Raj Will
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated audio and production professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Engineer & Producer
Beyond Average Sound
Los Angeles, CA
01.2014 - Current
- Provide audio post production, sound design, music production and composition to independent as well as major film producers and broadcast companies for use of social media and live entertainment
- Independently contracted Pro Tools recording, mixing engineer and content producer
- Credits Include: Fox TV Show “Empire”, MTV’s “Real World”, E Network “Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami” & “Keeping Up With The Kardashians”, Oxygen Network “Bad Girls Club”, Issa Rae Productions, Ne-Yo, Keith Sweat
Head of Audio & Executive Producer
The Mic House Studios
Hollywood, CA
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Responsible for creating and overseeing production process of podcasts and live music events for recording and multi-media studio in Hollywood, CA.
- Generated original ideas from research to form solutions for team concepts to be followed through
- Audio engineer and editor for all podcasts and shows
- Led a team of 20 engineers and videographers focused on a common goal to produce great content
FOH Engineer & Audio Supervisor
Zoe Christian Fellowship
Whittier, CA
01.2015 - 08.2020
- Provided technical and operational support services in close contact with internal operations management of Sunday productions and special events
- Oversaw audio department to provide quality sound at church venue for band, praise team, public speakers and audience experience using Digico SD8 Console
- In direct communication with executives to reach goals of improvement and overall functionality of sound for front of house, broadcast streaming and live customer relations
- Provide leadership and training to audio team
- Collaborated with directors and camera crews to lay out filming sequences and equipment requirements.
Stage Manager
AEGWorldwide
Carson, CA
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Framed and executed live camera shots for Galaxy TV while coordinating contestants, in-game host, mascot and promo team
- Manage pre-game and halftime entertainment from field level
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
Studio Manager
Compound Entertainment
Burbank, CA
03.2014 - 10.2016
- Assisted in recording studio management and operation for record label owned facility representing R&B artist/songwriter Ne-Yo
- Liaison between in-house producers and studio management to coordinate weekly schedules
- Established professional communication with producers, songwriters, artists and label executives
- In-House audio engineer providing assistance in recording songwriters, sound fx editing, sound design and music production for television and film
Education
Associate of Arts - Recording Arts
Los Angeles Recording School
Los Angeles, CA08.2013
Skills
- Operating audio, recording and video equipment
- Video Production
- Ability to plan and organize; set priorities, multi-task and meet tight deadlines
- Excellent Communication
- Live Events Management
- Customer Relations
- Sound Editing and control console operation
- Audio Mixers
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Managing sound quality
- Pro Tools expertise
- Problem Solver
- Team Building & Development
- Confidence to pursue information to overcome obstacles
- Knowledge of industry regulations in radio broadcast, recorded music and sync licensing
Timeline
Head of Audio & Executive Producer
The Mic House Studios
08.2020 - 12.2021
Stage Manager
AEGWorldwide
02.2019 - 02.2020
FOH Engineer & Audio Supervisor
Zoe Christian Fellowship
01.2015 - 08.2020
Studio Manager
Compound Entertainment
03.2014 - 10.2016
Audio Engineer & Producer
Beyond Average Sound
01.2014 - Current
Associate of Arts - Recording Arts
Los Angeles Recording School