoken. French spoken an asset.

*Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.* *Knowledge of

English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of* *0-4.* *For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click* *here.*

Minimum Education and Experience: High School Diploma 2 Years Related ExperienceHourly Salary: (AMUSE C) $20.00Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week: 2 (Part time) Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, SaturdayPosition Start Date: 2026-08-30Position End Date: 2027-05-01Deadline to Apply: 2026-09-13This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

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