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Dax Cranmer
Open To Work

Dax Cranmer

sound
Iron Station,NC

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Sound EngineerSound EngineerMixing EngineerConcert Monitor Engineer

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Charlotte, NCRock Hill, SC
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $85000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Summary

Dynamic Sound Engineer with extensive experience at Lake Shore Sounds,and with Kottonmouth, adept at mixing sound input and managing sound quality. Proven track record of enhancing audio experiences and securing repeat business through exceptional troubleshooting, communication skills and great sound. Committed to delivering high-quality sound for live events while maintaining a positive atmosphere among team members.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sound Engineer

Kottonmouth
05.2023 - Current
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality sound for variety of clients.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during live events
  • Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events
  • Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
  • Improved overall project outcomes through proactive troubleshooting of any arising technical issues or obstacles during live events
  • Supported musicians before live gig starts by offering technical expertise and ensuring optimal acoustics.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during live gigs to produce desired outcomes.
  • Maintained a positive working atmosphere throughout long hours on show day by encouraging open communication amongst band members

Sound Engineer

Lake Shore Sounds
06.2020 - Current
  • Load equipment from warehouse to trailer for the events, and checking that the team has all equipment we need for smooth setup, usually bringing more than needed incase of any troubleshooting or equipment failure.
  • Assisted in the setup and breakdown of audio equipment for various events, ensuring timely and efficient preparation.
  • unload trailer at event site, making sure everything we need is out of trailer to ensure less trips back and forth away from site, ensuring everyone is on the same communication level and smoother and potentially quicker setup time to meet deadlines
  • running power cables to designated areas in a neat and clean sense, that ensures little-to-no trip hazards. What potential trip hazards remain are either cable ramped, taped down, or tucked away under skirting.
  • XLR cables are ran to designated microphone or amp cab, out of the way of musicians playing, ensuring a neat stage.
  • All XLR cables are to be wrapped under/over to ensure the quality of cable and longevity of usage, and stored in appropriate case at the end of the gig
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients..
  • Provided on-site support at various venues, coordinating with venue staff to ensure smooth execution of live events from an audio perspective.
  • Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances.
  • Secured repeat business from satisfied clients due to consistently exceeding expectations in sound quality and professionalism.
  • Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events.
  • Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for various events.
  • Reduced audio issues during live performances by conducting thorough sound checks and addressing potential problems before shows.
  • Maintained a positive working atmosphere throughout long hours on the event site by encouraging open communication amongst team members.
  • Increased client satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving any technical issues that arose during live events.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Lincoln High School
Denver

Skills

  • live sound
  • microphone placement
  • effects mixing
  • pro tools

  • Front Of House
  • mixing
  • Monitor mixing
  • Troubleshooting

Accomplishments

I am the guy everyone calls for their shows in my area. Most of my weekends are stacked with shows. I could have 4-5 shows from Friday to Sunday if the schedules line up right. Started as a stagehand in 2020 and quickly started learning more and more through companies, that at a point i knew enough that i could step to the local bands and bring life back to the sound for the young guys. That's basically how Kottonmouth started. the singer knew i ran good sound and invited me to practice sessions and work on the members sounds individually, then as a whole in an entire mix. from there first public show they already had good sound, from what i taught them more about sound, and how i mix them live for shows.

Certification

I have an audio engineering certificate, credited by avid, that I received from GAT3 Studios, through their engineering program.

Timeline

Sound Engineer

Kottonmouth
05.2023 - Current

Sound Engineer

Lake Shore Sounds
06.2020 - Current

High School Diploma -

East Lincoln High School