Anthony Vaticalos
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Audio Engineer with solid background in supporting production teams through effective coordination and logistical planning. Proven track record in ensuring smooth operations on set and contributing to successful production outcomes. Demonstrated ability to manage time-sensitive tasks and facilitate clear communication among team members.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
Rhino Staging & Events Production
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborates with production teams to facilitate smooth operations relating to audio, video, lighting and rigging operations
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Supported on-time load in/ load out completion by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workflow.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Prioritize safety measures while maintaining training and certification courses
TRACKING AND MIXING ENGINEER
EarthGroan Productions
01.2020 - Current
- Coordinates artist session scheduling
- Multi-track recording, editing and mixing
- File/data management
- Maintained high standards for audio fidelity throughout the production process.
- Analyzed acoustics of different studios for best possible sound quality.
- Set up multi-track recording sessions while ensuring proper microphone placement techniques were used.
MARKETING TEAM ENGINEER FOR VIDEO CONTENT
Vintage King Po Audio
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated audio consoles to mix and balance multiple sources during live performances.
- Set up multi-track recording sessions while ensuring proper microphone placement techniques were used.
- Implemented creative solutions for difficult mixing scenarios that required problem solving skills.
- Edited dialogue, music, and sound effect tracks for post-production projects.
- Organized session data according to project specifications prior to mixing sessions.
- Processed audio files through noise reduction plugins such as iZotope RX7 Advanced suite.
- Corrected pitch problems within vocal takes using Auto Tune software applications.
AUDIO CONSULTANT
Vintage King Po Audio
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.
- Implemented strategies to reduce returns and refunds due to defective products.
- Successfully sold a variety of audio products, including speakers and amplifiers, to meet customer needs.
- Coordinated delivery services for large purchases made by customers.
- Collaborated with marketing team members to develop promotional campaigns for various audio products.
Recording Engineer
Gnome Studios/ Twelve 3 South
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Enhanced audio quality by utilizing advanced recording and mixing techniques.
- Troubleshot technical issues and maintained recording equipment for optimal performance. (API 2448/1608 Consoles)
- Designed recording and production schedules according to client needs.
- Increased revenue for the studio by attracting new clients through consistently delivering exceptional results on previous projects.
- Collaborated with artists to achieve their desired sound and creative vision.
- Coached musicians on creating clean, balanced audio to work with.
- Ensured accurate session documentation by diligently tracking all relevant information, such as takes, settings, and equipment used.
- Balanced artistic goals with technical constraints while creating high-quality recordings that met both creative and budgetary requirements.
PRODUCTION RUNNER
The Aztec Theater
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Executed technical riders for artists and their crews in accordance with contractual agreements
- Assisted directors, producers and crew members with any tasks requested in a timely manner.
- Prepared sets by transporting equipment and supplies to locations and properly positioning people and props.
PRODUCE CLERK
Sprouts Farmer's Market
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Responsible for inspection and rotation of sales floor product, stocking, and weekly orders
- Ensured organization and code dating of new deliveries
- Worked with co-workers to drive customer satisfaction and pleasant work environment
FREELANCE AUDIO ENGINEER
KLRN TV Station
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for audio production related to live and pre-recorded television airings
- Accomplished audio equipment inventory checks on a monthly basis
- Operated and maintained various audio equipment, including mixing consoles, microphones, amplifiers, digital recorders and sound reinforcement systems.
- Set up complex signal routing configurations between multiple devices in order to capture desired sounds accurately.
AIRCREW INSTRUCTOR LOADMASTER
United States Air Force
03.2008 - 08.2014
- Responsible for the safe loading, unloading, and aerial delivery of cargo and personnel assigned to aircraft in accordance with mission directives and technical orders
- Instructed student cadre of procedures and methodologies pertaining to in-flight operation of equipment, emergency procedures, crew resource management, and ground operations
- Provided feedback to students to enhance academic growth.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Audio Engineering
The Blackbird Academy
Nashville, TNAssociate of Applied Science - Music Business
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
08.2014
Skills
- Teamwork Skills
- Mixing
- Recording Equipment Operation
- Audio Production
- Live Sessions
- Pro Tools, Logic
- Pre-production planning
- Logistics planning
- Safety management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Lighting setup
- Camera operation assistance
- Tool and gear maintenance
- Punctual and reliable
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Production Assistant
Rhino Staging & Events Production
01.2025 - Current
Recording Engineer
Gnome Studios/ Twelve 3 South
08.2022 - 01.2024
MARKETING TEAM ENGINEER FOR VIDEO CONTENT
Vintage King Po Audio
06.2022 - 12.2024
AUDIO CONSULTANT
Vintage King Po Audio
06.2021 - 12.2024
TRACKING AND MIXING ENGINEER
EarthGroan Productions
01.2020 - Current
PRODUCTION RUNNER
The Aztec Theater
09.2018 - 03.2019
FREELANCE AUDIO ENGINEER
KLRN TV Station
03.2018 - 01.2019
PRODUCE CLERK
Sprouts Farmer's Market
01.2015 - 01.2019
AIRCREW INSTRUCTOR LOADMASTER
United States Air Force
03.2008 - 08.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Audio Engineering
The Blackbird Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Music Business
San Antonio College
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force