Head Studio Runner

Living Room

A home away from home where creatives celebrate music, art, design and culture.  We are a private membership club open to members and their guests only.

The Role

The Head Runner ensures smooth studio operations by leading the runner team, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent client service. This role supports sessions, manages studio upkeep, and coordinates runner tasks to keep the studio running efficiently in a fast-paced environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide general assistance to studio staff, engineers, 
• Ensure all studio spaces are clean, stocked, and set up according to client needs before sessions.

• Manage incoming and outgoing deliveries, ensuring equipment and supplies are handled properly.

• Run errands, including food and beverage pickups, supply restocking, and equipment deliveries.
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of sessions, including mic placement, cable management, and equipment.
• Assist in maintaining studio equipment and report any technical issues to the appropriate staff.
• Greet and accommodate artists, producers, and engineers, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
• Help train new runners and ensure adherence to studio policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory of studio supplies and coordinate with management for replenishment.
• Adhere to all studio policies and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Oversee general studio cleanliness and organization, ensuring all areas are maintained to a high standard.

• Assist engineers and producers with session preparation, gear movement, and troubleshooting minor technical issues.

Expectations:

• Maintain a professional and proactive attitude at all times.
• Lead by example, ensuring all runners adhere to studio protocols and expectations.
• Communicate any issues or concerns to studio management promptly.
• Continuously look for ways to improve efficiency and workflow within the studio.
• Uphold the studio’s reputation by providing excellent service to all clients and staff.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, current liability insurance, clean driving record, and reliable transportation for errands.
• Prior experience in a recording studio required.
• Strong understanding of analog and digital studio workflows, large format consoles, a wide variety of analog outboard equipment, microphone handling and placement, and proper cabling and dressing.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

• Proactive problem-solving skills and a strong attention to detail.

• Ability to lift and transport equipment as needed.

• Passion for the music and recording industry.

• Flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and extended hours as required.

Benefits

Why Join

• 100% Healthcare coverage including Dental and Vision
• Wellness Benefits for a balanced lifestyle
• Competitive 401k match for your financial future
• Unlimited PTO for salaried members, because you deserve it
• Career Growth opportunities that empower you
• Leader in Development Program
• Learning & Development for your growth with us
• Immersive Trainings that nurture your talents
• Fun and Exciting Team Member Events that build bonds
• Free Team Member Meals to fuel your creativity

Our Team Culture

At Living Room, we are deeply passionate about our work and we believe that hospitality is a noble pursuit because it’s fundamentally human and an ideal worth chasing. We seek out those that share these beliefs as an inherent second nature and our team member culture is how we bring this idea to life. Our guiding pillars- Be Human, Be Curious, Be Empathetic, Be Soulful, and Be Honest demand that we embody these values in all that we do.