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Adam Young

Hillside,New Jersey

Summary

Emmy Award-winning audio engineer with proven expertise in audio mixing and editing, honed at SportsNet New York. Adept at troubleshooting and collaborating with production teams to deliver exceptional sound quality. Proficient in SSL System T, AZ edits, RTS, and skilled in effective communication, ensuring seamless live sound production and high-quality broadcasts.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Audio Engineer

Sports Net New York (SNY)
New York, NY
03.2017 - Current
  • Demonstrated expertise in audio mixing with the SSL System T, ensuring top-notch performance in mixing excellence.
  • Utilized advanced audio editing tools and maintained proficient communication throughout all stages of production.
  • Established a proven track record of successful collaboration with production teams to deliver high-quality audio solutions for broadcasts.
  • Troubleshot technical issues with hardware or software systems related to audio production tasks.

Audio Technician Freelance

Yahoo Finance
New York, NY
01.2017 - Current
  • Demonstrated advanced mixing skills and adept communication using Az Edit, while taking charge of live audio production.
  • Proficient in utilizing audio editing software, such as Avid Pro Tools, facilitating high-quality audio outcomes for broadcasts.
  • Collaborated effectively with a diverse team of professionals to deliver exceptional audio quality for various financial news segments.

Audio Technician Freelance

Firehouse Productions
New York, NY
05.2016 - 05.2016
  • Coordinated the logistics of loading in the DJ rig and PA setup for live events, ensuring all equipment was prepared and functioning before the show began.
  • Executed front-of-house (FOH) operations, including strategic microphone placement and RF setup to optimize sound quality for audiences.
  • Managed speaker cable runs, ensuring a seamless audio experience throughout all performances and events.

Audio Technician

MSG Co/FUSE
New York, NY
01.2014 - 03.2016
  • Worked as an A2, focusing on microphone placement and signal flow for talent and guests.
  • Played a pivotal role in band setups, including FOH coordination for microphone placements on amplifiers and digital instruments, monitor configurations, speaker placements, and cable runs.
  • Ensured optimal audio quality in a fast-paced live event environment, supporting performers and production teams.

Audio Technician Freelance

Rabbit Productions/Metro Vision/LMG
New York, NY
11.2014 - 01.2016
  • Collaborated on high-profile projects such as "The Fashion Police," "Press Q & A: JOY," "Press Q & A: The INTERN," "Press Q & A: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part I," and "Screening and Press Q & A: Into the Woods."
  • Facilitated truck setups and efficiently ran DT 12s and fiber cables to FOH, ensuring all equipment was correctly linked for optimal performance.
  • Installed and configured Tempest PL systems, and established wireless RF lavalier microphones, along with hardwired headset mics, to meet specific production requirements.
  • Acted as Audio 2, responsible for meticulously placing microphones on talent and guests, conducting sound checks, and ensuring superior audio quality.

Audio Technician

AOL/Huffington Post Live
New York, NY
09.2012 - 01.2016
  • Served as A2, responsible for microphone placement on talent and show guests, ensuring signal integrity, and proper RF setups.
  • Functioned as A1, managing live mixing during national broadcast talk shows, working with both hosts and guests, and integrating pre-recorded segments seamlessly.
  • Oversaw AZ Edit and communications management, ensuring all technical aspects of the show ran smoothly and efficiently.

Audio Technician

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen
New York, NY
05.2015 - 07.2015
  • Provided critical A2 support, ensuring that microphone placement on talent and guests was executed flawlessly to guarantee high audio quality for the broadcast.
  • Assisted in overall sound management to enhance the live viewing experience for audiences, both in-studio and at home.

Education

High School Diploma -

Professional school for Performing Arts
New York, NY

Skills

  • Audio mixing
  • Audio editing
  • Live sound production
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Microphone placement
  • Control console operation
  • Live programming
  • Live production support
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Logic Pro proficiency
  • Proficient with Pro Tools
  • Problem resolution
  • Sony wireless remote systems
  • ENCO/DAD network
  • Salsa remote control
  • SSL System T
  • AZ Edits/ADAM Matrix

References

  • Jeff Harris, ABC, 646-552-8893
  • Howard Pearl, HP Productions, 646-996-5234
  • Rafael Jimenez, Chief Audio Engineer, AOL Studios, 646-526-5255

Accomplishments

  • Emmy 2023 Sports Program Live
  • Emmy 2020 Sports Program Live

Timeline

Audio Engineer

Sports Net New York (SNY)
03.2017 - Current

Audio Technician Freelance

Yahoo Finance
01.2017 - Current

Audio Technician Freelance

Firehouse Productions
05.2016 - 05.2016

Audio Technician

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen
05.2015 - 07.2015

Audio Technician Freelance

Rabbit Productions/Metro Vision/LMG
11.2014 - 01.2016

Audio Technician

MSG Co/FUSE
01.2014 - 03.2016

Audio Technician

AOL/Huffington Post Live
09.2012 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Professional school for Performing Arts

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