Amanda Alexander
Scottsbluff,NE
Summary
Innovative Sound Designer with extensive knowledge of sound creation and assisting with every step of the audio production process. Adept at implementing modern software use and equipment maintenance. Successful at creating high-quality sound for various types of projects. Ambitious Sound Technician talented in live sound, recording, editing and mixing. Offering 15 years of comprehensive experience in setting up, installing and maintaining audio equipment, including amplifiers, soundboards, microphones and loudspeakers. Calm, organized and skilled in collaborating with colleagues and clients alike. In-depth knowledge and understanding of signal flow. Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects with little direction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sound Designer
Theatre West
Scottsbluff, NE
06.2019 - Current
- Collaborate with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Create, record, and/or source sound effects.
- Set up and operate sound equipment, including mixers, amplifiers, equalizers, compressors, signal processors and microphones.
- Check for proper audio levels to ensure that the sound is clear and balanced during performances.
- Troubleshoot technical issues with audio systems in a timely manner.
- Perform maintenance checks on all live sound equipment prior to events.
- Monitor audio signals from multiple sources simultaneously during performances.
- Train personnel on proper use of live sound equipment and techniques.
- Calibrate speakers and other components to optimize system performance.
- Develop strategies for minimizing feedback noise while maximizing volume output.
- Collaborate with lighting technicians to create an optimal environment for each show.
- Troubleshoot issues with sound equipment and perform maintenance.
- Edit raw voice recordings, add sound effects and mixed to WAV format.
Freelance AV Engineer
Self
12.2009 - Current
- Record, mix, and master audio - mostly utilizing Steinberg's Nuendo.
- Set up sound systems for a wide variety of live events.
- Set up small scale light systems for live events.
- Past experience with: prop management, set building, costume-making, and stage management.
- Configure sound systems for events according to customer specifications.
- Install and test audio-visual equipment such as projectors, microphones, amplifiers and speakers.
- Troubleshot technical issues with AV equipment in a timely manner.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all AV components to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided technical support to users regarding the use of AV systems.
- Created user manuals and tutorials for operating various types of audiovisual equipment.
- Repaired faulty audio-visual hardware by replacing defective parts or boards.
Theatre Manager
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE
06.2019 - 03.2024
- Maintained and repaired all lighting, audio, and projection equipment.
- Set-up all tech required for event use.
- Scheduled and supervised use of the Performing Arts Center.
- Reviewed technical specifications for lighting, sound equipment, props, sets. for productions.
- Multitrack record and mix all Fine Arts Friday events and other projects as requested.
- Create sound effects for plays.
- Run sound for performances, both in theater and at other venues.
- Planned and implemented marketing strategies to increase ticket sales.
- Developed and maintained relationships with sponsors, donors, and partners to ensure financial stability of the theatre.
- Supervised box office operations including ticket sales and customer service.
- Scheduled maintenance of theatre facilities such as auditoriums, lobbies, dressing rooms.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in all areas of the theatre operation.
- Resolved complaints from patrons regarding their experience at the theatre promptly and professionally.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss upcoming events or projects.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance data for shows or events held at the theatre.
- Prepared reports on income generated from ticket sales and other sources on a monthly basis.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
Educational ASL Interpreter
Scottsbluff Public Schools
Scottsbluff, NE
07.2016 - 08.2023
- Facilitated communication between instructors, staff, and students in ASL.
- Translated complex concepts from English into ASL for classroom instruction.
- Assisted in providing visual and auditory access to educational content for deaf and hard of hearing students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to identify appropriate strategies for effective communication among all parties involved.
- Demonstrated a high level of knowledge regarding Deaf culture and American Sign Language.
- Attended professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in interpreting services.
- Participated in team meetings dedicated to discussing issues related to deaf and hard of hearing education.
- Adhered to ethical standards set forth by state laws governing interpreters.
