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Jashawn Smith

Jashawn Smith

Chicago,IL

Summary

Highly motivated and detail oriented audio engineer and art and music educator with a strong passion for delivering exceptional sound quality and creative learning experiences. Skilled in setting up and operating audio equipment, editing and mixing recordings, and designing engaging lessons that foster creativity and artistic expression. Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues, manage classroom environments, collaborate effectively with clients, students, and team members, and implement innovative strategies that enhance both audio production and student learning outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audio Engineer

Jungle Lords Inc.
01.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated and edited/mixed audio tracks.
  • Managed equipment setup and breakdown for recording sessions.
  • Shadowed senior engineers to gain insights into strategic audio production decisions.
  • Gaining professional relationships with clients/guests and providing positive guest experience.

Career and Technical Educator

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
01.2021 - Current
  • Planned and delivered engaging art and music lessons that supported creativity, skill development, and student expression across grade levels.
  • Managed classroom environment and student behavior while fostering a positive, inclusive, and structured learning space.
  • Assessed student progress through projects and performances, providing feedback to support growth and achievement.

Live Sound Engineer

3RD Dimension Performance Group
01.2019 - Current
  • Worked in '1619: The Journey of a People' play write written and produced by Theodore Williams III.
  • Front of house engineer for live productions.
  • Assisted stage manager/stagehand.
  • Duties included seating guests, placing mics on performers, mixing/leveling sound cues.

Education

Associates in Arts -

City Colleges of Chicago

Audio Diploma - undefined

SAE Institute

Bachelor of Science - Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2026

Skills

  • AUDIO RECORDING AND MIXING
  • PODCAST PRODUCTION
  • LIVE SOUND ENGINEERING
  • TEAM COLLABORATION AND LEADERSHIP
  • KNOWLEDGE OF INDUSTRY-STANDARD DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATIONS

Certification

  • Dante Level 1(2nd Ed)
  • Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement
  • Career and Technical Educator Endorsement

BACKGROUND

  • Served as a teacher assistant at Kennedy King College for Dept. Chairperson, Theodore Williams III
  • Former front end supervisor at Food4Less
  • Educator in Chicago Public Schools since 2021

Timeline

Audio Engineer

Jungle Lords Inc.
01.2024 - Current

Career and Technical Educator

Chicago Public Schools
01.2021 - Current

Live Sound Engineer

3RD Dimension Performance Group
01.2019 - Current

Audio Diploma - undefined

SAE Institute

Associates in Arts -

City Colleges of Chicago

Bachelor of Science - Education

Grand Canyon University