Camdram

Roles

The Sound Designer is responsible for creating an appropriate sound plan, detailing where any live band is to be placed (in the orchestra pit or visible on stage within the set), and how microphones are to be used to allow any band and cast dialogue or singing to be properly mixed. If the cast will be wearing radio microphones, the Sound Designer may want to discuss with Costume Designer how the microphones will be hidden within the costumes, especially if quick costume or microphone changes are necessary.

Some directors will have a very strong view about the overall design (e.g. using radio microphones or not), whereas others will give their designers a greater input into creating the sound design for the show. It is normally left up to the Sound Designer to decide whether they also want to take on the responsibilities of Sound Operator during performances.

The Sound Designer is also responsible for sourcing or making appropriate sound effects that the show requires, and ensures that they fit in with the overall look and design of the rest of the show. Occasionally they may need to discuss with the Set Designer and/or Technical Director where speakers for sound effects can be hidden within the set.

For best results, the Sound Designer should work with the other designers to ensure the sound design is consistent with the overall design ideas, especially with regard to placement of the band if they are on stage. A production will look a lot better if each designer is following a consistent thread and taking into account of the look and atmosphere being created by the other designers.

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Sound Designer Vacancies

NOISES OFF is looking for a Tech Team!
Noises OffCUADC
19:45, Tue 27th – Sat 31st January 2026 at ADC Theatre
Lent Week 1

Michael Frayn's infamous farce is looking for a Lighting Designer , Sound Designer , Costume Designer , and Deputy Stage Manager 

Contact tb796@cam.ac.uk before 23rd Oct 2025 23:59 for more details.

PERIPETEIA is looking for tech!!!!!
PERIPETEIAFletcher Players
21:30, Wed 26th – Sat 29th November 2025 at Corpus Playroom
Michaelmas Week 7

PERIPETEIA, the Week 7 Corpus late show, is looking for a Lighting Designer /Projectionist, Costume Designer , Sound Designer , and Set Designer ! Please take a look at the Application Pack and get in touch if you have any questions.

Contact md2085@cam.ac.uk or eij23@cam.ac.uk before 30th Oct 2025 00:00 for more details.

APPLY FOR LYSISTRATA TECH!!! Xx
LYSISTRATAPembroke Players and Fletcher Players
19:00, Tue 25th – Sat 29th November 2025 at Corpus Playroom
Michaelmas Week 7

Lysistrata is looking for techies to bring everything fabulous to the Corpus Playroom! We are looking for a Lighting Designer  and Sound Designer  to help bring the vibes for our super fun show xx

Contact frb33@cam.ac.uk before 30th Oct 2025 00:00 for more details.

More tech roles for Jack and the Beanstalk!
CUADC/Footlights Pantomime 2025: Jack and the BeanstalkCUADC and Footlights
19:45, Wed 26th – Sat 29th November 2025 at ADC Theatre
14:30, Sat 29th November 2025 at ADC Theatre
13:00, Sun 30th November 2025 at ADC Theatre
19:45, Mon 1st – Sat 6th December 2025 at ADC Theatre
14:30, Thu 4th December 2025 at ADC Theatre
14:30, Sat 6th December 2025 at ADC Theatre
Michaelmas Week 7 to Week 8

We are looking for a Seamstress (Beanstress!), Assistant Costume Designers , Make-up artists, Scenic artists, and a Sound Designer .

Contact as3505@cam.ac.uk and cz432@cam.ac.uk and ks2071@cam.ac.uk before 25th Oct 2025 23:59 for more details.