Charles AUGUSTINE
Cornwall,NY
Summary
Music producer and audio engineer delivering multi-track mixing and live event execution. Applies songwriting and sound-quality improvement using technical evaluation and production judgment. Supports artist scouting and development by identifying market-ready hooks and analyzing genre trends.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Music Producer & Songwriter
01.2018 - Current
- Composed, arranged, and produced original tracks, blending modern stylistic choices with Formal composition.
- Refined skills in arrangement, mixing, and vocal delivery through hands-on writing, recording, and multi-track mixing sessions, enhancing overall sound quality.
- Analyzed emerging trends across genres to adapt production style and pinpoint fresh hooks, increasing market relevance.
Head Cook
Southeast Light Delights (Food Truck)
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Led kitchen operations, culinary prep, and workflow coordination in fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality service.
- Managed cooking station during lunch and evening rushes
- Managed kitchen preparations for food truck service daily
- Prepared menu items for Southeast Light Delights mobile service
- Optimized operational lines to minimize patron wait times during peak hours, enhancing overall dining experience.
Server & Cook
IL Tesoro
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led dining floor operations and coordinated team communication under strict time constraints, ensuring smooth service delivery.
- Welcomed guests upon arrival to create a friendly atmosphere. with IL Tesoro's warm dining service standards.
- Presented menus and described daily specials and wine selections.
- Took accurate orders and entered requests into POS systems.
Service Associate
Cornwall Sweets
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed point-of-sale transactions and resolved customer issues, ensuring positive customer experiences and upholding brand reputation.
- Processed sales transactions using point-of-sale system at Cornwall Sweets counter.
- Assisted customers with Cornwall Sweets product selection and order questions.
- Wrapped confectionery purchases according to Cornwall Sweets presentation standards. following Cornwall Sweets presentation standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Mathematics
St. Lawrence University
Canton, NY05-2025
Associate of Arts - Audio Engineering Program
SAE Institute
Atlanta, GA10-2026
Skills
- Technical Skills: Music Production, Songwriting, Sound Operations, Live Audio Hardware, Equipment Setup, POS Systems
- Digital audio workstations
- Music arrangement
- Audio mixing
- Music Licensing
LEADERSHIP & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Emergency Room Volunteer
Extracurricular Activities
- Vice President, Game Theory Club (St. Lawrence University)
- Varsity Student-Athlete (Football & Lacrosse), Riverdale Country School
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (Native/Fluent), Spanish (Conversational/Proficient)
Timeline
Head Cook
Southeast Light Delights (Food Truck)
06.2025 - 10.2025
Server & Cook
IL Tesoro
05.2024 - 08.2024
Service Associate
Cornwall Sweets
05.2022 - 08.2024
Independent Music Producer & Songwriter
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Mathematics
St. Lawrence University
Associate of Arts - Audio Engineering Program
SAE Institute