Shaping The Industry

We at Karno are a technology company made up of experienced industry professionals and highly skilled engineers focused on developing large-scale, disrupting products that enable the Arts & Entertainment Industries to evolve.

 

Founded by Adam Pierce, formerly of DPA Microphones, the team is built on a shared passion for the industry and a commitment to excellence. With accomplishments such as winning a Smart Innovation grant, appearing on the front page of Sound on Sound, and receiving a Plasa Innovation Award, Karno is a dynamic and exciting place to be.

Adam Pierce
Founder

Having over 15 years of experience in the industry, across many different roles from an engineer to Vice President of DPA Microphones, Adam is both technically minded and commercially oriented. Rising at a rapid pace and young age in his previous role as Sales Manager to Director and then Vice President, Adam has unprecedented knowledge of both high-end and prosumer markets and has gained connections of leading influencers, dealers and key customers in all aspects of audio. 

Sarah Norman
General Manager
With a background in Audio and with DPA Microphones, Sarah has shaped Karno alongside Adam from day one.
George Ainscough
Head of R&D
From the Research and Development Department as Technical Lead is George, a passionate and skilled engineer from an Electronics background.
Sam North
Sales Manager
Coming in with previous experience in sales across the Audio Industry and DPA Microphones, Sam is Responsible for the Sales and Distribution side of Karno.
Louis Wardle
Brand Master
As the eye of the company Louis heads the marketing department, involved in campaigns, events and creating assets.
Charlie Engleback
Software Lead
Heading up the software department is Charlie, with a passion for coding and a background in theoretical physics.
Ashton Pollock
Embedded Electronics
Specialised in Embedded Electronics Ashton forms part of the Hardware Team within the Research and Development department.
Miha Hiratsuka
Mechanical
Heading the Mechanical department is Miha, with a masters in Mechanical Engineering and 10 years of hands on experience.
Felix Ybañez
UX/UI
Specialising in UX/UI design and focusing on the front end of Karno’s software applications is Felix.
Harrison Turner
Electronics
Coming from a background of Engineering Physics, Harrison forms a key part of the Hardware team.
Ben Jilks
Full Stack
Passionate about all things software, Ben works seamlessly across multiple applications within the software department.
Naoko Pierce
Finance
Leading the finance department is Naoko, with experience in Accounting, HR and Project Management, Naoko handles the day to day as well as the big picture.
Les Mommsen
Engineer
As a freelance Audio Engineer Les ensures the End User is always at the forefront of all Karno’s development.
Matt Norman
Website
With experience in Software Development and website design Matt is responsible for any 404 error you encounter on Karno’s website.

Research and Development

With talented engineer forming Hardware, Software and Mechanical teams.

Commercial

A group of likeminded, passionate people driving forward Global Sales and Marketing while engaging with a wide variety of end users.

Operations and Manufacturing

An efficiency-driven Operations and Manufaturing Department fuelling global reaching, creative innovation.

Work With Us

At Karno we are always on the look out for talent, regardless of the roles we are advertising for, so if you think you have something special to bring to the team, please get in touch.

Marketing Manager

Commercial
London

We’re seeking a Marketing Manager to oversee a key and integral part of our rapidly expanding company. This is a huge opportunity to play an essential part in a fast-growing start-up who are currently in the process of shipping their first product. We are looking to tailor the role, and the department’s growth, around the right person and their skillset/experience. Therefore, your responsibilities could include:

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Develop and implement targeted marketing strategies to penetrate and grow Karno Sound’s presence in key sectors
  • Lead competitive market analysis to understand key trends, identify opportunities and adapt strategies
  • Establish strong relationships with industry associations, influencers, partners and key opinion leaders.
  • Oversee the creation and management of all marketing materials, including promotional videos, technical documentation, case studies, blogs, and social media content, ensuring a consistent and engaging brand voice across all channels.
  • Manage external creative teams, including videographers, photographers, and graphic designers, to create compelling content that resonates with the target market.
  • Plan, manage, and execute industry events, trade shows, and conferences
  • Lead SEO/SEM initiatives to increase online visibility and drive organic traffic to Karno’s website.
  • Take charge of the company’s social media strategy across platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.
  • Analyse digital marketing metrics, including website performance, social media engagement, and campaign ROI, and adjust strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Oversee email marketing campaigns, managing the end-to-end process from list segmentation to performance analysis.
  • Identify and manage sponsorship opportunities.
  • Collaborate closely with sales and product development teams to ensure that all marketing initiatives are aligned with company objectives and customer needs.
  • Develop and manage the marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize ROI across all channels.

