STEPHEN A. YAMAH

Work History

The Kairos Sound

04.2023 - Current

Created original piano music compositions for meditation, study, prayer, and relaxation on streaming platforms like YouTube.
Performed talk music in live concerts, church meetings, and events to accompany speakers and preachers with original compositions at various venues.
Created sounds used by other creative contents online on multiple platforms.
Composed new arrangements of existing songs.

The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (Hope House)

Warri

01.2017 - Current

Provide assistance to the music director in scoring and teaching choir parts during rehearsals and preparations for services.
Create and organize loops for praise and worship songs.
Oversee auditions for Hope House musicians and new choir members.
Prepare and organize choir repertoires for church services and events.
Help teach and nurture musicians for efficient performances.
Plan and organize rehearsal schedules for both musicians and choir.
Collaborated with the music department leaders to plan out church concerts and choir camp meetings.

Doxa creative concepts

Warri

04.2015 - Current

Set up and adjusted sound systems for live performances, rehearsals, recordings, and broadcasts.
Monitored sound levels during recording sessions and live events to guarantee quality recordings.
Created a mix of sounds from multiple sources by adjusting levels on the mixing board.
Placed microphones in appropriate positions to capture desired sounds or voices.
Used digital editing software to enhance recorded audio material.
Provided technical support for bands during live shows or studio sessions as needed.
Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions and provided audio system oversight for live shows.
Engineered recording sessions and produced musical soundtracks for artists within various genres.
Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
Troubleshooted and resolved technical problems.
Kept detailed records of all audio files created throughout the production process.
Implemented creative solutions when dealing with unexpected technical difficulties.
Assisted with post-production tasks, such as creating sound effects.
Edited music tracks for commercials.
Coordinated with sound technicians regarding instrument setup, mic placements, and entire stage setup so that both acoustic and electronic elements were audible from any position in the venue.

The Glorious Fountain Ministries

Warri

01.2011 - Current

Coordinate band for rehearsals and performance for sanctuary events.
Accompanied choir during rehearsals and performed during events they hosted, as well as events they were invited to perform within and outside the country.
Arranged and produced over four albums and voice-over projects.
Created loops, stems, and backing tracks for performance.
Directed live and in-studio recording projects that were released across multiple streaming platforms, i.e., iTunes and YouTube.
Performed as Auxiliary Keyboardist, Playback Tech, and Main Keyboardist for various gospel artists such as Alvin Slaughter, Kurt Carr, Vicki Yohe, Lenny Leblanc, Bob Fitts, Gboyega Sax, and many more.
Assisted with the recording of studio albums by playing keyboard parts according to producer's instructions.
Composed original musical pieces for use as background music and soundtracks.
Conducted rehearsals with band members to ensure proper timing and accuracy of musical arrangements.
Provided technical support on-site at our concerts and other events involving keyboards.
Created customized sets of loops that could be triggered during live shows to add texture to songs.