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Eric VanLandingham

Eric VanLandingham

Vassar,Michigan

Summary

I am a versatile professional with a strong foundation in audio technology, software quality assurance, and customer support. As a key contributor to Cherry Audio and Acoustica, I ensure exceptional product quality through meticulous testing of synthesizer plugins and DAWs, while providing top-tier support across various channels. Operating from my professional recording studio, I bring expertise in recording, editing, and analyzing audio and video, along with creating audio loops, MIDI files, and impulse response files that enhance product offerings. With hands-on experience testing thousands of industry-leading VST and VST3 plugins, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality results and an outstanding user experience.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Quality Assurance Specialist & Support

Cherry Audio
Oakhurts, CA
06.2024 - Current
  • At Cherry Audio, a leading developer of acclaimed replica synthesizer plugins, I ensure top-tier product quality through meticulous testing
  • Provide customer support via help desk channels and social media platforms
  • Create audio and video marketing content

Software Quality Assurance Specialist & Support

Acoustica
Oakhurst, CA
06.2006 - Current
  • At Acoustica, creators of the Mixcraft DAW, I contribute to software design
  • Quality assurance
  • Provide technical support via helpdesk and social media
  • Produce marketing audio and video content
  • Create audio loops, MIDI files, and impulse response files for seamless integration into our products, enhancing the user experience.

Studio Engineer

Michigan Audiolab
Vassar, MI
01.2002 - Current
  • I am the owner/operator of the studio
  • The studio is where I work for Acoustica and Cherry audio, remotely.
  • I perform daily tasks including recording, editing, and analyzing audio and video to ensure top-quality outcomes.
  • Rigorously test thousands of the world's most popular VST and VST3 plugins
  • Leveraging my expertise to evaluate and enhance software performance and compatibility.

Network and Computer Administrator

Tuscola County Information Systems
Caro, MI
06.2001 - 06.2011
  • Build and maintain a network structure.
  • Build and maintain Windows-based PCs for all county departments.
  • Build and maintain the county website and server

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Networking

Davenport University
Caro, MI

Skills

  • System debugging
  • Application audits
  • Correction action planning
  • Sampling
  • Performance monitoring
  • Testing feasibility
  • Usability testing
  • Customer service
  • Quality assurance
  • Performance testing
  • Finished product inspection
  • Software testing
  • Production optimization
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Test planning
  • Testing efficiency
  • Application testing
  • Analog gear operation
  • Studio management
  • Digital audio workstations
  • Virtual instruments
  • Audio mastering
  • Session planning
  • Signal processing
  • Microphone techniques
  • Music theory
  • Music composition
  • Recording techniques
  • Sound design
  • Acoustic treatment
  • Music production software

Affiliations

  • Family activities
  • Playing, writing music
  • Video games
  • Outdoor activities

Timeline

Software Quality Assurance Specialist & Support

Cherry Audio
06.2024 - Current

Software Quality Assurance Specialist & Support

Acoustica
06.2006 - Current

Studio Engineer

Michigan Audiolab
01.2002 - Current

Network and Computer Administrator

Tuscola County Information Systems
06.2001 - 06.2011

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Networking

Davenport University
Eric VanLandingham