The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory in Worcester, Massachusetts, is seeking a talented Sound Designer to join their team for the upcoming full remount of its annual production of A Christmas Carol. This musical production features a Wurlitzer theatre organ that underscores the story, providing a unique audio experience. The Sound Designer will be responsible for creating and controlling the audio experience for the production, collaborating with other creative team members to ensure that sound enhances the storytelling and creative vision.

Job Description

The Sound Designer will be responsible for the following key tasks:

• Meetings with the Director, creative team, and production team to create the vision and design, on approximately a bi-weekly basis beginning in August, and then more frequently as required as the production approaches
• Create or select sound effects, music cues, and other soundscapes and deliver those assets during the tech process
• Advise the audio engineer on approach to programming wireless mics for amplification and help to facilitate a smooth tech process

The Sound Designer will work closely with the creative team to ensure that the audio experience is integral to the storytelling and creative vision of the production. They will also collaborate with the audio engineer to ensure a smooth tech process and effective sound distribution throughout the theatre.

Scope of Work

The Sound Designer will be responsible for the following scope of work:

1. Create or select sound effects, music cues, and other soundscapes to enhance the storytelling and creative vision of the production
2. Deliver the audio assets during the tech process to ensure a smooth and successful production
3. Collaborate with the audio engineer to program wireless mics for amplification and ensure effective sound distribution throughout the theatre

The Sound Designer will also be responsible for advising the audio engineer on the approach to programming wireless mics for amplification and facilitating a smooth tech process.

DURATION

The Sound Designer will be employed for a fixed period of:

This duration is approximately 4 months, and the Sound Designer will be expected to work diligently to ensure a successful production.

SALARY

The Sound Designer will be paid a salary of:

$5,000.00

This salary is negotiable and may vary depending on the individual’s experience and qualifications.

UNION

The Sound Designer will be working under a:

• NON-UNION

This means that the Sound Designer will not be required to be a member of a specific union, but will still be expected to work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

As a Sound Designer at the Hanover Theatre and Conservatory, you will have the opportunity to work on a unique and exciting production that features a Wurlitzer theatre organ. You will also have the chance to collaborate with other talented creatives to bring the story to life.

Job Description:
• Collaborate with the creative team to develop the audio experience
• Create and control the audio experience for the production
• Deliver audio assets during the tech process
• Collaborate with the audio engineer to ensure effective sound distribution
• Advise on programming wireless mics for amplification

Scope of Work:
• Create or select sound effects, music cues, and other soundscapes
• Deliver audio assets during the tech process
• Collaborate with the audio engineer
• Program wireless mics for amplification

DURATION:
• August 13, 2025 – December 17, 2025

SALARY:
• Negotiable, $5,000.00

UNION:
• NON-UNION

Key Takeaways

As a Sound Designer at the Hanover Theatre and Conservatory, you will have the opportunity to work on a unique and exciting production that features a Wurlitzer theatre organ.