Colin Mitchell
Edenwold,SK
Summary
Dynamic audio technician with extensive experience as a Tour Manager for The Washboard Union and The Hunter Brothers, excelling in FOH and monitor engineering. Proven track record in effective troubleshooting and exceptional customer service, ensuring seamless event execution and artist satisfaction. Skilled in scheduling and advancing events, consistently meeting and exceeding performance expectations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Manager
Sonic Backline
08.2013 - 08.2025
- Operated and maintained the backline equipment at venues and in the warehouse.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Scheduling qualified technicians to ensure events run smoothly.
- Advancing with artists and management to ensure their needs are met upon arrival at venue.
Audio Technician
GV Audio
10.2014 - Current
- Operated various audio consoles and various sound systems as a front of house and monitor engineer
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to live performances
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
Tour Manager
The Washboard Union
11.2021 - Current
- Assembling and operating the bands monitor console.
- Coordinating wireless radio frequencies so all instruments and monitor mixes operate without issue.
- Completing hospitality and tech advances at various venues and festivals so the bands needs are always met
- Coordinated transportation to and from airports, hotels and venues
- Coordinating with venue technicians to ensure smooth change overs and show runs.
- Efficient troubleshooting of audio gear when problems occur.
Tour Manager
The Hunter Brothers
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinating wireless radio frequencies so all instruments and monitor mixes operate without issue.
- Completing hospitality and tech advances at various venues and festivals so the bands needs are always met.
- Booking hotel accomodations when needed
- Maintaining various instruments daily so they are ready to use each performance
- Coordinating with venue technicians to ensure smooth change overs and show runs.
- Efficient troubleshooting of audio gear when problems occur.
Sales Associate
Long & McQuade Musical Instruments
10.2006 - 10.2014
- Set up and maintained various musical instruments and audio equipment.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Education
Diploma - Audio Engineering
Recording Connection
Regina, SK09-2006
Skills
- FOH engineering
- Monitor engineering
- Backline technician
- Guitar technician
- Effective troubleshooting
- Customer service
- Scheduling
- Time management
- Advancing and planning events
- Transportation management
Languages
English
Timeline
Tour Manager
The Hunter Brothers
11.2023 - Current
Tour Manager
The Washboard Union
11.2021 - Current
Audio Technician
GV Audio
10.2014 - Current
Shop Manager
Sonic Backline
08.2013 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
Long & McQuade Musical Instruments
10.2006 - 10.2014
Diploma - Audio Engineering
Recording Connection