CHARLES E. HARRIS Jr
The Experience in Lagos Nigeria
Edgewater,MD
1
Certification
40
years of professional experience
Accomplished Live Audio Engineer/Production Manager with 40 years of experience in audio engineering and production management. Recognized for delivering high-quality technical services and fostering effective communication within teams. Proficient in digital and analog audio systems, recording and mixing techniques, and live sound reinforcement across diverse genres and settings.
Work History
Audio Visual Technician
6 Months- Monitored live presentations and adjusted equipment during events.
- Supported Maryland Stadium Authority event production and technical requests.
- Employed best practices and safety protocols during equipment installations.
- Maintained an inventory of all AV supplies such as cables, connectors, adapters.
- Provided technical support for audio visual equipment and systems.
- Troubleshot and resolved audio visual system issues.
- Performed maintenance checks on all audio visual equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Ensured all audiovisual components were connected properly to enable optimal performance at events or meetings.
- Installed and tested projects.
- Evaluated new technologies related to Audio Visual products and services.
- Operated audio visual systems for Maryland Stadium Authority event spaces.
- Set up microphones, speakers, projectors, and display equipment.
CEO (Entrepreneur)
39 Years 9 Months- Provided technical insights and consulting services for various faith-based organizations, soloists, R&B artists, groups, and bands, enhancing their audio and visual infrastructure systems for audiences ranging from 20 to 800,000.
- Managed production processes and collaborated with production managers on audio technical advancements for performers, singers, artists, and groups across the U.S. and internationally.
- Managed and operated audio systems throughout the venue to provide optimal sound quality. of audio throughout the entire venue, and
- Managed scheduling and execution of audio needs for special events to ensure professional delivery. are scheduled and met and executed with the utmost professional attitude
- Delivered training sessions on updated audio equipment and techniques to individuals and large groups of professionals.
- Facilitated communication with visiting production crews and distributed audio tactical plans to ensure smooth performance execution and meet performance expectations.
- Provide written assessments to include budget for purchases and labor cost to update and/or for repairs or improvements to existing audio systems and equipment.
- Maintained proper care of rental audio equipment to extend its lifespan. and handling of all rental audio equipment and safeguard measures.
- (Intermittent)
Production Manager
19 Years 9 Months- Directed and managed all aspects of one of world's largest gospel music concerts, engaging with performance artists, contractors, audio and lighting vendors, and hiring stagehands. Liaised between vendors and promoters to provide accurate budget costs, and projected and managed financial costs for travel arrangements, accommodations, and per diem for staff, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs regulations for audio and visual components.
- Managed 12-15 staff, conducting daily meetings to prepare for concerts and oversee postproduction.
- Oversaw annual event planning, ensuring high standards of organization and execution.
Audio Operations Manager
10 Years- Managed and directed audio systems and performance program needs for multi-services and special events at on-site and off-site properties, ensuring seamless execution;
- Oversaw and operated audio systems throughout the venue, ensuring optimal sound quality and performance during all events.
- Executed operational audio adjustments, maintained professional and safe audio levels/mixes.
- Cabled and patched audio equipment to ensure seamless connectivity during events. while working collaboratively as a crew team member;
- Managed and supervised 15 engineers and technical staff , plus 35+ volunteers;
- Supervised and managed load-in & out of musicians, bands and rental equipment;
- Maintained inventory and maintenance records of audio equipment to support operational readiness and reliability.
- Provided equipment and labor costs estimates in preparation for events while adhering to the operating budget ranging between $500,000 to $2 million dollars annually;
- Scheduled and implemented audio needs for special events.
- Provided technical support and training for staff and volunteers for continuous learning development and encouraged employee engagement and relationships building;
- Interacted and consulted with visiting production crews to ensure successful productions;
- Maintained relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, to include national & local audio vendors, maintenance and repair professionals relative to sound, lighting and stage equipment.
- Participated and contributed to technical advice in weekly senior leader staff meetings.
- (Full-Time Evenings/Weekends)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Production and Technology
Skills
Concert management
Sound design
Project management
Budget oversight
Vendor management
Operations management
Strategic planning
Audio-visual issue resolution
Custom
Professional references available upon request
Personal Information
Title: Live Audio Engineer/Production Manager
Certification
- Dante Certification Level 1 & 2
- Pro Tool
- Waves
- Field experience in music production, postproduction, and live sound
- Proficiency with Analog and Digital Consoles
Awards
2024 Inductee The Gospel Music Hall of Fame (Audio Engineer)
Timeline
Audio Visual Technician
Maryland Stadium Anthority
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Audio Operations Manager
First Baptist Church of Glenarden
01.2009 - 01.2019Read More
Production Manager
The Experience in Lagos Nigeria
01.2007 - CurrentRead More
CEO (Entrepreneur)
Charles Harris Group, LLC
01.1987 - CurrentRead More
Full Sail University
Bachelor of Science from Music Production and Technology
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