Marquese Rhoden
Newark,NJ
Summary
Highly-ambitious sound technician with a desire in being challenged and the ability to learn and adapt quickly. Well-versed in mixing, post-production audio editing, system installs/rack building, and cable routing. Three years of experience in console mixing for live audio and two years of experience as an A2.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audio Technician
Public Theater
Manhattan, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared professional audio system for theater shows based on sound designer and crew lead's specifications. Executed tasks such as hanging/dropping speakers, wrapping cables, assisting in band rehearsal and maintaining RF equipment. Also responsible for audio gear maintenance and adhering to basic theater safety practices.
- Credits: "Dark Disabled-Stories", “SHADOW/LAND” (Shop Prep at Masque Sound), “The Harder They Come” (Shop Prep at Masque Sound), “Hamlet”, “The Tempest”, "Manahatta", "Jordans", "Sally & Tom", and “Comedy Of Errors” Mobile Unit tour
Audio Technician
Freelance
New York, NY
06.2022 - Current
- Sub A1 for "SAW The Musical: New York" (AMT Theater)
- A2 at MCC Theater
- Sub A1 at New World Stages for "Stalker"
- AV Technician/Audio Engineer at Five OHM
Audio Technician/DJ
Precision Arts
Various Locations
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated expertise in managing sound equipment/inventory, loading, unloading, and transferring gear between venues while traveling to different cities
- Curated a distinct music selection for dance competitions using VirtualDJ, while also announcing important information as the DJ.
Shop Technician (as an Apprentice)
PRG
Secaucus, NJ
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently and accurately.
- Executed building signal processing racks with applied knowledge of networking, cable routing, and signal flow.
- Tested gear before and after use, ensuring proper organization and conducting necessary maintenance and servicing.
- Communicated with project manager in order to fulfill project the way it was intended
- Worked alongside a sound designer and project manager in shop prep for productions such as “Jersey Boys” and “Spain”.
Studio/Live Audio Engineer (Work Study)
Donald M. Payne Sr School Of Technology
Newark, NJ
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Operated Behringer X32 console (while using DANTE) for live show mixes
- Oversaw studio sessions, produce and analyze audio recordings from a professional standpoint.
- Participated in crew load-ins and load-outs for school recitals, musicals, and other performances
- Utilized professional techniques to process and mix/master studio recordings
Education
Associate Of Arts - Stagecraft & Electrics
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ11-2022
High School Diploma - Audio Production & Music Composition
Donald M Payne Sr. School Of Technology
Newark, NJ06-2022
Skills
- Sound Engineering
- Power Distribution
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Cable routing/patching
- Building signal processing racks
- Situational awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- Behringer X32
- Midas M32
- Soldering and terminating cables
- Shure Sennheiser DANTE Focusrite Meyer Sound ClearCom Yamaha DPA VirtualDJ Logic Pro X QLab Midas
Certification
- DANTE Certification (Level 1)
- NOCTI Performing Arts Certification
- OSHA-30 Certification
- Training in Extron AV solutions
- SHURE Audio Institute - Introduction to Wireless Audio for Film & TV - Skill Seeker: Live Sound Mixing Terms - Skill Seeker: Polar Pattern
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Audio Technician/DJ
Precision Arts
01.2024 - 05.2024
Audio Technician
Public Theater
11.2022 - Current
Audio Technician
Freelance
06.2022 - Current
Shop Technician (as an Apprentice)
PRG
06.2022 - 11.2022
Studio/Live Audio Engineer (Work Study)
Donald M. Payne Sr School Of Technology
09.2020 - 06.2022
Associate Of Arts - Stagecraft & Electrics
Bergen Community College
High School Diploma - Audio Production & Music Composition
Donald M Payne Sr. School Of Technology
- DANTE Certification (Level 1)
- NOCTI Performing Arts Certification
- OSHA-30 Certification
- Training in Extron AV solutions
- SHURE Audio Institute - Introduction to Wireless Audio for Film & TV - Skill Seeker: Live Sound Mixing Terms - Skill Seeker: Polar Pattern
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