- Engaged in continuing education activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, webinars, aimed at increasing knowledge about sign language interpreting.
- Completed professional development courses to improve field knowledge and advance interpretation abilities.
- Instructed students staff and teachers concerning functions and capabilities of interpreters.
- Adjusted translations to students' cognitive level and collaborated with other educational team members as necessary.
Electrical Engineer
Tait Towers
Lititz, PA
01.2013 - 09.2013
- Built motors and cables to control lighting and stage equipment to specifications.
- Inspected control motors to observe operations and verify conformance to design and equipment specifications.
- Inspected completed installations or repairs prior to finalizing them in order to ensure they meet applicable codes.
- Conducted tests on electrical systems and equipment and reported results.
- Utilized and interpreted technical drawings when repairing and installing electrical systems.
Audio Visual Technician
Sound Advantage
Annville, PA
09.2011 - 04.2013
- Worked with clients to determine their A/V needs.
- Set-up, tore-down, and ran wide variety of audio, video and lighting equipment for a wide variety of shows and performances.
- Monitored and repaired audio, video, lighting, and control systems.
- Provided technical support for audio visual equipment and systems.
- Troubleshot and resolved audio visual system issues.
- Installed, configured, tested, and maintained audio visual equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Ensured all audiovisual components were connected properly to enable optimal performance at events or meetings.
- Implemented backup plans in case there are any unexpected problems with the AV system during an event.
Audio Visual Technician
Lebanon Valley College
Annville, PA
08.2009 - 09.2012
- Set-up, ran, and troubleshot wide variety of AV equipment, including: sound systems, lighting systems, projectors, computers, and cameras.
- Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols while installing projectors, displays and speakers.
- Correctly read and interpreted audio-visual diagrams.
- Led team of audio-video team members to complete large projects.
- Installed, configured, tested, and maintained audio visual equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Performed maintenance checks on all audio visual equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Ensured all audiovisual components were connected properly to enable optimal performance at events or meetings.
- Provided training on the use of audio-visual equipment to staff members as needed.
- Implemented backup plans in case there are any unexpected problems with the AV system during an event.
- Repaired faulty wiring connections within AV systems when required.
- Followed specifications to pull and terminate cables.
Sound Technician and Stage Manager
Hershey Park
Hershey, PA
05.2010 - 08.2011
- Mixed microphones and other inputs to produce high-quality live performances.
- Cared for all sound equipment.
- Called the show.
- Managed everything that occurred on set for a performance.
- Perform sound checks on speakers and other components before shows begin.
- Troubleshoot any technical issues with sound systems or related gear in a timely manner.
- Implement special effects such as reverb or echo when required by the production team's specifications.
- Collaborate with producers, directors, musicians, actors, singers and other personnel involved in a production or event to ensure optimal sound quality results are achieved.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Recording Technology
Lebanon Valley College
Annville, PA05-2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE05-2006
Skills
- Soundboard operation
- Music Selection
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Sound Engineering
- Music theory knowledge
- Selecting equipment
- Nuendo Proficiency
- Equipment Setup
- Equipment Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Audio production
- Sound Editing
Languages
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Homesteader with a goat micro-dairy.
- Love horseback riding and reading.
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa member
- Who's Who Among American High School Students
Certification
- EIPA PSE 4.2
- EIPA Written
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sound Designer
Theatre West
06.2019 - Current
Theatre Manager
Western Nebraska Community College
06.2019 - 03.2024
Educational ASL Interpreter
Scottsbluff Public Schools
07.2016 - 08.2023
Electrical Engineer
Tait Towers
01.2013 - 09.2013
Audio Visual Technician
Sound Advantage
09.2011 - 04.2013
Sound Technician and Stage Manager
Hershey Park
05.2010 - 08.2011
Freelance AV Engineer
Self
12.2009 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
Lebanon Valley College
08.2009 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Music - Music Recording Technology
Lebanon Valley College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Western Nebraska Community College