Tyler J. Culbreath
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented AV professional aiming to leverage 5 years of industry experience to bring value to a new role. Equipped with Dante and Biamp certifications, as well as a diverse skill set including testing, diagnosing and installing cabling and equipment. Bringing excellent organizational skills and the desire to grow in the commercial AV industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
AV Technician
Repertoire Productions
San Francisco, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Setup audio-visual systems for conferences and events in accordance with customer specifications.
- Installed video walls and monitors to display visuals for presentations.
- Integrated various types of signal sources into a single system.
- Maintained and troubleshot audiovisual equipment, including projectors, sound systems, microphones, amplifiers, mixers, and associated cables.
- Updated knowledge base on current industry trends related to audiovisual technology.
- Configured digital signal processing devices such as equalizers, crossovers, compressors, limiters and noise gates.
- Ensured proper operation of AV system components during events or meetings.
- Calibrated audiovisual systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Prepared sets with lighting and other equipment to meet production specifications.
Audio Technician/ DJ
DART Collective
San Francisco, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Test sound equipment prior to live performances.
- Set up line array speakers for weddings and other events.
- Set up microphones for live bands.
- Work with musicians to achieve the most pristine audio quality.
- Set up DJ equipment including: Turn Tables, PA Speakers, Mixers etc.
- Troubleshoot and identify sound issues with each piece of equipment.
- Run monitors for live bands using a Behringer X32 Mixer.
Audio Engineer
Nexus Audio
Oakland, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Engineer recording sessions.
- Produce music for artists within various genres.
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Separate instruments, vocals and other sounds and combine sounds during mixing or postproduction stage.
- Reformat audio, digital and video files for editing, remastering and transfer.
- Mix and mastered audio using various third party plug-ins.
- Work with clients' tastes and needs to provide the best possible recording environment.
Audio Engineer
Mothership Studios
San Francisco, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Separate instruments, vocals and other sounds and combined sounds during mixing or postproduction stage.
- Edit raw voice recordings, add sound effects and mix to Pop Music format.
- Regulate volume levels and sound quality during recording sessions, using professional field mixers.
- Execute highest level of quality for field and studio audio to achieve project expectations.
Audio Engineer Intern
BOSS Studios
San Francisco, CA
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Utilize recording equipment to record music and speech.
- Install and troubleshot computer applications and programs.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on lights, microphones, soundboards and other equipment.
- Resolve hardware and network issues to prevent performance delays.
- Synchronize and equalize prerecorded dialogue, music and sound effects with images from television and movie productions.
Music Instructor
Vibo Music Center
San Bruno, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Teach many different musical instruments such as guitar, bass guitar, drums, and piano.
- Provide individual lessons for students of all ages and diverse musical ability.
- Instruct beginner students on perseverance and attention to detail.
- Instruct students in mastering their instrument of choice.
- Teach beginning and advanced sheet music reading.
- Teach beginning and advanced music theory.
Security /Sound Technician
Great American Music Hall
San Francisco, CA
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
- Processed audio to meet quality standards and played and mixed music for live events.
- Used sound editing boards to mix voices and music.
- Set up for live shows through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ruth Asawa School of The Arts
San Francisco, CA05.2017
Skills
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Highly Reliable & Trustworthy
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Skills
- Relationship Building
- Computer Skills
- Audio Production
- Audio Mixing
- Power Distribution
- Video Conferencing
- Network configuration
- Sound Quality Management
- Sound Editing
- Microphone Setup
- Operating Control Consoles
- Proactive Problem Solving
- Recording Equipment Operation
- Lighting Design
Accomplishments
Dante Certified.
Biamp Certified.
Contracted by Google to do AV for the 2024 GAPB Summit.
Contracted by BOF (Business of Fashion) to do AV for the annual award ceremony.
Promoted to Audio Engineer after interning at Nexus Audio for only one month.
Promoted to A2 in the Dart Collective immediately upon hiring.
Recognized as Teacher of the Year at Vibo Music School in 2019.
Timeline
Audio Technician/ DJ
DART Collective
06.2023 - Current
AV Technician
Repertoire Productions
02.2023 - Current
Audio Engineer
Nexus Audio
03.2021 - Current
Audio Engineer
Mothership Studios
03.2021 - Current
Audio Engineer Intern
BOSS Studios
10.2020 - 07.2021
Music Instructor
Vibo Music Center
01.2019 - Current
Security /Sound Technician
Great American Music Hall
01.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Ruth Asawa School of The Arts