Professional Live Sound Front of House (FOH ) Junior Engineer
A junior-level live sound engineer focused on stage monitor support for smaller events and stage setups, with 2–4 years of experience.
Positions & specializations
About this operator
This service is for a junior Monitor of House (MOH) sound engineer who manages what performers hear on stage through floor wedge monitors and basic in-ear monitor systems. Although the source title says FOH, the body content clearly describes a monitor engineer role. Junior MOH engineers are suitable for smaller concerts, weddings with live music, church programs, school events, and corporate functions where performers need basic but reliable stage monitoring.
This is our basic tier - trained for standard mic setups, basic mixing, and event sound support. We do not position this operator as a senior professional or industry expert. For serious commercial work please book our senior tier in this role, and for arena tours, festival headline acts, or world-class studio mastering please engage an independent industry specialist directly.
Skills
Equipment they operate
- Basic monitor mixing consoles
- Floor wedge monitors
- Basic in-ear monitor systems
- Stage signal routing and performer monitor needs
Responsibilities
- Managing floor wedge monitor mixes for performers
- Setting up and operating basic in-ear monitor systems
- Supporting performers during sound check and live performance
- Adjusting monitor levels during the event
- Working with FOH engineers or event crews where needed
Common use cases
What's included
- 1 × Junior MOH (Monitor of House) Sound Engineer
- Professional audio operation for client-provided or rented equipment
- Sound check time (30–60 minutes before event, included in booking)
- 8 hours of coverage
Extra charges (quoted on booking)
- Outstation travel — Quoted on booking (locations outside Colombo district)
- Overtime — 150% of hourly rate per extra hour
Frequently asked
Does the audio engineer bring their own equipment?
What is the difference between FOH and MOH?
How early should the engineer arrive for setup?
What is the standard coverage duration?
Is this suitable for large concerts?
What is the minimum rental period?
Do travel charges apply?
Things to know
- Standard booking covers 8 hours. Overtime charged at 150% of hourly rate.
- Audio engineer operates equipment only, monitor system and sound equipment are rented separately unless specified.
- Venue power supply (230V) must be available. Generator rental available separately.
- Sound check time (30–60 min before event) is included in the booking duration.
- Best suited for smaller stage setups and basic performer monitoring needs.
- Travel charges apply for locations outside Colombo district.
- Food and refreshments must be arranged by the client for events over 4 hours.
- Advance booking recommended, minimum 3 days notice.
- Cancellation within 24 hours of event forfeits the booking fee.
- For support before or after the event, contact WhatsApp: +94 777 186 500