Utility Sound Technician Training Program

Consider a Career in the Sound Department in the Entertainment Industry!

In partnership with the I.A.T.S.E. Local 52 Union, Reel Works is hosting an intensive training program to prepare New Jerseyans with the essential skills needed to work successfully on set as Utility Sound Technicians.

Utility Sound Technicians play a vital role in any production by assisting the sound mixer and boom operators. Their responsibilities include setting up and maintaining audio equipment, ensuring a quiet environment during takes, and addressing any audio issues that may arise.

All participants must:

• Be 18+ years old

• Eligible to work in the US

• Be a NJ Resident within a 70-mile radius of Fort Monmouth (2 hours max).

• Be familiar with audio hardware, including various microphone types.

• Have entry-level experience with live event production or on-set production

• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability

• Attention to detail

There is no fee for this program. Each trainee is paid a stipend of $750 for 6 days of training.

Interested in learning more and joining this Summer's cohort? Email recruitment@mediamkrs.org with the subject: “Sound Utility: AIR Media" to request access to the recorded info session.

Applications are due on Sunday, 7/26, though AIR members might be eligible for an extension until end of day Tuesday, 7/28.

This program is made possible with support from Netflix.

We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Please apply without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis prohibited by law. BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQ+, women and non-binary people, people living with disabilities, and others with lived experience being part of historically excluded communities are encouraged to apply for this training.