Lead Sound Engineer

Description Reports to: Production Manager Compensation: $ 31.63 per hour Benefits: Benefits Eligible This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local 13. Interviews for this role will begin in July 2026. Position Summary The Lead Sound Engineer is responsible for executing and replicating the sound design for productions. This role serves as the lead console programmer and operator for Guthrie Theater productions, ensuring consistent, high-quality sound reinforcement while upholding the intent of the Sound Designer. The Lead Sound Engineer is also responsible for the maintenance of all sound equipment, ensuring systems are properly maintained and performance ready. In addition to performance work, this role participates in production preparation, load-in, technical rehearsals, changeovers, and strike for assigned productions. All employees are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility. Schedule:This role follows the dynamic schedule of a working theater. Hours vary based on type of work. Evening and weekend hours are typical. Show calls range from 4-6 hours on Tuesdays through Sundays. Tech week calls can span up to 12 hours on Tuesdays through Sundays. Other atypical calls include occasional maintenance and events. This position works 40 hours per week and is guaranteed a minimum of 32 work weeks per fiscal (September 1 - August 31) year. The Guthrie is an