Spencer Blackhart
Nashville,TN
Summary
Skilled Live Sound Engineer with ample experience in live sound production, equipment setup, and mixing. Strengths include deep understanding of mix balance, proficiency in using professional audio tools/equipment, and ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively under pressure. Previous roles have involved being placed in a FOH position, organizing setup/teardown of private and other hired events, and working directly with artist to fulfill needs to put on a quality performance
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Live Sound Engineer
Affinity Entertainment
Nashville, TN
05.2024 - Current
- Set up and calibrate sound systems, amplifiers, microphones and other audio equipment.
- Mixed live audio sources such as vocals, instruments and playback devices during performances.
- Operated mixing consoles to balance the volume and tone of each instrument in the band's mix.
- Troubleshot technical issues involving audio equipment before and after shows.
- Work directly with artists to ensure proper monitor mixing and execution of performance.
Assistant Sound Engineer Intern
Tenth Ward Studios
Nashville, TN
09.2023 - Current
- Evaluate recordings for clarity, accuracy, noise interference, distortion, and other factors affecting sound quality.
- Recorded and edited raw instrument and vocal recordings to a final mixed product.
- Resolved hardware and network issues to prevent performance delays.
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Worked with clients to set goals and visions for artistic projects.
Stage Hand
Rhino Staging & Events Production
Nashville, TN
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted with the installation of audio-visual systems in venues.
- Maintained cleanliness of backstage area before, during and after productions.
- Coordinated with technical staff to ensure smooth operation of events and shows.
- Assisted in setup and rigging of line array systems/audio equipment.
- Assisted with stage managers in setting up microphones and music equipment for performance and sound checks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Platt Technical High School
Milford, CT06-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance/Music Production And Engineering
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MASome College (No Degree) - Audio Engineering Technology
Belmont University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Signal routing/dante
- Sound quality management
- Live Audio mixing
- Work well under stress/pressure
- Trained on standard digital consoles
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Live Sound Engineer
Affinity Entertainment
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Sound Engineer Intern
Tenth Ward Studios
09.2023 - Current
Stage Hand
Rhino Staging & Events Production
05.2023 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Platt Technical High School
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance/Music Production And Engineering
Berklee College of Music
Some College (No Degree) - Audio Engineering Technology
Belmont University
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