Janelle

Job Description
A documentary series is seeking a local sound engineer for a full-day shoot during an indie production tied to Essence Fest. The series highlights the journey of four men navigating the high-stakes world of music promotion, showcasing the raw highs, lows, and behind-the-scenes moments with some of the industry’s top artists. The content will be both emotionally resonant and technically engaging, requiring strong sound capture for intimate and dynamic scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide professional on-location audio recording for full-day shoot

• Capture clean, balanced sound across multiple speakers in varied environments

• Set up and manage multiple microphones (lav and boom) for interviews and b-roll

• Collaborate with directors and producers to ensure optimal audio quality

• Troubleshoot audio issues in real-time during the shoot

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work locally in New Orleans

• Own equipment required: boom mic, minimum 4 lavalier mics, mixer, recorder

• Prior experience with documentary or reality-style production preferred

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Punctual and prepared for a full 9am call time

Compensation

• $600 for a full-day shoot

• Independent contract opportunity with potential for future collaborations