Hi, I’m
Chad Mount
Farmington Ny,NY
Summary
Looking to obtain a position doing live sound on cruise ships.
Accomplished Live Sound Engineer with a proven track record at Audio Images Sound and Lighting, enhancing audience experiences and solving technical challenges under pressure. Expert in mixing sound inputs and managing sound quality, coupled with strong collaboration skills. Spearheaded major audio system installations, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and innovation in sound engineering.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Images Sound and Lighting
Live Sound Engineer
2006.07 - 2008.09 (2 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Improved audience experience by skillfully managing sound levels during high-profile events.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Troubleshoot complex technical challenges under pressure, preserving the integrity of live performances despite unforeseen circumstances.
- Ensured safety compliance in all aspects of sound engineering tasks while adhering to industry standards.
- Minimized feedback issues by expertly placing microphones and adjusting EQ settings during live events.
- Set up and broke down sound board, speakers, microphones and ear buds at each event.
- Enhanced audio quality by optimizing sound systems and equipment during live performances.
- Reduced technical issues by performing routine maintenance and repairs on audio equipment.
- Collaborated with event organizers for seamless audio integration, ensuring successful productions.
- Spearheaded the installation of state-of-the-art audio systems for major concert venues and festivals.
- Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
Dark Horse Recording
Sound Engineer
2002.08 - 2003.12 (1 year & 4 months)
Job overview
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for various
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
Education
Full Sail University , Winter Park, FL
Recording Engineering from Recording Arts Technology
09.2002
Skills
- Managing sound quality
- Signal Flow Understanding
- Verbal and written communication
- Mixing sound input
- Digital Audio Workstations
- Monitor Engineering
- Microphone usage
- Audio Routing
- Power Distribution
- Analog Consoles
- Recording Techniques
- Sound Reinforcement
- Multitrack Recording
- Equipment Assembly
- Stage Management
- Selecting equipment
- Feedback Control
- Control console operation
Accomplishments
Artist I have worked with breaking Benjamin, five finger, Death Punch, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Green Day, Chevy Chase, Willie Nelson.
Timeline
Live Sound Engineer
Audio Images Sound and Lighting
2006.07 - 2008.09 (2 years & 2 months)
Sound Engineer
Dark Horse Recording
2002.08 - 2003.12 (1 year & 4 months)
Full Sail University
Recording Engineering from Recording Arts Technology
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