Sam Briggs

• Prepared stage and ran front of house for various musical acts including the Sweet Water Warblers, Nancy Stagnitta, Full Chord, Big Fun Jams, and many more.
• Regulated volume level and sound quality during live recording sessions.
• Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
• Collaborated with event organizers for seamless audio integration, ensuring successful productions

Reference: Director of Operations Matt McCalpin 231-620-1515

• Freelance work as and audio engineer in Traverse City has opened up many opportunities to work with a wide variety of musicians such as, The Accidentals, May Erlewine, Miriam Pico, Jordan Hamilton, Ted Alan, Silver Creek Revival, and many more.
• Managed audio equipment inventory, ensuring all gear was maintained and ready for use, reducing downtime.
• Trained junior audio engineers, sharing best practices and cutting-edge techniques in sound engineering.

• Directed video production of multiple livestreams for companies and groups such as NMC's International Affairs Forum, Building Bridges with Music, and DisruptHR.
• Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
• Sound engineered at private events such as NMC's Annual Gala to Give, and multiple concert series such as Jazz at Sunset with The Jeff Haas Trio featuring Laurie Sears.

Reference: MusicHub.Live Owner Rick Kiehle 231-392-9656

• Boom operated for two separate Rich Brauer films including, The DJ on Wallaker Hill and Dogman 3: Fight to the Finish.
• Contributed to a streamlined post-production process by keeping thorough records of all audio takes and notes from each shoot day.
• Operated wireless microphone systems effectively for increased flexibility in capturing dialogue during fast-paced scenes or remote locations.

Reference: Movie director/producer Rich Brauer 231-632-6613