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Austin Blumberg

Apple Valley,Minnesota

Summary

I have 10 years of experience as a professional musician. I am proficient in both Live and Studio Audio, have an extensive musical background, years of teaching, and have been working at River Valley for going on 8 years. I value excellence, creative expression and learning. I am a hard worker and love collaboration. I am passionate about music and people.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Lead & Broadcast Mix Engineer

River Valley Church
11.2015 - Current

I've worked on the production staff at River Valley Church at 3 different campuses. (Part time Production Lead at EGN & WDB, Fulltime Production Assistant at AV)


Led volunteers and teams, facilitating and training people in Audio, Video and Lighting skills.


Worked as Audio Assistant, Monitor Engineer, FOH Engineer and Broadcast Mix Engineer for various large events at River Valley.


I have engineered, edited, mixed and mastered online content for River Valley (Talking Church Podcast, Christmas Spectacular)


I work hard to make events and weekend services immersive and inspiring. I'm very proud of the quality of audio I have provided.


Something that I'm very proud of is assisting in the musical training of worship team members. This is not a part of my job description, but I love music and working with musicians. I believe that an audio mix can only sound as good as the players on stage. Smaller campuses don't have the luxury of being able to pay for professional players. I have led many group master classes and one on one sessions to help volunteers develop their skills. I'm very proud of the growth of the players at the WDB campus as none of them are paid or work as professional musicians outside of playing at church.

Music Producer

Self Employed
01.2013 - Current

I have produced music for local artists since 2013.

I have experience in engineering, producing/writing, editing, mixing and mastering. I have also worked as an instrumentalist on many projects for other artists. I primarily work on pop and alternative music.


I've worked with artists such as

Libby John, Victoria IX, Drew Poole, Jonny Darko, Feed Us, Loon Booster, Freak Accident Fire, GO Kids Music, River Valley Worship, River Valley AGES, and Dreams We've Had.


Guitar Teacher

Self Employed
01.2014 - 01.2016

Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.


Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level and created custom lesson plans for students


Assisted clients in preparing for auditions or performances


Created and distributed invoices to clients


Built rapport with students and family members.

Education

No Degree - Recording Arts

North Central University
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Audio Editing, Engineering, Mixing, Mastering
  • Follow audio and music trends
  • Creative Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Teaching
  • Troubleshooting
  • Multitasking
  • Equipment Maintenance

Timeline

Production Lead & Broadcast Mix Engineer

River Valley Church
11.2015 - Current

Guitar Teacher

Self Employed
01.2014 - 01.2016

Music Producer

Self Employed
01.2013 - Current

No Degree - Recording Arts

North Central University
Austin Blumberg