Rachel Gates
Troy,NY
Summary
Energetic and creative with a passion for crafting immersive audio experiences. Developed skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, being adept at both foley artistry and music composition. Well-versed in principles of sound design and proficient in audio editing software and sound mixing techniques. Committed to delivering high-quality soundscapes that elevate audience's experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
AUDIO CHIEF/FRONT OF HOUSE
Union Showtechs
Troy, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of on-campus events and showcases.
- Planned, set up, and oversaw sound systems designed to enhance a wide variety of acoustical spaces, tailoring them to performers' needs.
CHIEF AUDIO ENGINEER
Rensselaer Music Association
Troy, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Set up, maintained, and trained studio assistants on a new stereo mixing & monitoring setup.
- Oversaw various studio sessions, having collaborated with over 8 student music groups to determine and achieve the desired sound for productions.
ASSISTANT AUDIO ENGINEER
EMPAC (Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center)
Troy, NY
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Assisted over 60 residential artists, exhibits, and performances through setting up audio equipment, recording events, and mixing in front of house.
- Participated in acoustic research, previously collecting various ambisonic recordings of EMPAC's concert hall to recreate its acoustic space within a studio Dolby Atmos setup.
- Maintained audio equipment and cables, altering/repairing gear that needed maintenance via soldering.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game Simulation Arts And Sciences, Music
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY05.2026
Skills
- Unity Engine
- Unreal Engine
- Audio Middleware (Wwise, Fmod)
- C# Coding
- Visual Scripting
- Sound Design
- Foley Recording
- Field Recording
- Avid ProTools
- FL Studio
- Musical Composition
- Musical Score Arrangement
- Live Performance (Bass, Percussion)
- Session/Live Mixing
- Game Design
Accomplishments
•Sound Designer for Lantern Light: A first-person horror game which officially released its demo in December 2025.
Timeline
AUDIO CHIEF/FRONT OF HOUSE
Union Showtechs
10.2024 - Current
CHIEF AUDIO ENGINEER
Rensselaer Music Association
03.2024 - Current
ASSISTANT AUDIO ENGINEER
EMPAC (Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center)
03.2023 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Game Simulation Arts And Sciences, Music
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute