Audio Engineer (Live Events / Shows & Production)

Audio Engineer (Live Events / Shows & Production)

Young Musicians Unite (YMU) | Miami, FL | Freelance / Part-Time / On-Call

Date posted: May 19, 2026

Pay: $350–$500 day rate (based on experience and event scope)

Job Type

Freelance / Independent Contractor, Part-Time, Seasonal, Event-Based Scheduling

Location

In person — Miami, FL 33142 (events throughout Miami-Dade County)

About Young Musicians Unite

Young Musicians Unite (YMU) provides free, high-quality music education to thousands of students across Miami-Dade County's Title I schools. Through concerts, festivals, showcases, and community events, our Shows & Production team creates professional performance experiences that inspire students and audiences alike.

Position Summary

YMU is seeking reliable and skilled Audio Engineers to join our on-call production team. This freelance, event-based role is ideal for engineers with live sound experience who are comfortable setting up, operating, and striking audio systems for concerts, student showcases, festivals, and community events.

Engineers will work alongside stage managers, production leads, and other technicians to deliver consistent, professional audio for performers, students, and audiences.

Responsibilities

Set up, patch, test, and strike PA systems, monitors, microphones, DI boxes, wireless systems, consoles, and related audio equipment
Operate front-of-house and/or monitor mixes during rehearsals, sound checks, and live events
Troubleshoot signal flow, RF issues, power/audio problems, and stage connectivity
Coordinate with stage managers, musicians, guest artists, and production staff to execute smooth audio operations
Maintain organized cable management, labeling, and equipment handling practices
Follow safety procedures and venue-specific protocols
Assist with load-in/load-out and general production tasks when needed

Requirements

Available for flexible, event-based scheduling (mostly evenings and weekends)
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
Strong teamwork, communication, and professionalism in fast-paced live event environments
Ability to take direction, adapt quickly, and remain calm during show operations
Familiarity with live sound terminology, signal flow, and standard concert audio practices
Dependable, punctual, and prepared to work at scheduled call times

Preferred Experience (not required)

1+ years of live sound, concert, theater, worship, broadcast, or corporate AV audio experience
Experience with digital mixing consoles, stageboxes, and monitor workflows
Basic RF coordination and wireless microphone troubleshooting
Experience working with student performers, community events, or nonprofit productions

Why Join YMU?

Gain hands-on experience across a wide range of live events and performances
Work alongside experienced production professionals
Flexible scheduling based on event availability
Support a mission-driven nonprofit serving Miami youth through music education
Opportunities for increased responsibilities and advancement within the production team

How to Apply

Submit your resume, audio production resume/credits, or a brief summary of your live sound experience and availability via Indeed.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Seasonal

Pay: $350.00 - $500.00 per day

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person