Open To Work
Daryl Eakins
Audio Engineer
Wheat Ridge,CO
Summary
Dynamic audio engineer with a proven track record at Kroenke Sports Enterprises, specializing in high-quality sound design and mixing. Expert in Pro Tools and live production, I excel in project coordination and team leadership, delivering award-winning audio for diverse projects while ensuring optimal sound quality and engaging narratives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Audio Engineer
Frequency Mgmt Studios
Wheat Ridge, CO
12.2009 - Current
- Produced award-winning sound design for Midnight Mission – IF4 winning film.
- Developed comprehensive sound design and mixing for multiple projects, achieving high-quality audio results.
- Created cohesive sonic themes from silence, enhancing overall narrative impact.
- Managed diverse audio sources with dynamic processing, ensuring optimal sound balance across projects.
- Collaborated with employers and ad-based clients, aligning project goals and enhancing audio quality.
- Delivered complete sound design and mixing for Mako – IF4 entry.
- Executed full sound design and mixing for Confluentus – IF4 entry.
- Completed sound design and mixing for projects including Modern Nymphing II and Fly Fusion web series, contributing to overall production quality.
Audio Engineer
Kroenke Sports Enterprises - Media Ventures (Altitude Sports & Entertainment)
Centennial, CO
08.2007 - 04.2022
- Managed routing, mixing, and quality control for live television production of Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, and Colorado Rapids.
- Managed audio signal flow and organization for multiple shows, ensuring seamless production transitions.
- Mixed, edited, and designed sound for all in-house productions using Digital Performer, outputting to video editing platforms.
- Tracked live bands on Alesis HD24, mixing and mastering songs to meet tight deadlines for 'On Stage' television music series.
- Assumed producer responsibilities for 'Altitude Extra' and 'On Stage,' overseeing tracking, editing, and mixing in Digital Performer and Pro Tools.
- Produced voiceovers for Altitude Radio, curating tracks to enhance engagement in radio segments and team podcasts.
- Recommended, researched, purchased, and implemented an audio post room to enhance audio standards for in-house productions.
- Achieved Pro Tools certification and gained experience tracking and mixing across various DAW formats including Adobe Audition and Peak LE.
A1/A2-Freelance
Stadium Management LLC - "Thundervision"
Denver, CO
12.2004 - 09.2009
- Set up and mixed live audio for 76,000 attendees at Denver Broncos games.
- Mixed live sound for corporate events, delivering high-quality audio experience for Denver Outlaws.
- Managed setup, troubleshooting, and breakdown of live sound production, ensuring smooth operations.
- Configured P.A. systems and PowerPoint stations, facilitating seamless presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Audio Production
The Conservatory of Recording Arts And Sciences
Tempe, AZ08-2004
Skills
- Audio software proficiency:
- Proficient with pro tools
- Digital audio software
- Post-production expertise
- Audio editing
- Mixing techniques
- Sound design expertise
- Video audio production
- Field recording
- Frequency management expertise
- Peak audio management
- Live television production
- Film and voiceover experience
- Project management
- Project coordination
- Audio quality control
- Creative troubleshooting
- Collaboration techniques
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Owner/Audio Engineer
Frequency Mgmt Studios
12.2009 - Current
Audio Engineer
Kroenke Sports Enterprises - Media Ventures (Altitude Sports & Entertainment)
08.2007 - 04.2022
A1/A2-Freelance
Stadium Management LLC - "Thundervision"
12.2004 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Audio Production
The Conservatory of Recording Arts And Sciences