 

Key Requirements

 

The ideal candidate will be creative, passionate, and have:

  • 4+ years experience in the pro audio industry in commercial roles
  • Deep understanding of the pro audio market (live sound, theatre, studio etc.) and the specific needs of professionals in these fields.

 

You should have some or all of the following

  • Creative thinker with a track record of delivering successful initiatives
  • Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams (both internal and external), delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create compelling content for different audience segments.
  • Ability to analyse and interpret data to inform decision-making and improve campaign performance.
  • Experience in social media, email campaigns and SEO/SEM
  • Ability to handle multiple concurrent projects

 

Additional Information

 

  • Full Time position
  • Based in Canary Wharf, Office based role
  • Salary depending on experience

 

Commercial
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London

Analog Electronics Engineer

Research and Development
London

We’re looking for a Mixed Signal Electronics Engineer with embedded experience to
join our dynamic R&D team as we work to launch our own product line. You’ll be:

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Specifying, designing and laying out mixed signal electrical systems for innovative audio products
  • Developing solutions focused on our users and industry
  • Conducting thorough documented testing and investigation of technologies
  • Shipping products, working on all stages of a project, including layout, DFM/DFA, Manufacturing and test engineering
  • Taking ownership and responsibility within a small team while working closely with other departments
  • Working with 3rd party manufacturers to onboard their products onto our platform
  • Communicating with fabricators and suppliers for DFM and manufacturing procedures

 

Key Requirements

 

The ideal candidate will be creative, passionate, and

  • Have an analog electronics engineering background, with a relevant degree and at least 1 years professional experience
  • Have excellent knowledge and experience of mixed signal design at audio frequencies
  • Able to design circuitry and provide accurate schematics
  • Aware of emerging trends and developments in relevant technology
  • Have practical skills to assemble, test and debug electronics
  • Is able to challenge the team and be challenged by it
  • Have good experience and understanding of CAD

 

You should have some or all of the following

 

  • Experience with high-performance analog systems
  • Miniaturization and Rigid-Flex experience
  • Experience with Altium Designer
  • Experience with EMC pre-compliance testing
  • Lifecycle management and procurement/supply chain experience
  • An interest or background in professional audio (broadcast/studio/live events)
  • Experience with automated hardware in the loop testing
  • Experience with test driven development
  • A basis of software programming to be able to advise on hardware and software integration

Additional Information

 

  • Full Time position
  • Based in Canary Wharf, Office based role
  • Salary depending on experience

 

Research and Development
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London

Head of Operations and Manufacturing

Operations
London

We’re seeking a Head of Operations and Manufacturing to oversee a key and integral part of our rapidly expanding company. This is a huge opportunity to play an essential part in a fast-growing start-up who are currently in the process of shipping their first product. We are looking to tailor the role, and the department’s growth, around the right person and their skillset/experience. Therefore, your responsibilities could include:

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Contract Manufacturing Oversight
  • Manufacturing Process Management
  • Procurement and Supplier Management
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • Quality Assurance and Compliance
  • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
  • Resource and Workforce Management
  • Cross-Departmental Coordination
  • Strategic Planning and Leadership
  • Developing product servicing strategies
  • Cost Control and Budget Management
  • Customer Satisfaction and Product Delivery

 

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will be organised with meticulous attention to detail and have:

  • A background in logistics and/or manufacturing
  • Experience and a passion for the Audio Industry
  • Experience in successfully running a team of both full-time staff and freelancers
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask
  • IT literacy and experience of using relevant systems (PLM, MRP, SCM)
  • Ability to show leadership

 

We would be highly impressed if you possess any of the following additional qualifications:

  • Knowledge of electronics
  • Experience both personally, and running teams in servicing or prepping equipment

 

Additional Information

  • Location: London
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Laptop and relevant software provided
Operations
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London
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Karno

London Innovation Centre

20 Water Street

London

E14 5GX

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We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our data processing practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, so please check back regularly for the latest information.

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Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Our contact details are as follows:

  • 02080 640340
  • contact@karno.com
  • Karno Sound Limited, South Quay Building, 77 Marsh Wall, E14 9SH

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