Seattle Rep is hiring for a Sound & Video Director!

Department/Team: Production

Position Reports To: Producing Director

Work Location: Seattle Rep and Hybrid

FLSA Classification: Full-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; ORCA card; FSA; Parking discounts; Employee Assistance Program

Pay Range: $32.60 per hour

Application Deadline: Monday, September 8th, 2025

You can apply from your phone by texting "SVD" to (206) 966-4931

ABOUT US

Seattle Rep is committed to producing extraordinary programming. We believe that our ability to contribute to excellence in the arts depends on building and supporting a robust and diverse community.

We continuously work toward inclusion of those who have been excluded historically, particularly BIPOC communities, women, LGBTQIA+ people, immigrants and refugees, and people with disabilities, ensuring they are represented in all parts of the organization, including at the decision-making table, inclusive of their intersectional identities like age, religion, background, political ideology, and veteran or military status. This work is reflected in our:

Mission

Seattle Rep collaborates with extraordinary artists to create productions and programs that reflect and elevate the diverse cultures, perspectives, and life experiences of our region.

Vision

Theater at the heart of public life

Values

Artistic Vitality, Sustainability, Generous and Inclusive Practices

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Sound and Video Director oversees all theatrical audio and video at Seattle Rep. Duties may include but are not limited to Sound/Video Design, Associate Sound/Video Design, budget tracking, capital planning, information management, equipment procurement, and stage work flow coordination. The Sound and Video Director coordinates and manages the flow of information between the Sound/Video Designers and the production department at Seattle Rep to achieve world class designs for our stages.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sound and video design, be proficient in Qlab, Watchout, and sound/video equipment, and have a keen eye for detail.

Typical Duties Include:

Sound/Video Design Support

• Acquire plots and paperwork from designers then process and transfer to the appropriate production personnel
• Attend design and production meetings. Collaborates with designers and production departments to ensure a successful design is achieved
• Coordinate and facilitate guest sound and video designers‘ work at Seattle Rep. This position is the main point of contact for any guest sound or video designer that comes through Seattle Rep.
• Provide designers with drawings, inventories, and insight into the particulars of the venues
• Monitor deadlines for all sound and video designs.
• Coordinate with stage crew Head Audio Engineer(s) and Head Video Engineer to engineer systems related to sound and video designs
• Facilitate sound and video needs for the rehearsal rooms
• Design Sound or Video for a variety of situations including stage plays, special events and workshops as needed and requested

Sound and Video Administration and Strategic Plans

• Establishes Sound and Video Department policies and best practices (subject to approval by Producing Director)
• Attends production meetings and collaborates with other departments to ensure cross departmental understanding of the sound and video design and their intersection with the needs of other departments
• In coordination with Producing Director and Technical Production Manager, develop strategic equipment maintenance and upgrade plans for capital planning purposes.

Facilitates rental and purchase of all show-related sound and video equipment

• Research new sound and video equipment and technologies for both the stage and general building use
• Maintain up to date software and technologies for work-flow efficiency
• Other duties as agreed upon

Technical Rehearsal Support

• In conjunction with Production Management, coordinate Assistant Designer support and coverage.
• Provides Assistant Sound or Video Designer services as needed
• Attends technical rehearsals, previews and note sessions with the sound and video designers
• Organize and facilitate stage crew work calls as needed for sound and video
• Take work notes, maintain paperwork, and be a sounding board for designers

Administrative Duties

• Establish and maintain all sound and video budgets for the season and participate in monthly forecasting
• Facilitate upkeep and maintenance of current sound and video equipment
• Collaborate with producing partners as required to bring shows into and send shows from Seattle Rep
• Maintains production sound and video archives
• Attend weekly roundtable meeting as sound and video department head and participates in production department scheduling and production pre-planning

Minimum Qualifications:

• Commitment to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace via decisive action including consistently seeking out opportunities for self and community improvement in the areas of racial equity, accessibility, gender inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a professional sound or video designer.
• No Formal Education required but training under an established designer or equivalent work experience.
• Expert knowledge of sound and video lighting design concepts and practices
• Mastery of common theatrical sound and video design platforms, equipment, and software (Qlab, Watchout).
• A demonstrated ability to work independently as a member of a team
• A demonstrated ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• The ability (stamina) to work long and flexible hours

Desired Qualifications:

• An additional 5 years of work as an Assistant Sound or Video Designer is preferred
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Seattle Rep is excited about and actively working towards becoming a more diverse, anti-racist organization. We are interested in attracting, developing, and advancing the most talented individuals regardless of their race, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability status or any other dimension of diversity. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others from underrepresented groups to apply.

Every candidate brings something special to the table. If your experience and skills don't perfectly align with the job qualifications but you are excited about the role, feel your values align well with Seattle Rep, and are willing to strive for excellence in your work, please apply. We will train the right candidate.

TO BE CONSIDERED

1. Submit a resume detailing related experience and education.
2. Submit a cover letter that outlines how your related experience and education qualifies you for the position and illustrates why you want to work at Seattle Rep.

Applications will be reviewed once the application window has closed.

Workplace accessibility and accommodations can be discussed with HR once an offer of employment has been extended.