Marcus Berns
New York,NY
Summary
Audio Engineer seeking a position where I can apply my passion for music, confidence of ear, technical abilities, and problem-solving skills in order to achieve optimal sound quality to any audio project.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Engineer
Freelance
New York
02.2023 - Current
- Experience in studio setup, recording, live sound, and mixing
- Adept at producing high-quality sound recordings
- Edit recordings, following client specifications, and meet project deadlines
- Utilize specialized software to mix and edit sound tracks
- Check sound quality and made adjustments to compensate
- DAW experience, internet proficient, basic knowledge of recording studio operations, multitrack board operation, audio encoding/decoding, engineering, music production
- Outstanding working knowledge in the setup of audio equipment: amplifiers, soundboards, loudspeakers, microphones, and related technology
- Ability to work with others in a musical context, such as communicating ideas, solving problems, giving insight, and providing an environment for fostering creativity.
Busser/Waiter
Stonehaus
California
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated abilities in customer service, workplace cleanliness, food handling, making sure food items are delivered to the correct tables in a timely manner
- Cleaning up after customers quickly and preparing tables afterwards.
- Maintained and demonstrated professionalism in upscale work environments, displaying problem-solving skills and ability to work with lots of people at once
- Operated efficiently and diligently in high-stress situations for long hours during mornings or nights.
- Demonstrating ability to communicate with customers professionally.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding orders placed by customers.
- Provided assistance to other bussers or waitstaff when needed.
- Replenished napkins, condiments, silverware and glassware as needed.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about menu items.
- Swept floors, washed walls and windowsills, emptied trash receptacles and cleaned restrooms when needed.
- Restocking all dining room facilities, kitchen facilities, and bathrooms in a routine and timely manner.
- Assisted with dishwashing and related kitchen duties as needed during peak times.
- Sweeping, mopping, and replenishing all areas of the workplace.
Education
Audio Technology Diploma -
SAE Institute of Technology
New York, NY05.2024
Credits: Environmental Science -
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2022
Skills
- Instruments
- DAWs
- Recording
- Signal Flow
- Mixing & Mastering
- Audio Consoles
- Set Up/Breakdown
- Composing
- Outboard Gear
- Speakers/Monitors
- Audio File Organization
- Post repair/Cleanup
- Customer Service
- Google Docs
- Communication skills
- Food Handling
- Sanitation
- Multitasking
- Expediting
- Lifting Heavy Objects
- Food Running
- Table Bussing
Professionalexperience
- Bass Player/Producer/Singer-Songwriter.
- Recorded and arranged over 50 songs.
- Lifelong musician with experience in handling audio equipment such as instruments, amplifiers, mixers, and microphones.
- Hired musician for sessions including electric, acoustic, and bass guitars.
- Creative producer invited to include insight and ideas to peers' musical projects
- Talented Singer-Songwriter known for creating compelling and emotive music.
- Recorded and meticulously arranged over 500 songs across various genres.
- Playing guitar and singing in front of audiences and using my passion for music to create a moving and immersive performance
- Demonstrated attention to detail in guitar tuning, level setting, gain staging, and DAW editing
Timeline
Audio Engineer
Freelance
02.2023 - Current
Busser/Waiter
Stonehaus
05.2021 - 01.2023
Audio Technology Diploma -
SAE Institute of Technology
Credits: Environmental Science -
University of Oregon