Damian Schickler
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Versatile Audio Technician recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Capable of managing complex audio systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring top-quality sound production. Specialized skills include sound mixing, equipment maintenance, and live event support. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to deliver outstanding audio experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Technician/Engineer
Freelance
08.2023 - Current
- Advise clients on best practices for producing high-quality recordings.
- Adjust sound levels to ensure optimal sound quality during recording sessions or live performances.
- Supervised crew of audio-video installation team members and third-party subcontractors.
- Test audio systems before each event to make sure they are functioning properly.
- Installed speakers, sound boards, wires and cable setups to deliver sound presentations.
- Placed microphones in specific locations to maximize audio quality.
- Set up and operate audio equipment for live events, such as microphones, sound speakers, mixing boards, and digital recorders.
Stage Hand
IATSE Local 142 & Sound Associates
Mobile , AL
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Operated lighting and sound equipment during live events, maintaining optimal performance standards.
- Assisted with the installation of audio-visual systems in venues.
- Managed inventory of stage equipment and supplies, ensuring availability and condition for use.
Server
Sonic Drive In
Mobile, AL
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Seafood Processor
D.I.P Seafood
Dauphin Island Parkway, AL
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Clean, cook, and organize various seafood.
- Properly stored meat to decrease waste and increase product freshness span.
- Processed fresh meat items in walk-in cooler.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Entertainment Arts in Sound And Recording
University Of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg MS08-2023
Associate of Arts - Music
Coastal Alabama Community College
Fairhope, AL05-2022
Skills
- Live sound mixing
- Digital console operation
- Monitor mixing
- Advanced signal flow
- RF coordination
- Digital audio workstations
- Audio editing and synthesis
- Speaker calibration
- Midas M32
- Midas Pro 2
- Yamaha DM3
- Avid S6L
Affiliations
- Studies audio equipment and physics with sound and audio processing, used to build guitar pedals and gear
- Frequently reads
- Creates music and plays with others
- Helps my university by presenting jobs, skills and workflow within the live sound class
Accomplishments
- Offered several Honor Societies. Currently, in the Phi Theta Kappa honor society with an honors scholarship
- Multiple music scholarships
- Moved up incredibly fast within my career
Timeline
Audio Technician/Engineer
Freelance
08.2023 - Current
Stage Hand
IATSE Local 142 & Sound Associates
07.2022 - 08.2023
Server
Sonic Drive In
12.2020 - 03.2021
Seafood Processor
D.I.P Seafood
05.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Media Entertainment Arts in Sound And Recording
University Of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Arts - Music
Coastal Alabama Community College
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