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Summary
I am a university-educated music and audio industry professional who has spent years developing their artistic intuitions and technological expertise with equal rigor.
My areas of specialization are studio production and recording in both the digital and analog realm; I have worked as a student recording engineer in professional-grade facilities for several years.
I have obtained a multitude of hands-on experiences with operating and troubleshooting A/V technologies.
I studied tape recording and analog workflows in great detail during my final two years of college, and concluded my undergraduate studies with an in-depth research project into vintage recording and production techniques.
As an seasoned studio worker who has serviced hundreds of clients, I have placed consistent, high-quality socialization and communication at the forefront of my career.
I am interested in careers which allow me to further explore the craft of music-making and recording, primarily with acoustic-leaning instrumentation, using hybrid analog and digital layouts.
EDUCATION
NYU Prague — Tonmeister Technology
Month-long intensive on stereo and immersive recording and mixing techniques for studio and on-location recordings.
New York University, New York, NY
Bachelor of Music in Music Technology
Manhattan School of Music, New York, NY
2 years of a selective summer program where I pursued a study of classical composition.
Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts, Syosset, NY
4- week summer study program with a concentration in music (theory, production, and piano/violin performance).
WORK EXPERIENCE
*asterisks denote ongoing positions
*On-Call Freelance Media Production Engineer
The Juilliard School
I lead and assist on recording studio sessions as needed, helping students with both academic recordings and personal projects. Typical recordings involve student ensembles from the classical/jazz departments and all-acoustic instrumentation. Responsibilities include setup, breakdown, and the recording of both audio and video— which involves mics, video cameras, lighting equipment, etc.
*Studio Assistant/Score Transcriptionist
LiveWire Production and Recording
I transcribe both audio and MIDI tracks of original music compositions into neat, professional manuscripts for musician use in the notation software Sibelius. The task requires extensive attention to detail, advanced aural comprehension skills (including polyphonic transcriptions with no written references), and thorough understandings of how notation works for every instrument group and how to optimize manuscript appearance for maximum readability. I also occasionally assist on studio maintenance (which has included a full rewiring of the studio space) and recording sessions.
*Freelance Music Editor, Music/Audio engineer, and Producer
Provide music-related services, such as studio recording, editing, mixing, and mastering, to independent music artists, mainly focusing on college-age students looking to build up an academic portfolio of their musical work.
Concert Recordist
New York University
I was tasked with setting up and recording audio, video, and livestreams for student recitals in a variety of performance spaces across the University. In order to fulfill this role, I received extensive training on a diverse array of A/V setups in different venues, which included multitrack recorders, microphones, video cameras, streaming devices, projectors, PA systems, and mixing consoles.
James L. Dolan Studio Engineer
Conduct studio sessions in all capacities, including session planning, setup, breakdown, recording, editing, comping, and recording video (as required).
James L. Dolan Studio Intern
As an intern, I assist both the studio engineer and the clients by setting up and taking down sessions in the live room, operating Pro Tools and gear in the control room, and maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of the space as a whole.
Private Piano Teaching
Started my own business giving private piano lessons, mostly to young children just getting started with music. This job has involved creating my own promotional materials and setting price rates as well as creating lesson plans, sheet music, and other exercises for my students.
SKILLS
* Asterisks denote program preferences, if any
Office Programs:
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Suite
Notation Software:
Finale
*Notion
*Sibelius
MuseScore
DAWs:
*Logic Pro
*Pro Tools
GarageBand
Consoles and A/V devices:
SSL Duality Delta Superanalog Console
SSL AWS 948 Delta Analog Console
Trident Audio Series 78 24-Channel Analog Console
Audient ASP 4816 Analog Mixing Console
API 1608-II Recording and Mixing Console
LAWO mc²36 All-In-One Production Console
Allen & Heath SQ5 Digital Mixer
TASCAM SS-R250N Audio Recorder
Avid S4 and S6 Control Surfaces
Otari MTR-90 24-track tape recorder
Extron SMP 11 streaming media processor
Visual Art/Video Software:
*Adobe Suite — Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro
iMovie
Programming Languages:
PureData
Python
Java
*C++/Arduino (preferred language for audio applications)
INSTRUMENTS LEARNED
* Asterisks denote formal private or group training. No asterisk signifies that the instrument was self-taught.
