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Sam James

Canberra

Summary

Over seven years of professional experience in the live production industry, specializing in audio engineering and also managing video and lighting systems across a diverse range of events. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, seamlessly adapting to new challenges, working through unexpected issues while consistently delivering high-quality results. Adept at working efficiently within tight deadlines, ensuring successful execution of projects and events whilst working as a part of a team and as a team leader. Demonstrates a genuine passion and practical experience in studio recording and post-production audio, leveraging technical expertise and creative insight to reinforce musical ideas.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Live Audio Engineer/ AV Technician

Sidestage Production Services
2018.10 - Current

Senior Audio Technician.

-Client liaising

-Creating efficient audio systems

-Maintaining audio equipment and systems.

-Preparation of equipment for events.

-Deployment of equipment in various environments.

-Audio Engineering/ Operating

-Video and lighting systems and operation.

-Leading and teaching junior staff

Live Audio Engineer/ AV Technician

Elite Event Technology
2023.02 - Current

General audio visual technical work with a focus on audio engineering:

-Preparation of AV systems for events.

-Deployment of AV systems in various environments.

-Operation of AV equipment, including Monitor engineering, Systems managing, Front of House Engineering and basic video and lighting operation.

Live Audio Engineer/ AV Technician

Event Audio Visual Services
2022.10 - Current

General audio visual technical work with a focus on audio engineering:

-Preparation of AV systems for events.

-Deployment of AV systems in various environments.

-Operation of AV equipment, including Monitor engineering, Systems managing, Front of House Engineering and basic video and lighting operation.

IT Support Officer

ACT Education Directorate
2022.04 - Current

Casual IT support between schools including Hawker College, Telopia Park School and Harrison School.

AV Technician

Eclipse Lighting And Sound
2017.07 - 2020.03

General audio visual technical work.


-Equipment preparation.

-Equipment setup and operation.

Independant Contractor

Sole Trader
2021.04 - Current

Freelance audio visual work:


-Contracting as an audio operator to companies.

-Managing technical specifications for clients.

-Equipment hire and operation

-Production managing

-Post-production audio recording and mixing

Education

Distinction - Recording And Production Techniques (Non Award)

ANU School of Music
Canberra, ACT
2022

Certificate III - Music Industry (Sound Production)

Canberra Institute of Technology
Canberra, ACT
2018

Certificate IV - Music Industry (Sound Production)

Canberra Institute of Technology
Canberra, ACT
2018

Year 12 Certificate -

Lake Tuggeranong College
Tuggeranong, ACT
2017

Skills

  • Pro Tools
  • Lake Processing
  • Mixing and editing audio
  • Microphone Techniques
  • Monitor Engineering
  • Front of House Engineering
  • Broadcast mixing
  • Audio Systems
  • RF Coordination
  • Problem Solving
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Lx and Video systems

Accomplishments

Some examples include:


-Independently production managed 'Flava n' Roots' mini festival at Rose Cottage (2023)


-Monitor engineer for Stonefest (2022/2023)


-Stage and patch technician, Derbyshire stage, Spilt Milk (2023)


-Broadcast mix for Shannon Noll, live at Walsh's Hotel, broadcast to Mix 106.3 (2023)


-Recorded, mixed and produced the album 'Sleep in the Garden' by Highland Light.


-Lighting systems technician, Rolling Sets (2022/ 2023) and Changing Tides (2023) Festivals.


-Familiarity with equipment used in the ANU School of Music recording studio. Assisted with recording sessions, and have successfully completed multiple sessions independently utilizing the vast collection of microphones and the Neve Geneysis console.

References

Stu Thompson

Head of innovation, Copper Live

Phone: 0497 065 936


Steve Allsopp

Audio Engineer, UCX / Freelance

Phone: 0401 805 638


Hamish Allan

ITO, Telopia Park School

Phone: 0424 561 099

Timeline

Live Audio Engineer/ AV Technician

Elite Event Technology
2023.02 - Current

Live Audio Engineer/ AV Technician

Event Audio Visual Services
2022.10 - Current

IT Support Officer

ACT Education Directorate
2022.04 - Current

Independant Contractor

Sole Trader
2021.04 - Current

Live Audio Engineer/ AV Technician

Sidestage Production Services
2018.10 - Current

AV Technician

Eclipse Lighting And Sound
2017.07 - 2020.03

Distinction - Recording And Production Techniques (Non Award)

ANU School of Music

Certificate III - Music Industry (Sound Production)

Canberra Institute of Technology

Certificate IV - Music Industry (Sound Production)

Canberra Institute of Technology

Year 12 Certificate -

Lake Tuggeranong College
Sam James