Studio Assistant (Full-time, Summer)
Term: May 13, 2024 – August 30, 2024, dependent on funding
Location: Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, Calgary
Reporting to: Studio Manager and Recording Engineer
Commitment to fair hiring practices
National Music Centre (NMC) believes in the power and importance of fair hiring practices in the workplace. We ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.
About this position
The Studio Assistant will assist NMC’s expert recording engineers and electronics technician to facilitate recording sessions and maintain the Living Collection of instruments and recording equipment. During this termed position, the Studio Assistant will gain experience with the care and use of NMC’s Living Collection of instruments and recording studio infrastructure. The Studio Assistant will also develop basic electronic troubleshooting and maintenance skills while caring for historic instruments and recording equipment.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Set up and strike recording studio and assist NMC studio staff during recording sessions
- Assist with VIP Tours of the recording facilities
- Ensure proper care, handling and usage tracking of historic instruments and recording equipment
- Create fault reports to assist technician with repairs
Qualifications
- Experience with audio production, sound engineering, analog electronics and a recording studio environment is considered an asset
- A motivated self-learner who keeps up to date with emerging technologies, equipment and procedures
- Positive attitude, good listener, strong communications skills, sensitive to artistic processes and personalities
- Highly attentive to detail, excellent time management and ability to meet goals on schedule
- Able to function effectively both when working independently and in a fast-paced and active team setting
- Able to work a flexible shift schedule, able to lift up to 50 lbs
- The candidate must be returning to full-time studies in September 2024
Key Relationships
- Studio Manager and Engineer
- Recording Engineer
- Studio and Electronics Engineer
- Collections and Exhibitions team members
- Senior Director, Collections and Exhibitions
Application
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume and cover letter to graham.lessard@nmc.ca. Applications will be accepted until April 29, 2024.
We thank you in advance for your applications, and please note that only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.