Atiya Taylor Smith
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Driven by a passion for excellence in audio engineering, I honed my skills at Full Sail University, mastering digital audio workstations and fostering team collaboration. My expertise in audio mixing and interpersonal communication significantly enhanced project outcomes, achieving a high client satisfaction rate. I excel in delivering top-notch audio content, meeting tight deadlines, and continuously improving processes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Audio Engineer/Music Producer
Full Sail University
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Maximized studio productivity through effective scheduling, setup, and teardown procedures for recording sessions.
- Enhanced audio quality by expertly mixing and mastering recordings for various projects.
- Worked with video editors to synchronize audio with video segments.
- Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
- Consistently met project deadlines through diligent time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Implemented best practices in troubleshooting technical issues to minimize downtime during productions or recordings.
- Stayed up-to-date with latest audio engineering technologies and techniques through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Delivered top-notch audio content by skillfully editing, mixing, and mastering tracks to meet client specifications.
- Collaborated closely with producers and directors to ensure alignment of creative vision throughout the production process.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Elevated overall acoustic experience at live events through precise sound system calibration and monitoring techniques.
- Improved team communication by fostering an open dialogue between engineers, musicians, producers, and other stakeholders involved in projects.
- Supported artists'' performances by designing and implementing tailored sound environments for live events.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by maintaining and organizing a clean, professional recording environment.
- Developed customized audio solutions for clients in various industries including music, film, television, radio, and podcasting.
- Increased project completion speed through meticulous organization of audio files using digital asset management systems.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
- Maintained and repaired sound equipment.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
- Provided coaching on proper microphone usage to talent during recording sessions ensuring optimal capture of desired sounds.
- Ensured seamless integration of recorded elements into final mixes while preserving artistic intent across diverse genres.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Audio Production
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL09.2025
Skills
- Audio Mixing Proficiency
- Critical Listening Abilities
- Microphone usage
- Mixing sound input
- Virtual Instrument Programming
- Game Audio Implementation
- Team Collaboration
- Sound design expertise
- Audio Plugin Development
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Written Communication
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Team building
- Relationship Building
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Proficient working with DAW (Logic Pro, Studio One)
- Beginner working in Pro Tools
Timeline
Student Audio Engineer/Music Producer
Full Sail University
10.2022 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Audio Production
Full Sail University
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