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The Live Sound Engineer is responsible for the planning, setup, operation, maintenance, and optimization of professional audio systems for live events and entertainment experiences. This role ensures every performance achieves the highest technical standards while working closely with artists, performers, production teams, and venue management.
The successful candidate thrives in fast-paced live event environments, possesses exceptional technical expertise, and can respond quickly to changing production requirements while maintaining outstanding sound quality.
This is a seasonal 6 month role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Live Sound Engineer is responsible for the planning, setup, operation, maintenance, and optimization of professional audio systems for live events and entertainment experiences. This role ensures every performance achieves the highest technical standards while working closely with artists, performers, production teams, and venue management.
The successful candidate thrives in fast-paced live event environments, possesses exceptional technical expertise, and can respond quickly to changing production requirements while maintaining outstanding sound quality.
This is a seasonal 6 month role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Set up, configure, operate, and dismantle professional live sound systems for concerts, performances, private events, festivals, and venue activations.
Operate digital and analogue mixing consoles during rehearsals and live performances.
Conduct comprehensive sound checks with artists, performers, musicians, DJs, presenters, and production teams.
Monitor and adjust audio levels, equalization, dynamics processing, monitors, and effects to deliver optimal sound quality throughout each event.
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Ensure consistent front-of-house (FOH) and monitor mixes that meet artist and production requirements.
Troubleshoot audio equipment and system issues before and during live events with minimal disruption.
Diagnose faults in microphones, wireless systems, speakers, amplifiers, signal processors, and digital audio networks.
Perform routine testing, preventative maintenance, and equipment inspections.
Coordinate repairs and servicing when required.
Collaborate closely with Production Managers, Lighting Technicians, Stage Managers, AV teams, performers, and external production companies.
Interpret technical riders and implement artist audio requirements.
Assist with stage patching, signal routing, and backstage technical support.
Support rehearsals, venue turnovers, and production schedules.
Ensure seamless integration between sound, lighting, video, and special effects.
Maintain an accurate inventory of all audio equipment and accessories.
Ensure equipment is stored, transported, and maintained according to manufacturer standards.
Report damaged or missing equipment promptly.
Recommend equipment upgrades and replacements where appropriate.
Follow all venue health, safety, and operational procedures.
Ensure safe cable management and equipment placement to minimise hazards.
Maintain compliance with electrical safety regulations and event risk management protocols.
Stay current with emerging audio technologies, software, and industry best practices.
Participate in technical training and product demonstrations.
Contribute ideas that enhance production quality and operational efficiency.
Exceptional listening skills and attention to audio detail.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to remain calm under pressure during live productions.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary production teams.
High level of professionalism and commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and extended hours based on event schedules.
Candidates with experience in the following environments will be highly regarded:
Luxury hospitality venues
Live entertainment destinations
Concerts and festivals
Corporate events
Theatres and performing arts venues
Theme parks and immersive entertainment experiences
Saudi private hospitality and entertainment company developing homegrown restaurants, leisure concepts, and cultural destinations for guests.
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