Hire a A2 (Audio Assistant) in St. Louis, MO
At a Glance
Assignment Desk provides professional a2 (audio assistant) services in St. Louis, MO. Our a2 (audio assistant)s come fully equipped with Boom pole and shotgun mic, Wireless lav packs, Audio snake and XLR cables and operate on standard 10-hour production days. Available for corporate, broadcast, commercial, and live event productions. Book today for immediate availability.
What Does a A2 (Audio Assistant) Do?
An A2 (Audio Assistant) is the second audio technician on a production set, working under the lead audio engineer (A1). They handle boom microphone operation, run and manage audio cables, set up and strike audio equipment, manage wireless microphone packs on talent, and maintain backup recording devices. A2s are essential on multi-camera shoots, live events, and any production where the audio demands exceed what a single technician can handle.
Standard Equipment
Common Shoot Scenarios
- Multi-camera studio shows
- Live event coverage
- Panel discussions
- Concert and music recordings
- Film and episodic production
Video Production in St. Louis, MO
St. Louis is a Midwestern production hub anchored by healthcare (BJC, Mercy), consumer goods (Anheuser-Busch, Purina), and financial services (Edward Jones). The Gateway Arch and revitalized downtown provide iconic backdrops.
Missouri offers a 20% tax credit on qualified production expenditures (up to 35% with an uplift for productions in underserved areas). St. Louis's central location and affordable cost of production make it attractive for regional and national shoots.
- 20-35% Missouri film tax credit on qualifying expenditures
- Major employers: Anheuser-Busch, Purina, Edward Jones, Emerson, Centene
- Gateway Arch, Forest Park, and historic Soulard neighborhood locations
- Central US location — convenient hub for multi-city production tours
A2 (Audio Assistant) Crew in St. Louis, MO
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Production Guidelines in St. Louis
Standard Day Rate: All a2 (audio assistant) bookings in St. Louis are based on a 10-hour production day, which includes setup, shooting, and wrap time.
Overtime: Hours beyond the standard 10-hour day are billed at time-and-a-half. We recommend building buffer time into your schedule for complex productions.
Local Radius: The local production zone covers a 30-mile radius from downtown St. Louis (9506 Olive Blvd #539). Locations outside this zone may include travel time and mileage charges.
Equipment: All crew arrive with their standard equipment package. Custom gear requests (specialty lenses, additional lighting, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries hire crews in St. Louis?
Consumer goods (Anheuser-Busch, Purina), financial services (Edward Jones, Stifel), healthcare (BJC, Mercy, Washington University), and manufacturing (Emerson, Boeing Defense) are the primary corporate video clients in the St. Louis market.
How much does a a2 (audio assistant) cost in St. Louis, MO?
A2 (Audio Assistant) rates in St. Louis vary based on project scope, equipment needs, and shoot duration. Assignment Desk offers competitive day rates on a standard 10-hour production day. Contact us at 312-464-8600 or visit our booking page for a custom quote.
What equipment does a a2 (audio assistant) bring to a shoot?
Our a2 (audio assistant) professionals in St. Louis typically arrive with Boom pole and shotgun mic, Wireless lav packs, Audio snake and XLR cables, Backup recorder (Sound Devices), IFB earpieces, Gaffer tape and cable ties. Equipment packages can be customized based on your production requirements.
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