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Work History
Education
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Hobbies and Interests
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Kyle Brosnan

Valencia,CA

Summary

Creative and technically skilled music student seeking an Audio Technician position at CalArts to apply audio production, live sound, and technical skills in support of student performances, recordings, and events.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Touring Musician

Lauren Records
03.2024 - Current
  • Performing as a guitarist and backing vocalist on national tours, supporting a signed artist on Lauren Records
  • Assisting with live sound checks, stage setups, and on-stage audio adjustments
  • Collaborating with sound engineers to ensure consistent sound quality across different venues

Studio Assistant

Wiggle World
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with setup and breakdown of recording sessions, including mic placement, cable management, and equipment operation
  • Operated audio equipment, including mixers, digital audio workstations, and multi-track recorders
  • Provided support to students and faculty with audio production and technical needs

Band Member & Audio Engineer

CalArts Music Program
09.2022 - Current
  • Composed, recorded, and mixed tracks for a band influenced by indie and emo music genres
  • Managed live sound setups for my band's performances, including mixing, mic placement, and soundchecks
  • Collaborated with other band members to develop a distinctive and cohesive sound

Shop Assistant

CalArts Wood and Metal Shop
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Supported students with equipment use and maintenance, enhancing organizational and technical skills
  • Assisted a wood joinery winter session

Education

Bachelor of Music - Experimental Pop

California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)
05.2025

Skills

  • Audio Production: Proficient in creating and manipulating soundscapes, layering, and mixing audio elements
  • Collaboration: Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
  • Problem-Solving: Skilled in troubleshooting technical issues quickly and effectively in high-pressure situations
  • DAWs: Proficient in Ableton Live and Pro Tools for music production, mixing, and editing
  • Audio Processing: Skilled in equalization (EQ), compression, and other dynamic processing techniques for mixing and mastering
  • Recording Techniques: Experience with multi-track recording, mic placement, and signal flow management
  • Live Sound: Knowledgeable in live sound mixing, stage setups, and equipment troubleshooting
  • Equipment Maintenance: Capable of maintaining and troubleshooting both analog and digital audio equipment

Hobbies and Interests

  • Experimental music production
  • Sound art
  • Punk rock music

Timeline

Touring Musician

Lauren Records
03.2024 - Current

Shop Assistant

CalArts Wood and Metal Shop
09.2023 - 05.2024

Studio Assistant

Wiggle World
09.2023 - Current

Band Member & Audio Engineer

CalArts Music Program
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Music - Experimental Pop

California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)
Kyle Brosnan