Michael Yardley
Box Hill,VIC
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Music and Effects, deep understanding of computing systems, and skilled at simplifying complex technical concepts. Expert in sound equalizing and technical troubleshooting, significantly enhancing production quality. Demonstrates exceptional ability in blending easy conversational skills with IT knowledge, ensuring clients have quality understanding of their IT solutions in fast-paced environments. Adept at creating innovative sounds and dynamic audioscapes with knowledge of audio production. Successful at high-quality editing and fast turnarounds. Confident Computer Technician with practise in help-desk adjacent environments, assisting both clients with technical issues. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level specialist position.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Sound Designer
Music and Effects
2024.08 - Current
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, and re-recording final mix'
- Created sound for screen productions.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for clients.
- Attended production meetings to plan and create effective sound.
Intern
Holden Motors
2018.05 - 2018.06
- Studied manufacturing processes to improve overall knowledge.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Calibrated automotive equipment on weekly basis to test product prior to release.
- Worked closely with engineers and assisted with product testing.
Private IT Tutor
Stonehill International School
2016.03 - 2016.05
- Incorporated technology into lessons from other subjects, expanding students' technical understanding with an integrated approach.
- Reviewed computer science class material with students to support discovery of correct answers to problems.
- Tutored students in programs such as Microsoft Office
- Tutored students in specific programs such as Microsoft Visual Studio.
- Evaluated student progress in C# coding methods and developed study plan tailored to individual students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Television
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC11.2025
Advanced Diploma - Screen And Media
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC12.2023
Diploma - Screen And Media
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC12.2021
Skills
- Sound equalizing
- Musical theory understanding
- Audio Editing
- Post-production
- Sound editing proficiency
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Setup
- Hardware maintenance
- IT risk management
- Quality Assurance Testing
- Deep understanding of IT and Tech Products.
- Simplifying complex technical concepts.
Timeline
Assistant Sound Designer
Music and Effects
2024.08 - Current
Intern
Holden Motors
2018.05 - 2018.06
Private IT Tutor
Stonehill International School
2016.03 - 2016.05
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Television
Swinburne University of Technology
Advanced Diploma - Screen And Media
Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma - Screen And Media
Swinburne University of Technology
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