JOB DESCRIPTION
Sasha Velour is seeking an experienced SOUND TECHNICIAN to join the 2026 Spring European Tour of her new one person show, +ldquo;Travesty+rdquo;. The tour opens May 2nd in Vienna and closes June 12th in Seville. This will be followed by potential opportunities for future touring in the US and Canada this fall/winter (schedule forthcoming).


This production travels via sleeper bus and plays a new city for every show. Tour averages 4 shows per week over 6 weeks of tour. Full schedule at sashavelour.com


DUTIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
Collaborate with the lead artist, sound designer, and other creatives to realize the artistic concepts of the production and execute the sound design in a variety of venues.

Coordinate audio rental needs for the production, including obtaining quotes from vendors, organizing transport, delivery, install, and return of equipment in association with the Producer and Company Manager.

Attend production meetings

Oversee load in and strike of the audio package in each venue. Working with local crew on set up, cabling, etc.

Maintain the integrity of the sound design and audio levels in each venue to create a high quality of audio for the show using a variety of equipment (not traveling show package outside of two microphones).

Supervise the load-in and strike of the sound plot, including comm system, in each venue (monitors for performer, 2-4 effects speakers, two microphones)

Coordinate with the Director to establish specialty sound positions, such as integrated speakers or microphones within props

Must be highly adept in Qlab software; Audio Supervisor will serve as primary Qlab programmer and audio operator during performances

Setup OSC protocol and network control computers for show automation

Work closely with Producer to source appropriate rental package

Generate necessary documentation for the success of the production which may include system layout, manuals, cue lists, etc.

Maintain the operation and organization of all audio equipment, including microphones

Assist with audio recordings such as those used in voiceover content in the production, as needed 

Reports to Producer and Director with daily check ins


PAY:
$1,500 USD per week + per diem. Housing on the bus.


A NOTE:
House of Velour seeks to create a positive, problem-solving approach every day, in every market. Ideal applicants value flexibility and are able to work with a variety of local crews.


ABOUT THE SHOW:
Travesty traces the secret queer history of a single spot throughout time +mdash; A witch burns in a field; a clown builds a theater; an underground gay bar rises up against the police. As Velour embodies different characters through a series of jaw-dropping lip-syncs, she invites the audience to take part in the cycle of existence, resistance, and camp that IS drag.


TO APPLY:
Please send your resume and references to
Johnny Velour (Producer) johnny@houseofvelour.com
Nicole Lutz (Company Manager) nicole@houseofvelour.com



House of Velour is an equal opportunity employer. +ldquo;Travesty+rdquo; intimately speaks to the LGBTQIA+ experience and will play to a largely queer-identifying audience. Members of the queer community, women, and BIPOC applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!