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# Technical Audio Specialist

- **Company:** Plymouth
- **Location:** Plymouth, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Vectorworks, Simulation Software, Systems Integration
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/44047316/

## About the Role

You'll be an experienced live events audio professional who is equally comfortable with technical planning and hands-on onsite delivery.
You'll ideally have:5+ years' experience working within professional live events audioStrong experience delivering large-scale corporate eventsAdvanced knowledge of Yamaha, DiGiCo and Allen & Heath consolesStrong PA system design, deployment and tuning experienceExperience with D&B, L-Acoustics and/or Martin Audio systemsGood knowledge of RF microphone and IEM systemsExperience programming and integrating professional comms systemsWorking knowledge of Vectorworks and audio simulation/design softwareThe ability to produce clear technical documentation and system plansExperience leading or supervising technical teams onsiteStrong client-facing and communication skillsA calm, solutions-focused approach when working in live event environments

## Description

Audio Technical Specialist - Live Events
We're working with a leading global live events and AV production business to recruit an experienced Audio Technical Specialist to join their technical team.
This is a hands-on, project-focused role for an audio specialist with strong experience delivering technically complex corporate and live events. You'll be involved from the initial planning and system design stages through to onsite delivery, taking ownership of audio systems and leading technical teams to ensure events are executed to the highest standard.
The Role
As Audio Technical Specialist, you'll work closely with Project Managers and wider technical teams to design, plan and deliver audio solutions across a variety of live events.
Responsibilities will include:Designing and planning audio systems for small to large-scale live and corporate eventsWorking with Project Managers to determine equipment requirements and appropriate technical solutionsDesigning and deploying PA systems, including line array and distributed point-source systemsUsing simulation software such as D&B ArrayCalc to design and optimise PA systemsContributing to technical drawings using VectorworksProducing and communicating technical documentation including patch sheets, flow diagrams and equipment listsOperating Yamaha, DiGiCo and Allen & Heath mixing consoles on large-scale eventsBuilding and tuning systems from manufacturers including D&B, L-Acoustics and Martin AudioCoordinating and deploying Shure and Sennheiser RF microphone and IEM systemsProgramming and integrating wired and wireless comms systems including GreenGo, Clear-Com and RTSTroubleshooting technical issues quickly and effectively during live deliverySupervising and directing
technicians onsite, from setup through to event operation and breakdownLiaising with freelancers, suppliers and internal resources to ensure projects are properly crewed and equippedSupporting the preparation, transportation, storage and maintenance of technical equipmentMentoring and developing other technical team members


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