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Alex Balmaceda

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Audio Production Specialist with extensive experience in recording, editing, mixing, and podcast production across music and digital media. Background includes professional studio engineering, live production, and end-to-end podcast creation. Known for delivering high-quality audio, managing production workflows, and adapting quickly to evolving media technologies.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Owner / Audio Producer

A&M Creative and Professional Services LLC
San Francisco, CA
01.2026 - Current
  • Produce, edit, mix, and finalize audio content including podcasts and music
  • Manage full production lifecycle: recording, editing, mastering, and delivery
  • Collaborate with clients to shape content, improve sound quality, and meet platform standards
  • Handle technical setup for recording sessions (remote and in-person)

Audio & Multimedia Contractor

MCCLA
San Francisco, CA
01.2023 - 01.2026
  • Produced and edited podcast episodes from raw recordings to final publish-ready audio
  • Performed noise reduction, EQ balancing, and mastering for consistent sound quality

Music Instruction

La Playa Music School
San Francisco, CA
01.2009 - Current
  • Independent Music Teacher (Piano, Composition, Theory)
  • Multimedia and technical production across education and community programs

Mastering Engineer

Electrosound
Los Angeles
01.1981 - 12.1987
  • Transferred and mastered audio recordings for final production formats
  • Maintained studio equipment and ensured consistent audio quality

Recording Engineer

Paris Recordings
Beverly Hills
01.1980 - 12.1984
  • Engineered recording sessions ranging from small ensembles to orchestral arrangements
  • Managed multi-track recording, mixing, and precise tape editing
  • Produced audio for commercials and radio content

Education

Some College (No Degree) - MIDI Programming, Composition & Keyboard Performance

Grove School of Music
Van Nuys, CA

Graphic Design Studies

UCLA
Los Angeles

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science Coursework

National University
San Francisco, CA

Skills

  • Audio Recording & Editing
  • Audio Post-Production
  • Podcast Production & Publishing
  • Mixing & Mastering
  • Sound Design & Audio Cleanup
  • DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Audacity)
  • Multitrack Recording (Analog & Digital)
  • Live Sound Engineering
  • Microphone Setup & Signal Flow
  • Recording Session Setup
  • Audio Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Sound Quality Control
  • Content Production Workflow Management
  • Critical Listening & Audio Analysis
  • Communication & Collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Interests

Piano, Bass, Guitar, Drums, Percussion, Science, Reading, Hiking, Traveling

Timeline

Co-Owner / Audio Producer

A&M Creative and Professional Services LLC
01.2026 - Current

Audio & Multimedia Contractor

MCCLA
01.2023 - 01.2026

Music Instruction

La Playa Music School
01.2009 - Current

Mastering Engineer

Electrosound
01.1981 - 12.1987

Recording Engineer

Paris Recordings
01.1980 - 12.1984

Some College (No Degree) - MIDI Programming, Composition & Keyboard Performance

Grove School of Music

Graphic Design Studies

UCLA

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science Coursework

National University

Technical Tools

  • Pro Tools
  • Logic Pro
  • Audacity
  • GarageBand
  • Adobe Audition (or similar DAWs—adjust to match your actual tools)

Additional Information

  • Available for freelance, contract, or full-time audio production roles
  • References available upon request