How to hire an audio production manager

How to hire an audio production manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step audio production manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an audio production manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new audio production manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The audio production manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an audio production manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an audio production manager that fits the bill.

   This list presents audio production manager salaries for various positions.

   Type of Audio Production Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Audio Production Manager	Broadcast and sound engineering technicians set up, operate, and maintain the electrical equipment for radio programs, television broadcasts, concerts, sound recordings, and movies.	$20-42
   Stage Technician	A stage technician is part of the production and technical side of a stage play performance. The stage technician's job is to work alongside the floor director and the props team in the set up of the stage before a performance and packing it up afterward... Show more	$12-27
   Video Coordinator	A video coordinator normally works with sports teams to help them curate video footage of their games and training sessions. One important aspect of their job to travel away with the team for their games... Show more	$11-30

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Audio Systems
   • Technical Aspects
   • Audio Equipment
   • Video
   • Sound Design
   • Video Equipment
   • FOH
   • Audio Visual
   • Digital Audio
   • Electronic Equipment
   • DJ
   • Adobe Audition
   • Pro Tools
   • DVD

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage live stream events and in charge of the process of downloading, burning, and selling of game DVD 's
   • Manage all security and facilities/grounds maintenance in addition to project management of recent and ongoing expansion efforts.
   • Work with clients to design and install all audio and video equipment for the trade show or exhibits.
   • Produce audio for hundreds of digital marketing presentations and commercials, distribute via CD, DVD, and web.
   • Develop and maintain update manufacturing procedure; scale up formulations from development in accordance with GMP and safety / environmental regulations.
   • Structure and establish audio/video department, including playing role in equipment purchasing.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your audio production manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An audio production manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, audio production managers' average salary in kentucky is 50% less than in rhode island.
   • Seniority. Entry-level audio production managers 53% less than senior-level audio production managers.
   • Certifications. An audio production manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an audio production manager's salary.

   Average audio production manager salary

   $61,401yearly

   $29.52 hourly rate

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   Entry-level audio production manager salary

   $42,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing an audio production manager job description

   An audio production manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an audio production manager job description:

   Audio production manager job description example

   The audio and media operations manager will be responsible for overseeing and scheduling jobs related to audio and media post-production services. Primary responsibility includes managing the production and scheduling of a team that prepares or creates localized media content. Content may be in the form of audio, video, or timed text. This includes Pro Tools audio sessions, video reference content, media packages, and audio archive material. Candidate would have a strong understanding and depth of knowledge of Pro Tools and other multimedia tools. The Production Manager would be working with and supporting all audio types and configurations, including Atmos, 7.1 and 5.1. The job requires the candidate to have an expertise in localized multi-language dubbed audio content. A strong understanding of video types, codecs, timecode formats, frame rates, containers, and various video file types is required. An understanding of subtitles and closed captions is required. Candidate will be required to effectively communicate with clients, employees and management. Along with a perfectionist mindset, the job requires that the candidate is required to have exceptional organizational and time management skills.

   We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible work schedules, and ample room for professional development.

   Requirements

   • Bachelor degree or equivalent trade specific education
   • 7+ years in audio post-production or media service projects for film and tv

   • 2+ year of being in a supervisor or management position in audio
   • 5+ years of experience working with localized audio and subtitles
   • Excellent Pro Tools operational skills, including the use of video in Pro Tools
   • Non-linear video workstation editor skills
   • Excel and other MS Office application software

   • Excellent communication skills over phone and email
   • Deep sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with self-direction
   • Problem solver with creative and innovative approach and ability to think out of the box
   • Outstanding organizational and time management skills

   Preferred

   • Strong skills with Mac OS and Microsoft Office Suite
   • Familiarity with other media applications such as Adobe Suite and Final Cut Pro

   Physical Requirements

   • Ability to continuously sit in an office chair
   • Ability to operate and work in front of a computer in an audio room setting

   Equal Opportunity Employer

   We are an equal opportunity employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, citizenship, veteran, military, or any other legally protected status.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right audio production manager for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your audio production manager job on Zippia to find and recruit audio production manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit audio production managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new audio production manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the audio production manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new audio production manager. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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