*Classical Piano
Jazz Piano
*Drum Kit/Percussion
*Classical Violin
*Classical Flute
LEADERSHIP
Musical Mentors Collaborative (MMC) Secretary
In charge of taking notes at biweekly meetings, organizing files and important dates, representing and promoting the club, and other tasks.
Audio Engineering Society (AES) Treasurer and Student Member
In charge of investigating budget-related questions and concerns; also research thoughtful allocations of budget by communicating with students via social media/surveys, pitching and planning event ideas, and more.
The Color Of My Voice (CMV): Music Department Lead and Interim Audio/FX Department Lead
Organizes weekly meetings, creates team materials, plans projects, and communicates individually with music/post-production audio team members. As the first person to ever be elected as the head of these departments, I played a significant role in advising the production pipeline and establishing audio conventions for the entire organization. I am also helping the organization find a permanent lead for the Audio/FX department so that I can focus on leading the music department; I have been involved in finding candidates and planning interviews/applications. In addition to these administrative tasks, I also serve on the music team as a short film composer (see under Extracurriculars).
ORGANIZATIONS/VOLUNTEERING
Musical Mentors Collaborative (MMC): Instructor and Secretary
Provides private instrument lessons to local students in Title I schools who would otherwise not have access to musical instruction. Involves attending instructor events and board meetings for my position as Secretary.
The Color Of My Voice (CMV): short film composer
The Color Of My Voice is a student-founded YouTube channel making short animated films to tell stories about overcoming discrimination.
Society of Women in Technology (SWiTCH) Member
Peer organization and advocacy group for gender minorities and their allies in STEAM industries, with a focus on music/audio-related fields.
RELEVANT COURSES TAKEN
(AT NYU UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED)
Computer Music Theory
Introduction to PureData (Pd).
Introduction to Computer Programming
Introduction to Python.
Introduction to Computer Science
Introduction to Java and OOP.
Fundamentals of Music Technology
Introduction to recording music and audio and working in the DAW.
Electronic Music Synthesis
Studio class which involves modular synthesis and recording to tape.
Computer Music Synthesis
Emphasizes DAW proficiency and the complete music creation process.
Group Composition Lessons: Screen Scoring
Introductory-level class on composing in the DAW for film.
Music Theory I, II, III Honors, IV Honors
Focus on classical counterpoint, part-writing, analysis, and composition.
Aural Skills I, II, III Honors, IV Honors
Teaches movable-do solfège, sight-singing, and melodic/harmonic dictation.
Keyboard Skills I, II
Teaches basic technique for piano solos, improvisation, and accompaniment.
Analog Electronics
Lecture and lab teaching basic analog circuitry, mainly for audio applications.
Digital Electronics
Programming in Arduino (C++) for microcontrollers with a focus on audio.
Music History: Baroque and Classical, 19th Century, 20th Century, Film Music
4-semester overview of Western music history.
Digital Recording Technology
Focuses on use of studio console and equipment and producing in Pro Tools.
Analog Recording Technology
Focuses on use of studio console and equipment and recording to tape.
Electronic Music Performance
Experimental live performance class using electronic instruments.
Introduction to Audio for Video
Introduction to audio production and post-production in Pro Tools.
Electronic Product Design for Music and Audio
Start-to-finish process of creating a novel electronic music/audio product.
Private Lessons: Jazz Piano
1 hour jazz piano lessons conducted weekly.
Composer’s Ensemble
Start-to-finish process of composing, rehearsing, and performing an original composition for a musical group.
Studio Production Techniques
Overviews recording technique in the studio setting.
Audio Mastering
Trains how to master stereo mixes for professional release/distribution.
Jazz Theory and Ear Training I
Surveys jazz form, harmony, technique, and composition.
Concert Recording
Surveys the practice of recording live acoustic performances.
Intro to Digital Tools
Surveys Adobe’s digital imaging tools: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Mixing in the Digital Audio Workstation
Hones in on mixing skills in Pro Tools through biweekly exercises and feedback.
Advanced Audio Production
Develops engineering skills through weekly student-run recording sessions.
Advanced Aural Skills: Popular Music Transcription
Surveys melody, harmony, instrumentation, production techniques, and layers of meaning in popular music.
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