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Nick Hanon

Nick Hanon

Bothell,WA

Summary

With 16 years of audio engineering and live production experience, my background working in various roles includes mixing FOH and monitors for concerts, special events, and guest artists in LA and Seattle. Designing, installing, and operating video systems and running broadcast and switcher as primary TD for live events and concerts with up to 9 cam ops, camera operator, and post production and studio audio engineer. I’ve recruited, trained and overseen production teams in various capacities for concerts, tours, camps, and conferences. In addition, I’ve worked closely with singer-songwriters and musicians, and have mixed and engineered music videos, podcasts, and live event content.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder/CEO

Redwood Sound Design LLC
03.2023 - Current
  • Founded and currently operate a successful audio production company specializing in podcast creation, music production, sound design, post-production audio, and live sound.
  • Oversee all business operations, including client acquisition, project management, budgeting, and staff coordination.
  • Manage the production pipeline from pre-production to final mix and master, ensuring top-tier audio quality and client satisfaction.

Co-Founder

Bad Bear Productions LLC
03.2023 - Current
  • Co-founded and manage a dynamic content production house specializing in TV shows, podcasts, live production, creative development, social content, and Youtube channel strategy, while delivering high-quality content for clients across multiple industries.
  • Oversee day-to-day business operations including client relations, project management, and budgeting, while driving the strategic direction of the company.
  • Work closely with clients to understand their vision, conceptualize creative solutions, and guide the production process from initial concept through final delivery.
  • Responsible for sound design, audio mixing, applying advanced industry tools like Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro, and Adobe Premiere to create exceptional audio-visual experiences.

Freelancer

Churchome
06.2021 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated, uploaded, and managed on-demand content across mobile apps and social media channels along with logging viewership and engagement analytics across multiple platforms.
  • Mixed and edited audio for all digital content.
  • Oversaw online streaming (workflows, execution, and troubleshooting).

Technical Director/Audio Coordinator

Churchome
09.2018 - 06.2021
  • Coordinated, uploaded, and managed on-demand content across mobile apps and social media channels along with logging viewership and engagement analytics across multiple platforms.
  • Set up, captured, and engineered audio for all digital content.
  • Oversaw & maintained all video equipment and oversaw production volunteers for video captures and weekly events.

Technical Specialist

Apple Inc
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Identified, diagnosed, and resolved all iOS hardware and software issues.
  • Addressed all customer needs/concerns and offered product or service solutions.
  • Supported customers promptly while balancing priorities to achieve individual and team productivity goals.

Shift Supervisor

Woods Coffee
07.2015 - 06.2017
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, ensuring each guest’s needs were met with professionalism, and efficiency.
  • Operated coffee machines, prepared drinks, and maintained high standards of quality and consistency.
  • Managed cash register transactions, processed payments, and balanced cash drawers with accuracy.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members, promoting teamwork and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Consistently maintained high ratings for customer satisfaction through friendly service and quick problem resolution.

Production Staff

Christ the King Community Church
01.2010 - 07.2015
  • Recruited, trained, and oversaw scheduling for new and existing production volunteers.
  • Designed, installed, and operated audio, video, and lighting systems and executed equipment upgrades and maintenance at the main campus, and four additional campuses.
  • Coordinated and oversaw production teams and coordinated with other departments for AV needs for concerts, tours, camps, and conferences.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology

North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, ID
05-2023

Certification - Audio Engineering

Academy of Recording Arts
Oklahoma City, OK
04-2009

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Strategic thinking
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurial and innovative
  • Audio mixing proficiency
  • Digital audio workstations
  • Sound engineering
  • Post-production audio

Certification

AUDINATE DANTE LEVEL 1-3 CERTIFICATION

Accomplishments

Led the growth of Churchome's YouTube channel, increasing its subscriber base from less than 1k to over 100k subscribers within 6 months. Strategized and executed content development, social media marketing, and community engagement, resulting in consistent audience growth and higher viewer engagement.Awarded the Silver YouTube Creator Award for surpassing 100,000 subscribers, a testament to the channel's success and audience impact.

Nick Hanon