Stephen Handy
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
- Audio Engineer with 7+ years experience in studio recording, music production, and live sound spanning and variety of genres
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of audio and music theory
- Self starter and quick learner with excellent communication and troubleshooting ability
- Experience providing installation support to individuals onsite and remotely
- Core respondent with clients via email, phone and in person communication methods
- Supported hardware and software during the content creation process including but not limited to: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Large format mixing consoles, etc.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Course Instructor
1500 Sound Academy
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that integrated multiple subject areas, enhancing students'' understanding of real-world connections between disciplines.
- Implemented effective differentiation techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and promote inclusive learning environments.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration for increased peer interaction and group problem-solving activities.
- Served as a mentor for students, providing guidance on best practices in lesson planning, instructional delivery, and classroom management strategies.
Showroom Sales Consultant
Vintage King Audio
01.2022 - Current
- Builds customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping and technical support experiences.
- Uses deep product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial sales increases and growth in customer base.
- Responds to walk in and by-appointment customers in store locations.
- Partners with other team members for in store demos.
- Manages client base of 650+ customers.
- Responsible for maintaining Burbank Showroom functionality and aesthetic.
Runner
Paramount Recording Studios
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsible for daily operations of four recording studios across Los Angeles.
- Duties not limited to: corresponding incoming booking requests to booking manager, logging and handling of petty cash transactions, completing food and supply runs for clients, session/gear setups for incoming engineers and assistants, and ensuring client satisfaction.
Engineer/Producer
Seatea Soundwerks
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Responsible for daily studio operations including production, recording, mixing, mastering and booking/scheduling clients.
- Perform studio maintenance (update studio equipment, fix cables, clean and sanitize consoles/control surfaces, manage studio storage).
Engineer
Penthouse Recording Studios
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Introduced new clients to the studio increasing the clientele by 25%.
- On-call engineer responsible for execution of recording sessions and events on a daily/weekly basis.
- Provide industry level recordings and mixes to clients.
- Ensured the operations of the facility ran smoothly i.e.troubleshooting technical difficulties, resulting in an increase in client satisfaction(15%).
Sound Supervisor
Yale University
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Managed all aspects of recording sessions for Yale University Graduate School of Music including audio, video, editing and full production of the finished product/project.
- Engineered(recorded and edited) 10-15 student recitals per week of various genres within any/all of the performance spaces using Pro Tools and Premier.
Engineer
University of New Haven Music Industry Club
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Responsible for implementation and production of all aspects of live sound for on campus concerts.
- Performed duties as systems technician for a variety of sound systems on campus.
- Proficient in use of the Soundcraft Si Expression 2 digital mixing console.
Intern (Assistant Engineer/Administrative Assistant)
Sound Stage Studios
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Performed setup and tear down of recording and mixing sessions with the lead engineer.
- Worked as an administrative assistant; communicated with clients on a daily basis at the front desk.
- Maintained studio and equipment.
Student
Blackbird Studios, University of New Haven
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Took advanced courses at Blackbird Studio's facilities.
- Courses included: Advanced Recording, Music Production, and Music Publishing.
- Gained experience operating analog hardware and tape machines.
Intern (Assistant Engineer)
Hobo Audio, 200+ Hours
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted lead engineers with sound design and voiceover recording sessions.
- Worked with high profile clients including Yankee Candle, Trojan and Cascade.
- Planned and scheduled client sessions.
Intern (Assistant Engineer)
Ponderosa Studios, 300+ Hours
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted chief engineer with tracking, mixing and mastering sessions.
- Responsible for recording, editing, mixing audio, and delivering files to clients.
- Maintained equipment functionality and studio cleanliness.
Stage Hand/Monitor/Systems Tech
SCL Sound Systems CT
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Constructed and maintained sound reinforcement (line array systems, subwoofers, room tuning).
- Assisted head sound engineer with sound check, instrument tuning, and equipment maintenance.
- Responsible for quick and efficient load in/load out of equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music and Sound Recording
University Of New Haven, University Of New Haven Audio Engineering Society
New Haven, CT05.2019
Skills
- Knowledge of Studio Equipment
- Board Operator
- Live Sound Reinforcement
- Customer service
- IOS
- Vocal Recording
- Guitar Recording
- Digital Audio Processing
- Music Production
- Troubleshooting Pro Tools
- Pro Tools
- Logic Pro X
- Installing MacOS
- Sound Design
- Video Editing (Basic)
- Network Setup/Installation
Customer Service Experience
SALES ASSOCIATE 02/2020 to 01/2021
Guitar Center | Springfield, NJ
- Handled store operations smoothly i.e.
- Opening and closing of the store, monetary transactions, inventory, thus increasing the level of productivity of the store.
- Provided a superior level of customer service increasing the likelihood that clients would return to the store.
- Consistently exceeded weekly and monthly sales goals by at least 50%.
References
Jesse Rothman - Penthouse Recording Studios
(908) 310-2421
Steve Fischell - Blackbird Recording Studios
(615) 400-5324
Joe Webster - Gramercy Post
(862) 268-3159
Timeline
Course Instructor
1500 Sound Academy
03.2024 - Current
Showroom Sales Consultant
Vintage King Audio
01.2022 - Current
Runner
Paramount Recording Studios
04.2021 - 01.2022
Engineer/Producer
Seatea Soundwerks
02.2019 - 01.2021
Sound Supervisor
Yale University
02.2019 - 05.2019
Engineer
Penthouse Recording Studios
01.2019 - 01.2021
Intern (Assistant Engineer/Administrative Assistant)
Sound Stage Studios
01.2018 - 05.2018
Student
Blackbird Studios, University of New Haven
01.2018 - 05.2018
Intern (Assistant Engineer)
Hobo Audio, 200+ Hours
07.2017 - 08.2017
Intern (Assistant Engineer)
Ponderosa Studios, 300+ Hours
05.2017 - 08.2017
Stage Hand/Monitor/Systems Tech
SCL Sound Systems CT
01.2016 - 05.2017
Engineer
University of New Haven Music Industry Club
08.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Music and Sound Recording
University Of New Haven, University Of New Haven Audio Engineering Society
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