Xavier Eythell
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Audio Engineer with a proven track record at Self Employed Services, excelling in audio mixing and sound design. Adept at optimizing acoustic environments and ensuring quality assurance, I effectively collaborate with artists while delivering exceptional customer service. My attention to detail and troubleshooting skills drive successful project outcomes in fast-paced settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Engineer
Self Employed Services
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Rendered complex mixes into multiple formats for both digital distribution channels and physical media releases.
- Utilized post-production techniques such as compression, equalization, noise reduction, and reverberation to enhance the quality of recorded material.
- Monitored audio levels during recording sessions to maintain optimal signal strength throughout the process.
- Facilitated communication between artists and producers regarding the progress of a project's sound design.
- Created custom soundscapes for film projects by sampling existing sounds or creating new ones from scratch.
- Mastered audio tracks to ensure clarity and consistency across all components of the mix.
- Adhered to industry standards when calibrating equipment for optimal performance.
- Evaluated mixdown results against original source material to detect discrepancies or errors in the final product.
- Optimized acoustic environments through strategic placement of speakers, amplifiers, and other elements of an audio system.
- Recorded dialogue and musical performances in studio settings, utilizing microphones and other recording equipment.
- Processed audio to meet quality standards and played and mixed music for live events.
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Troubleshot issues with sound equipment and performed minor maintenance.
Uber Partner
Uber And Lyft
Houston, TX
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Assisted passengers with loading luggage into the trunk of the car when needed.
- Updated profile information regularly including availability status and vehicle details.
- Managed customer complaints professionally and courteously.
- Filed accident reports as necessary if an incident occurred during a trip.
Gas Technician
digco utility construction
Houston, TX
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Responded promptly to emergency service calls related to gas leaks or fires caused by malfunctioning equipment.
- Replaced defective parts in order to restore functionality of systems.
- Ensured that all work areas were kept clean during installation process as well as upon completion.
- Followed up with customers after job completion to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines while working with flammable gases like propane or natural gas.
- Verified compatibility between different components when installing a system from scratch.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex projects.
- Determined causes of malfunctions through observation, testing or troubleshooting techniques.
Dish Network Technician
DISH
The Woodlands, TX
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Performed maintenance checks on all installed equipment regularly.
- Resolved billing disputes with customers related to service charges or package upgrades and downgrades.
- Identified potential problems with customer's existing systems and provided solutions to enhance performance.
- Installed and configured Dish Network equipment for customers in their homes.
- Received customer feedback about their experience with our services and documented it accordingly.
- Set up customer accounts, including programming remote controls, activating receivers, and providing instructions on how to use the system.
- Replaced damaged components such as coaxial cables, connectors, splitters or amplifiers if necessary.
- Verified signal strength from satellites using specialized tools like a signal meter or spectrum analyzer.
- Inspected exterior cable lines for physical damage due to weather conditions or animals chewing wires.
- Climbed poles and ladders to install, maintain or inspect equipment.
- Established and modified networks and computers at businesses, schools, government buildings, medical facilities, and homes.
- Tested circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of malfunctions.
Cable Installation Technician
AT&T
Houston, TX
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Resolved issues related to faulty connections or poor signal strength.
- Configured IP addresses on routers or modems according to customer requirements.
- Installed set top boxes, modems, routers, switches, amplifiers, splitters and associated equipment.
- Inspected existing wiring infrastructure to identify any problems or defects in the system.
- Ran CAT5e and CAT6 Ethernet cabling between walls or ceilings.
- Repaired damaged cables caused by weather conditions or improper handling.
- Promoted additional services and products to increase sales.
- Completed upgrades, downgrades and wiring for businesses as well as single and multi-family residences.
- Scanned customers' cable systems electronically to pinpoint potential problems.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired residential and commercial cable systems.
- Prepared for daily work assignments by requisitioning equipment and supplies from warehouse and stocking vehicle.
- Documented service and installation actions by completing forms, reports, and logs.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies to ensure readiness for each job.
Order Selector
HEB Warehouse
Houston, TX
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Operated electric pallet jacks and forklifts to transport products between warehouse aisles.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating material handling equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors, removing debris from racks and shelves.
- Used RF scanner to pick items from bins and complete orders.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Limited damage to products and orders by using care when choosing items.
- Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
Cashier
HEB Grocery Store
Houston, TX
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TXSkills
- Audio mixing and sound design
- Post-production techniques
- Equipment calibration and acoustic optimization
- Customer communication
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration with artists
- Quality assurance
- Audio recording
- Signal testing
- Equipment installation
- Cable maintenance
- Customer service
- Technical support
- Conflict resolution
- Customer education
- Cabling layouts
- Hand tool proficiency
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Product placement
- Pallet jack operation
- Heavy lifting
- Loss prevention
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Audio Engineer
Self Employed Services
01.2022 - 09.2023
Uber Partner
Uber And Lyft
01.2018 - 12.2022
Gas Technician
digco utility construction
01.2018 - 12.2018
Dish Network Technician
DISH
01.2016 - 12.2016
Cable Installation Technician
AT&T
01.2015 - 12.2015
Order Selector
HEB Warehouse
01.2014 - 12.2014
Cashier
HEB Grocery Store
01.2007 - 01.2014
Some College (No Degree) -
Prairie View A&M University
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