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CLAUDE M Nzabagiza

Urbandale,IA

Summary

Dynamic sound mixer with a proven track record at Shalom Covenant Church, excelling in live sound reinforcement and post-production. Recognized for enhancing audio quality and mentoring team members, fostering collaboration. Skilled in equalization techniques and equipment selection, consistently achieving project goals while ensuring a supportive environment for growth.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sound Mixer

Shalom Covenant Church
11.2023 - Current
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
  • Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
  • Assisted in budget management by providing accurate estimates for required audio equipment rentals or purchases needed per project.
  • Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a collaborative atmosphere conducive to achieving project goals.
  • Mentored junior team members on best practices in sound mixing, fostering growth within the production team''s capabilities.

Warehouse Packager

Anderson Equipment
02.2024 - 08.2025
  • Reduced returns due to damaged goods through thorough inspection of products before packaging them securely.
  • Ensured accuracy in order fulfillment by carefully picking items according to pick lists.
  • Streamlined workflow by assembling boxes and prepping materials ahead of time.
  • Enhanced workplace safety through adherence to established protocols while operating equipment.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding daily production quotas.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely order processing and attention to detail in packaging.

Sunday School Volunteer

Philadelphia Church
01.2018 - 11.2023
  • Served as a positive role model to children by exemplifying strong moral values and demonstrating kindness, patience, and understanding in all interactions.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, fostering open communication and trust.
  • Developed age-appropriate lessons focused on biblical teachings while addressing real-life situations faced by today''s youth.
  • Worked closely with parents to address any concerns or issues related to their child''s faith development.
  • Built lasting relationships with students and their families, fostering a sense of belonging within the faith community.
  • Led prayer circles before each session began, establishing a calming atmosphere conducive for spiritual learning.

Education

Associate of Arts - HVAC

Iowa Lakes Community College
Estherville, IA

Associate of Applied Science - Information Management

University Lumiere
Bujumbura, Burundi

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Post-production
  • Live sound reinforcement
  • Equalization techniques
  • Microphone placement strategies
  • Dialogue mixing
  • Computer synthesizing
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Team building
  • Selecting equipment

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Full Professional
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Kinyarwanda
Native or Bilingual
Kirundi
Full Professional

Timeline

Warehouse Packager

Anderson Equipment
02.2024 - 08.2025

Sound Mixer

Shalom Covenant Church
11.2023 - Current

Sunday School Volunteer

Philadelphia Church
01.2018 - 11.2023

Associate of Arts - HVAC

Iowa Lakes Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Information Management

University Lumiere

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