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Brandt Sier

North Hollywood

Summary

Audio Engineer/Technician with excellent microphone techniques and experience setting up, operating and maintaining audio equipment. Manages multiple projects with little direction. Specialize in both live and studio settings as well as repairing and wiring equipment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Audio Technician

Desk Doctor
11.2020 - Current


  • Troubleshoot and repair outboard gear and console channel modules
  • Build and configure Custom 75 Series Neve console
  • Operate machinery and solder
  • Build cables for audio equipment - XLR, DB25, ELCO, Patchbays
  • Hired by studios and renowned musicians to install/move/repair consoles - SSL, Neve, API, Trident

Recording Engineer

Judge & Jury Records
09.2021 - Current
  • Setup and double-checked equipment for functionality before use.
  • Studied musicians styles prior to sessions in order to provide optimal engineering support.
  • Coached musicians on creating clean, balanced audio to work with.
  • Collaborate with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
  • Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to optimize recording efficiency.
  • Set up, maintain and operate audio recording equipment
  • Prepare for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones
  • Separate instruments, vocals and peripheral sounds during recording
  • Enhance sound quality and add various effects to recordings
  • Organize Media Asset Management during recording phase: Audio Files, Pro Tools Sessions, Edits
  • Major Artists include: In Flames, 3 Days Grace, Left to Suffer, Jonathan Young, Heirloom, D.R.U.G.S., Hoobastank, Ray Garrison/Silos

Lead Engineer

One On One Recording
10.2022 - Current
  • Developed setup and breakdown procedures for the building
  • Developed building maintenance schedule for interns.
  • Work with Assistants to ensure project sessions and deadlines are met
  • Determine workflows and microphone placements to capture best quality audio recordings
  • Set up, maintain and operate audio recording equipment
  • Ensure clients’ needs are met with the highest standards of studio etiquette
  • Major Artists include: Julie Bergan, AAP Deno, Jade Thirwall

Assistant Engineer

Clear Lake Recording Studios/Fever Recording
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Provided technical assistance to clients when needed.
  • Analyzed and planned workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve recording efficiency.
  • Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
  • Maintained positive work atmosphere by building relationships with co-workers, customers, clients, and management.
  • Troubleshoot and document technical issues
  • Clean building and delegate tasks to interns/runners
  • Have clients sign invoices and work orders
  • Take payments, scan work orders, and update quickbooks
  • Backup client files to ensure safety and security

Assistant Teacher

UCLA
01.2018 - 08.2021
  • Pro Tools and Logic courses for onsite and online classes
  • Provide technical support and practical knowledge of DAWs.

Logic Pro X TA/Tutor

Musicians Institute
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • In class assistant for Logic 101 and 201 courses
  • Tutor students for Logic
  • Ensure students have a clear understanding of Logic as a Digital Audio Workstation.

Education

Certificate in Audio Engineering Certificate in Post Production -

Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music
Hollywood, CA
2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Broomfield High School
Broomfield, CO
2014

Skills

  • Technical ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment
  • Knowledge of various console operation: API, Neve, Trident, SSL, Euphonix and D-Control

    • Expertise in DAWs:

  • Pro Tools, Logic Pro X

    • Audio Engineering Skills:

  • Mixing, Recording, in the box Mastering

    Post Production Skills:

  • Dialogue Editing, Music Editing, Automated Dialogue Replacement (ADR), Background and Sound FX design
  • Solid understanding of frame rates, timecodes, and standard delivery formats
  • Keen ear for audio quality control
  • Signal flow, patching and hardware equipment
  • CA ID and reliable transportation

References

Bruce Millet - Desk Doctor (818) 599-5091

Steve Roach - Desk Doctor (775) 772-1372

Mathias Sorum - One On One (310) 467-3565

Howard Benson - Judge & Jury Records (818) 414-5678

Roxy Flo - Clear Lake & Fever Recording Studios (630) 336-5337

Timeline

Lead Engineer

One On One Recording
10.2022 - Current

Recording Engineer

Judge & Jury Records
09.2021 - Current

Audio Technician

Desk Doctor
11.2020 - Current

Assistant Engineer

Clear Lake Recording Studios/Fever Recording
09.2020 - 09.2021

Assistant Teacher

UCLA
01.2018 - 08.2021

Logic Pro X TA/Tutor

Musicians Institute
10.2017 - 03.2020

Certificate in Audio Engineering Certificate in Post Production -

Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music

High School Diploma - undefined

Broomfield High School

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