Laurie A. Olson

• Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
• Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
• Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
• Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
• Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
• Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
• Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
• Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
• Oversaw reservation and distribution of AV equipment and facilities for on-site presentations.
• Controlled video input for live conferences or performances and pre-recorded productions.

Key Achievement/Projects

• Introduced a new and efficient protocol for equipment use to new employees.
• Chosen to assist professional sound engineers for well known artists' concerts.

• Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
• Encouraged creativity and self-discovery through experimentation with musical instruments.
• Created relaxed environment and built strong rapport with students and families, resulting in more productive lessons.
• Provided students with written and recorded material to organize home practice sessions.
• Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
• Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
• Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
• Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
• Facilitated learning of various self-enrichment topics through detailed lesson plans.
• Advised students on selecting and developing effective study habits for self-enrichment topics.

Key Achievement/Projects

• All students were able to perform for their concerts
• Increase of students turning in their practice cards from half of the class to the entire class.