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Yanii Evans

Kannapolis,NC

Summary

Ambitious Audio Engineer and Creative Producer offering 4 years' experience creating impactful, fresh and innovative content. Offers talent for storytelling and capacity to handle technical editing as well as managing tight deadlines with exceptionally good communication skills. Successful in managing hefty workloads and direction notes to make every audiobook and podcast episode a quality, clean, technically perfect project.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Audio Engineer, News Editor

United Sations Radio Network
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • Recorded, edited and mixed vocal tracks and minimized unwanted sounds for late night Tv shows: Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Gutfeld, Saturday Night Live, The Late Late Show with Stephen Colbert and more.
  • Recorded, edited, and mixed vocal tracks and minimized unwanted sounds for late night award shows: VMAs, Grammys, Oscars, Soul Train Awards, BET Awards, CMAs and more.
  • Written articles and news stories for the following shows: Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Last Week Tonight, Saturday Night Live, The Late Late Show with Stephen Colbert, VMAs, , Oscars, Soul Train Awards, BET Awards, CMAs, Emmy Awards, and more.
  • Cleaned up and Mixed 18 sound clips per night for broadcast using Izoptope RX8, mouth de-click, voice de-noise, loudness leveling plugin, Fab Filter EQ, Pro tools built in compression tool.
  • Troubleshot issues with software and communicating with colleagues and manager to collaborate on how to fix the problem.
  • Nightly update and Management of Pulse Radio Website: Checking accuracy of story dates and details, formatting, audio quality, etc.
  • Skilled in doing manual transcriptions and show notes for broadcast and podcasts.
  • Ensured all published materials meet company standards in terms of quality control.
  • Supervised junior staff members including assigning tasks, providing feedback and training opportunities.

Narrative Audio Engineer, Producer

PushBlack
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Recorded, volume balanced, edited, mixed, and mastered of over 50 vocal, music, and SFX tracks.
  • Delivered insight and expertise regarding audio mixing and recording to personnel via remote recording with Zoom and Riverside.
  • Served as technical director for over 30 2-4 hour remote recording sessions regarding the following: location scouting for set up, physical set up of recording equipment, virtual set up of recording software, mic positioning, vocal direction for optimal pre-production sound leveling,
  • Partnered with creative team to execute creative vision within budget and schedule requirements over the course of various meetings.
  • Used the following equipment: Reaper, Audacity, and Riverside for remote recording. Izoptope RX8 for audio cleanup and volume balancing. Protools and Hindenburg for editing, mixing, and mastering.

Audio Engineer

BibleProject
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Responsible for dry editing raw vocals for 60-90 minutes of Raw audio once per week in preparation for mixing and mastering
  • Had weekly meetings with production manager to discuss episode progress and editing techniques.
  • Utilized Izoptope RX8 for audio cleanup using the following plugins: Mouth de-click, voice de-noise, loudness meter check.
  • Became proficient with Descript for quick editing of filler words and out of placed breaths.

Producer

Slate Magazine
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked closely with writers, directors, managers and technical crews throughout pre-production and post production process to gather notes and critique in preparation for editing.
  • Recorded, edited, mixed and mastered between 5-10 instrumental and vocal tracks.
  • Oversaw and facilitated remote recording sessions with the host and celebrity interviewers for optimal technical performance.
  • Executed immediate troubleshooting strategies when recording emergencies happened such as: sudden dropouts, spotty internet, emergency relocation for optimal recording, glitched audio, etc.
  • Took live notes during recording sessions in preparation for the post-editing process.

Audio Engineer

Imagine Neighborhood
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Recorded, edited and mixed over 10-15 instrumental, vocal, and SFX tracks twice per month.
  • Acted as Audio Engineering advisor for team of producers, writers, and directors.
  • Participated in monthly team discussion meetings regarding scheduling, post-production notes, and technical concerns.

Producer/Manager

WDRB
Charlotte, NC
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • Executed the highest level of quality recordings for field and studio audio to achieve project expectations.
  • Partnered with performers and producers to collaborate on show ideas and structure for productions.
  • Delivered insight and expertise regarding audio mixing and recording to personnel both in field and in-studio.
  • Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
  • Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices.
  • Either Edited or Produced over 10-15 episodes a day.
  • Constructed and operated audio recording systems, overseeing all troubleshooting to alleviate issues and performed equipment breakdowns following broadcasts.
  • Oversaw majority of client paperwork and show notes for organization and upkeep.
  • Created and managed production for podcasts and radio projects.
  • Kept productions in compliance with network and legal requirements.

Contract Audio Engineer

Audible
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Edited and lightly mixed five audiobooks: The Curse of Strahd, The Butcher, The Moth, Falling in Love, The Undiscovered Journey.
  • Replaced unwanted takes with new takes that were recorded at a later date
  • Kept constant communication with voice talent during the editing process
  • Acted as audio engineering advisor during the recording and post editing process

Audio Engineering Intern

Maximus Music Studios
Pineville, NC
07.2019 - 07.2020
  • Learned how to professionally record, mix, and master artist via practicing with instructor and free stem libraries.
  • Took calls and set up appointments for the studio
  • Practiced recording and mixing vocals within a studio setting alongside other students
  • Helped studio move from Charlotte to Pineville, NC
  • Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.

Education

Audio Engineering Certification

Recording Radio Film Connection
Charlotte, NC
12.2019

Associate of Arts -

Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Concord, NC
05.2018

Skills

  • Podcast and Audiobook Editing
  • Mastery with Pro Tools
  • Mastery with Hindenburg
  • Proficient with Repear
  • Proficient with Audacity
  • Proficient with Descript
  • In-Studio Recording and Mixing equipment operation
  • Equipment Setup and Break down
  • Quality Assurance
  • Sound Quality Management
  • Audio Post-Production Mixing and Mastering
  • Radio and Broadcast Production
  • Technical Direction
  • Podcast Production and Management
  • Strong Collaborative Background
  • Film and TV Editing
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • WordPress Proficiency
  • GSuite Proficiency
  • Social Media Management
  • Client Relations
  • Project Coordination

Timeline

Audio Engineer, News Editor

United Sations Radio Network
10.2022 - 02.2024

Narrative Audio Engineer, Producer

PushBlack
09.2022 - 07.2023

Producer

Slate Magazine
05.2022 - 10.2022

Audio Engineer

BibleProject
01.2022 - 04.2023

Audio Engineer

Imagine Neighborhood
01.2022 - 10.2022

Producer/Manager

WDRB
02.2021 - 01.2022

Contract Audio Engineer

Audible
11.2020 - 02.2021

Audio Engineering Intern

Maximus Music Studios
07.2019 - 07.2020

Audio Engineering Certification

Recording Radio Film Connection

Associate of Arts -

Rowan Cabarrus Community College

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