Sound Engineer – Live Events

Media, Entertainment & Events

K sh 140,000 – 220,000 gross / month

Openings: 1 Location: Nairobi – Huruma (Athi River Rd / Outer Ring junction) Overview: Our client is looking for a Live Sound Engineer to design and operate FOH/monitor mixes for concerts, conferences, and festivals. You’ll specify PA, rig safely with techs, ring out systems, and deliver clean gain structure with minimal feedback. Expect long builds, late strikes, and outdoor variables. Key Responsibilities: - Advance tech riders; design PA and patch lists. - Set up/line check; mix FOH/monitors; manage RF mics/IEMs. - Coordinate with stage management and lighting for cues. - Maintain gear logs; supervise load-in/out; enforce H&S. - Capture multitrack when required for post. Education & Experience: - Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor's in Audio/Acoustics/Media Tech + 4–6 yrs live audio. Skills & Tools: - Digital consoles (Avid/Yamaha/Behringer), RF mgmt, gain structure, safety. KPIs: - Tech downtime, feedback incidents, client ratings, and on-time changeovers. Compensation (Kenya): KES 140,000–220,000 + per-show allowances + overtime. Client estimates. Final offers depend on console mastery, rigging competency, show scale, union-equivalent rates, and availability during peak seasons. Benefits: - Medical, PPE, per diems, transport. Growth Path: - Senior Audio Eng → Systems Tech/Designer → Technical Director (Audio). Ideal promotion cycle.