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Marcus Davis

Glencoe,IL

Summary

Seasoned audio professional with background in sound mixing, recording, and post-production. Known for delivering high-quality audio projects through effective teamwork and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and flexible, with strong focus on achieving results, ensuring seamless audio experiences through advanced technical skills and collaborative approach.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Audio Engineer

Freelance
07.2017 - Current
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events.
  • Enhanced live performances by skillfully mixing and balancing audio levels for optimal sound quality.
  • Proactively addressed potential acoustic challenges before they became issues during shows or events.
  • Managed stage volume levels to achieve an ideal balance between performers and audience members, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Adapted quickly to changing circumstances at events, making real-time adjustments as needed for optimal sound quality.
  • Troubleshot and resolved technical issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to live performances.
  • Improved overall sound quality by carefully selecting appropriate microphones based on the specific needs of each performance.
  • Provided clear communication between performers, production team members, and venue staff to ensure smooth event execution.
  • Collaborated with event planners to provide tailored audio solutions, ensuring successful events.
  • Managed Union and Local crews while optimizing workflow and productivity

Lead Audio Engineer

Encore
01.2012 - 07.2017
  • Established excellent rapport with clients through strong communication skills, fostering long-term relationships and repeat business opportunities.
  • Delivered superior sound design by creating custom effects and implementing creative solutions to audio challenges.
  • Coordinated with video editors to synchronize visuals and audio seamlessly, enhancing the overall viewer experience.
  • Educated team of junior technicians, delivering guidance and mentorship that enhanced skills and overall output quality.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and industry standards.
  • Established a reputation for reliability by consistently meeting project deadlines without sacrificing quality standards.
  • Led cross-functional teams in the execution of large-scale audio-visual productions, ensuring seamless integration of audio components.
  • Maximized system performance through regular maintenance checks and equipment upgrades when necessary.
  • Delivered clean, professional mixes by skillfully balancing levels, equalization, compression, reverb, and other effects as needed.
  • Managed high-pressure situations with multiple deadlines, ensuring timely completion of all projects.
  • Consistently met client expectations, fostering strong professional relationships and securing repeat business.

Audio Engineer

Lima Lima Club
03.2009 - 11.2011
    • Set up and tested equipment prior to events.
    • Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
    • Delivered top-notch audio content by skillfully mixing live performances to meet band and club specifications.
    • Elevated overall acoustic experience at live events through precise sound system calibration and monitoring techniques.
    • Supported artists'' performances by designing and implementing tailored sound environments for live events.

Audio Technician

Creative Technology
04.2005 - 01.2008
  • Established and assessed equipment ahead of events.
  • Safely transported valuable audio equipment between venues while ensuring proper setup upon arrival.
  • Proactively addressed potential acoustic challenges before they became issues during shows or events.
  • Reduced setup times significantly by efficiently organizing and managing audio equipment inventory.
  • Troubleshot and resolved technical issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to live performances.
  • Collaborated with event planners to provide tailored audio solutions, ensuring successful events.
  • Consistently met deadlines by effectively prioritizing tasks and working under pressure during time-sensitive events.

Education

Associates Degree - Audio

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
01-1991

Skills

  • Audio mixing proficiency
  • Managing sound quality
  • Equipment setup
  • Audio mixers
  • Monitor engineering
  • Audio routing
  • Power distribution
  • Intercom systems
  • Load-in and out procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Client relations

Timeline

Audio Engineer

Freelance
07.2017 - Current

Lead Audio Engineer

Encore
01.2012 - 07.2017

Audio Engineer

Lima Lima Club
03.2009 - 11.2011

Audio Technician

Creative Technology
04.2005 - 01.2008

Associates Degree - Audio

Full Sail University

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