Session Engineer

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.

• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).

• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.

• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.

• Federal Work Study student may apply.

• In good disciplinary standing.

• Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.

As a student at Berklee, you're already passionate about music and eager to develop your skills. The Professional Writing and Music Technology Division is seeking engineers to join our Session Engineer program that ​​offers a unique opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience working with faculty and fellow musicians in real-world recording environments.

This role is a direct pathway to a career as a professional recording engineer, providing invaluable experience that you can't get in a classroom alone. You will sharpen the critical skills that define a working pro, flawless reading, stylistic versatility, and studio etiquette, while building a network of musicians, composers, producers, and engineers. This is your chance to build your reputation and become a go-to engineer within the Berklee community.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Responsible for recording and engineering the PWL recording sessions.
• Also available for ad-hoc recording sessions outside of established studios as a contractor.
• Session Engineers will distribute parts, set up the studio, move microphones, prepare the ProTools Sessions, check attendance, and otherwise ensure the smooth operation of the PWL sessions.
• Create the desired mix for the specific lab you are engineering.
• Responsible for the distribution of recorded assets (stems, files, etc) to the lab’s Google Drive folder immediately following the session. 
• Maintaining and cleaning up the PWL rooms after each band, including properly wrapping cables, putting away microphones, and covering the piano and other equipment.

What You Bring (Qualifications):

• Must have completed MP-385, Advanced Recording Techniques
• Must complete the Studio Operations training session. 
• Understanding of the proper techniques for recording various instruments (saxophones, brass, percussion, piano, electric and acoustic bass/guitar, etc). 
• Robust knowledge of DAW workflow
• Previous recording/sound experience with acoustic ensembles
• Experience using Google Drive and other Google tools. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Reliable and consistent.

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on experience recording music with top-notch musicians
• Opportunities to work directly with Berklee faculty and industry professionals
• Development of your technical and creative skills as a session engineer
• Network with faculty and peers, opening doors to future collaborations and career opportunities.

By taking on this role, you'll gain experience that complements your academic studies at Berklee. This opportunity is designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a career as a professional session musician.

Hourly Rate: $20.64/hour, Student Worker 4

Hiring Manager: Brian Sears