Musical Theatre West– Prince of Egypt Audio Designer 2027

Audio Designer — The Prince of Egypt
Musical Theatre West | Long Beach, CA
Compensation: $4,000 flat design fee

Musical Theatre West seeks an experienced Audio Designer for its 2027 production of The Prince of Egypt at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, California.

The Audio Designer will collaborate with the director, music director, production manager, and audio team to develop and implement the production’s sound design. The production features 22 adult performers and up to 4 student performers, with an orchestra of up to 15 musicians in the pit.

Responsibilities

• Attend production meetings and coordinate audio needs with the creative and production teams.

• Develop system specifications, equipment lists, microphone assignments, and sound playback requirements.

• Coordinate equipment rentals with the production manager within the approved budget.

• Provide audio documentation and oversee system setup, tuning, and programming.

• Attend technical rehearsals and performances through opening, making necessary design adjustments.

• Prepare the A1 and A2 to maintain the design throughout the run.

Production Dates — 2027

• Rehearsals: February 2–11; designer attendance as needed.

• Load-in: February 11.

• Technical rehearsals: February 12–18.

• Opening: February 19.

• Performances: February 19–March 7.

Advance preparation, installation calls, and specific attendance requirements will be coordinated with the production manager.

Qualifications

• Experience designing audio for professional musical theatre.

• Strong knowledge of live sound reinforcement, wireless microphone systems, digital consoles, and sound playback.

• Ability to communicate clearly, collaborate across departments, and work within an established budget.

• Experience with QLab preferred.

• Southern California–based applicants and applicants familiar with Southern California theatrical audio rental companies are preferred.

Compensation

$4,000 flat design fee covering advance preparation, production meetings, and onsite work through opening. Equipment rentals and A1/A2 wages are budgeted separately. Applicants should indicate any travel or housing needs.

To Apply

Please send a résumé, a brief introduction, and relevant work samples or portfolio links to [email protected].

Email subject: The Prince of Egypt — Audio Designer Application

Musical Theatre West welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and identities.