Hollywood Park is hiring: Audio Engineer in Inglewood

About Hollywood Park

Hollywood Park, a near 300-acre sports and entertainment destination, is being developed by Los Angeles Rams Owner/Chairman E. Stanley Kroenke with the 70,000-seat SoFi Stadium as its centerpiece. Hollywood Park is the largest urban mixed-use mega development under construction in the Western United States. When complete, Hollywood Park will have up to 2,500 residences, a hotel, a retail district reaching up to 890,000 square feet, up to 5 million square feet of office space, and more than 25-acres of public parks and open space.

Home to the Los Angeles Chargers and Super Bowl LVI Champion Los Angeles Rams, SoFi Stadium is the host of world-renowned sporting events, including Super Bowl LVI in 2022, College Football Playoff National Championship game 2023, WrestleMania 2023, World Cup 2026, and the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympics in 2028. Adjacent to the stadium and under the same roof canopy is a 2.5-acre open-air plaza, American Airlines Plaza, and the 6,000-seat YouTube Theater. YouTube Theater is an intimate venue, making it the perfect place for concerts, comedy, awards shows, esports competitions, community gatherings, conferences and more.

Culture

Hollywood Park is being brought to life by a deeply experienced team of creative forward-thinkers. The project is a celebration of all that Los Angeles has to offer. We are inspired by our diverse Inglewood community as a place for the community to be, to see and to connect.

Hollywood Park is committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our team members, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

At the heart of Hollywood Park, lies our dedication to our purpose, promise, and commitments. Our PURPOSE is creating extraordinary experiences, one moment at a time. Our PROMISE is to be an iconic destination that celebrates our diverse and vibrant community. We promise to exceed expectations while cultivating a fun and safe experience where lasting memories are made. Our COMMITMENTS are outlined by S.T.A.R.S.

Our S.T.A.R.S. commitments are enabled by five foundational principles:

Start with Care – create a lasting impact through genuine care

Thrive as a Team – create an environment of collaboration and encouragement

Anticipate Unspoken Needs – be proactive in delivering extraordinary service and support others

Resolve with Respect – treat others with empathy, patience, and kindness

Safety Always – maintain a safe and secure environment

As the Audio Engineer, You Will..

The Audio Engineer will be responsible for Overseeing Audio Engineering for SoFi Stadium and the Performance Venue. Technical implementation and maintenance of SoFi Stadium / Performance Venue Control Room, and Audio Equipment, as well as assistance in overseeing and maintaining internal and 3rd party events, IPTV distribution.

More Specific Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To…

• Have a strong fundamental understanding of audio over IP (AoIP) and IP 2110 multicast architecture.
• Provide world-class audio reinforcement as a FOH engineer for live events.
• Experience with multiple large scale Dante audio networks and best practices for routing and monitoring.
• Work with visiting audio staff as head stadium audio engineer for external audio system integration.
• Responsible for maintenance and repair of audio equipment throughout the venue, including preventative maintenance and proper system protections.
• If necessary, assist the Production Manager with technical advance specific to audio
• Interact with visiting production crew to ensure a successful show by showing strong interpersonal skills.
• Set up and break down all audio equipment necessary for the event production.
• Experience with modern DSP tools and programming including BSS Audio Architect and QSC QSys
• Experience with intercom systems, programming, and maintenance
• Maintain documentation of changes and new implementations throughout the audio systems at Hollywood Park
• Maintains software updates on all audio equipment throughout the Hollywood Park campus
• Assist in providing support material for development purposes; assess needed technological changes
• Ability to rapidly diagnose audio systems and IT problems and provide alternative solutions if needed to maintain production deadlines
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of IT equipment and systems; work closely with IT staff in supporting audio broadcast computing and networking systems
• Supervise, train and provide technical direction to assigned staff; oversee contract engineers and outside vendors in the installation and maintenance of audio broadcast equipment and systems as and when needed
• Must be able to lift heavy equipment, climb stairs, walk long distances when required
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Four-year college degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• At least 10 years of experience as an audio technician or engineer in broadcast and live audio
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting audio hardware and software, digital consoles, and outboard processors

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervision
• Be able to work effectively with other departments receiving and communicating instructions via telephone or in person
• Be able to read and understand technical materials
• Able to set priorities under pressure of deadlines
• Ability to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings

Tools, Software, and Hardware frequently used

• Evertz Routing
• Riedel Intercom
• Yamaha / Digico / Soundcraft Consoles
• DSP Programming tools (QSC QSys, Audio Architect)
• Modern line array speaker systems maintenance and design (JBL, L'Acoustics, Claire Cohesion)
• Shure Wireless Workbench

Salary Rate: $100,000-$120,000

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only. Hollywood Park considers a candidate's education, certification, prior experience, as well as internal and external data when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Only in exceptional circumstances, if an external candidate has the experience, credentials, or expertise far exceeding what is expected for the position, would Hollywood Park consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.