Ronald Ard
North Hollywood,CA
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Summary
As a committed veteran of the US Army with over 8 years of service as a 25U (Signal Support Specialist), brings a dedication to excellence and a calm demeanor to any challenge. Excels at managing multiple priorities with positivity and is always ready to take on more responsibilities.
Currently pursuing a BS in Audio Production at The Los Angeles Film School. While the focus is on sound, skills extend beyond the technical realm. Passionate about creating content that captivates and entertains, reshaping the image of companies and organizations. Alongside studies, leads studio and recording sessions, engages in post-production work, and contributes to sound design and audio-to-visual projects.
Outside of academics, leverages skills in brand and talent management and event organization. With strong communication abilities, actively supports and encourages teammates, fostering a positive and accountable environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sound Engineer
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for 50+ clients.
- Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for 100+ events.
- Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
- Provided on-site support at 30+ venues, coordinating with venue staff to ensure smooth execution of live events from audio perspective.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Reduced audio issues during live performances by conducting thorough sound checks and addressing potential problems before shows.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Supported musicians in recording sessions by offering technical expertise and ensuring optimal acoustics.
- Mentored junior engineers, sharing industry knowledge and best practices to foster professional growth within team.
- Maintain positive working atmosphere throughout long hours in studio by encouraging open communication amongst team members.
- Ensured seamless integration of audio elements into visual media by collaborating closely with video editors during post-production processes.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
Event Organizer
Self-employed
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for over 20 events.
- Increased event attendance by strategically marketing and promoting events through various channels.
- Created engaging visual materials such as invitations, programs, banners, signage to promote consistent branding across all aspects of event experience.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Developed and executed detailed event timelines to coordinate efforts of various team members, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders in order to collaborate effectively on projects leading to successful outcomes.
- Monitored post-event feedback from attendees to identify areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly in future plans.
- Managed budgets for multiple events, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources and maximizing returns on investment.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing high-quality services at competitive rates.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses to secure sponsorships, enhancing event funding and visibility.
- Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
Signal Support Specialist (25U)
Army
11.2013 - 11.2021
- Strengthened team dynamics with effective collaboration across 100+ military units in joint training exercises involving signal support operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while providing signal support for humanitarian aid missions in disaster-stricken areas.
- Expanded professional knowledge base by attending advanced courses in satellite communications systems and emerging technologies.
- Ensured uninterrupted power supply within unit''s area of operations through installation, operation, and maintenance of generator sets.
- Enabled effective communication among command staff by setting up, configuring, and maintaining tactical satellite systems.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through diligent COMSEC account management, ensuring proper handling of classified materials and encryption devices.
- Assisted in successful execution of numerous training events, ensuring seamless integration of signal support elements into overall exercise scenarios.
- Maximized system performance, troubleshooting complex network issues to restore connectivity quickly during critical situations.
- Tested signal-level equipment for operational performance within prescribed tolerances.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Trained new system users and employees in classroom type sessions to promote useful system knowledge and operations expertise.
- Estimated numerical length of runs during new service installations.
- Implemented operational timelines for service shut-offs to be observed.
- Plotted equipment response time and fault range information on graph to determine relay curves.
- Successfully trained 5,000+ Soldiers on IT and Radio systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Audio Production
Los Angeles Film School - Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA 01.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Meadowcreek High School
Norcross, GA06.2013
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to take on responsibilities
- Skilled in studio and recording session management
- Proficiency in post-production editing
- Sound design capabilities
- Brand and talent management
- Event organization and coordination
Accomplishments
- Received over 10 Army Awards and Achievement Medals
- Received Over 10 Certificate of Achievements
- Successfully Trained over 5,000 Soldiers on IT and Radio Communication systems.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Audio Production
Los Angeles Film School - Hollywood
01.2024 - Current
Event Organizer
Self-employed
03.2023 - 07.2023
Sound Engineer
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
Signal Support Specialist (25U)
Army
11.2013 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Meadowcreek High School
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