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Luigi Giraldo

Luigi Giraldo

Miami,FL

Summary

Proficient Recording and Mixing Engineer with expertise in Pro Tools and sound design. Demonstrated ability to enhance audio quality and mentor junior engineers. His abilities extend but not limited to , Music Production, Songwriting, Composing and Arranging.

Overview

1
1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Recording and Mixing Engineer

RedOne Productions
Los Angeles, CA
11.2018 - Current
  • Managed mixing sessions, ensuring optimal sound quality and alignment with artistic vision.
  • Collaborated with artists and producers to refine audio tracks for final production.
  • Utilized Pro Tools , Cubase, Ableton Live and Logic Pro for advanced audio editing and sound enhancement.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on techniques and industry best practices.
  • Led troubleshooting efforts during recording sessions to resolve technical issues promptly.
  • Conducted critical listening assessments to ensure consistency across multiple mixes.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently while adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality standards.
  • Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
  • Worked with video editors to synchronize audio with video segments.
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
  • Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
  • Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
  • Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
  • Mixed and edited audio for live and recording events.
  • Collaborated with artists, producers and engineers to create audio recordings.
  • Developed and implemented efficient workflows to streamline the mixing process.

Recording and Mixing Engineer/ Producer/Songwriter

Poison Music
Miami, FL
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Engineered high-quality audio mixes for diverse music genres, ensuring clarity and balance.
  • Collaborated with artists and producers to achieve desired soundscapes.
  • Utilized Pro Tools and Logic Pro for efficient mixing workflows.
  • Conducted critical listening sessions to refine mixes based on feedback.
  • Worked with International Artist like Nicky Jam, Maluma, Echo , Alex Campos, L'Artiste , and Farina

Recording and Mixing Engineer/Producer/Singer Songwriter

Kumbia Kings Inc
Corpus Christi, TX
08.1998 - 08.2018
  • Engineered high-quality sound mixes for various genres, ensuring artistic vision was realized.
  • Collaborated with producers and artists to optimize audio quality and achieve desired outcomes.
  • Operated advanced mixing consoles and digital audio workstations to enhance production efficiency.
  • Conducted extensive audio editing, refining tracks for clarity and cohesiveness in final products.
  • Developed innovative mixing strategies that improved overall sound quality and listener experience.
  • Forged strong professional relationships with clients, fostering trust and repeat business opportunities.
  • Enhanced audio quality by expertly adjusting levels and equalization for various projects.
  • Communicated with record pools, record labels, radio stations and DJ coalitions for song placement and artist branding.
  • Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
  • Worked , produced and mixed recordings with A.B Quintanilla III , Kumbia Kings, Kumbia All Starz, Tiffany Darwish, Ricky Martin, Thalia, Sergio George, Sin Bandera, La Maldita Vecindad, Ximena Sariñana, Belanova, Mattisse, Emilio Estefan,Paty Manterola, Pilar Montenegro, Gilberto Aracely Arambula, Santa Rosa, Jon Secada, Enanitos Verdes, Arturo Peniche, Ozomatli, Chris Perez Band. Guardianes del Amor, Millie, Fito Olivares, Shaila Durcal, Christian Castro, Ana Barbara, Paulina Rubio, Alicia Villarreal, Belinda, El Tri, Intocable, Voltio, Juan Gabriel, Frankie J, DJ Kane, Jennifer Peña, Veronica Castro, Reily, Margarita La Diosa de la Cumbia, DJ Flex, Jorge Celedon, Sheila E, Vico C. Alex Syntek, Yuri, Banda Cuisillos, Valeria Gastaldi, Lucero, Toby Love. and Frankie Negron,

Recording and Mixing Engineer

KC Porter
Los Angeles, CA
03.1996 - 07.1997
  • Engineered high-quality mixes for diverse musical genres, ensuring client satisfaction and artistic vision realization.
  • Collaborated with artists and producers to refine sound elements, enhancing overall production quality.
  • Operated advanced mixing consoles and audio software, maintaining optimal performance and reliability during sessions.
  • Implemented new mixing techniques that improved workflow efficiency and sound clarity across projects.'
  • Worked with Grammy Winner and International award Producers K.C Porter and Marco Flores on the production of albums for Ricky Martin, Millie, Barrio Boyz, Robi Rosa, Kabah and Mestizzo.

Recording and Mixing Engineer

Hot Tin Roof Studios
Los Angeles, CA
07.1994 - 03.1995
  • Implemented new mixing techniques that improved workflow efficiency and sound clarity across projects.
  • Mentored junior engineers in best practices, fostering skill development and promoting team collaboration.
  • Analyzed sound recordings to troubleshoot issues, ensuring consistent audio quality throughout productions.
  • Led project meetings to discuss creative direction, aligning team efforts with client expectations and deadlines.

Artist/Songwriter/Band Leader

Los Fantasmas Del Caribe
Mexico City
11.1989 - 03.1995

Keyboard Player, singer and music director of the Venezuelan Super Group Los Fantasmas del Caribe. Sold over 2000000 Copies and tour the whole continent playin to crowds of over 90000 people, in places as important as The Viña del Mar Festival, Siempre en Domingo, Premio Lo nuestro among others.

Education

Associate of Science - Advertising And Marketing

Instituto Universitario De Nuevas Profesiones
Caracas Venezuela
08.1990

Mixing And Mastering With Roger Nichols - Mixing And Mastering

ProMedia Training
Miami, FL
02.2006

Expert - D Control Mixing Board

Avid
07.2005

Expert - Pro Tools

Avid
03.2005

Associate of Science - Arranging And Orchestration

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA
07.1992

Skills

  • Pro Tools Expert
  • Cubase Expert
  • Logic Pro Expert
  • Ableton Live Exit
  • Melodyne
  • Vocalign
  • Nuendo
  • Wavelab
  • Vienna Ensamble Pro
  • Session preparation
  • Analog equipment operation
  • File organization
  • Digital audio workstations
  • Audio mixing techniques
  • Sound design
  • Automation techniques
  • Audio editing
  • Microphone placement
  • Reverb and delay
  • Reference mixing
  • Summing techniques
  • Sidechain compression
  • Multiband compression
  • Distortion and saturation
  • Drum replacement
  • Vocal tuning
  • Master bus processing
  • Stereo imaging
  • Voice recording
  • In-studio recording
  • Audio editing and synthesis
  • Sound engineering
  • Pro tools expertise

Certification

  • CEA - Certified Audio Engineer
  • Avid Pro Tools Expert
  • Avid D Control Expert
  • Berklee College of Music Arranger and Orchestrator
  • IUNP Advertising and Merchandising

Languages

English
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Recording and Mixing Engineer

RedOne Productions
11.2018 - Current

Recording and Mixing Engineer/ Producer/Songwriter

Poison Music
08.2017 - 11.2018

Recording and Mixing Engineer/Producer/Singer Songwriter

Kumbia Kings Inc
08.1998 - 08.2018

Recording and Mixing Engineer

KC Porter
03.1996 - 07.1997

Recording and Mixing Engineer

Hot Tin Roof Studios
07.1994 - 03.1995

Artist/Songwriter/Band Leader

Los Fantasmas Del Caribe
11.1989 - 03.1995

Mixing And Mastering With Roger Nichols - Mixing And Mastering

ProMedia Training

Associate of Science - Advertising And Marketing

Instituto Universitario De Nuevas Profesiones

Expert - D Control Mixing Board

Avid

Expert - Pro Tools

Avid

Associate of Science - Arranging And Orchestration

Berklee College of Music