Joe Ponting
vancouver,BC
Summary
Experienced live sound technician with a background in FOH and monitor mixing for touring artists, festivals, and live events.Proven ability to deliver consistent, high-quality mixes in high-pressure environments, with experience in RF coordination, wireless systems management, and touring audio workflows.Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and trusted by artists and production teams to maintain reliability, clarity, and performance integrity across diverse venues and production scales.
Exensive experience in Audio Education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Instructor
SAE
Vancouver, British Columbia
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods.
- Live performance
- Ableton live
Touring Monitor/FOH Engineer
SNRK
vancouver, BC
04.2024 - Current
- Over 70 shows in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Mixing Monitors and or FOH in large-cap venues.
- Collaborated with musicians to achieve the desired sound quality and effects.
- RF coordination.
- Operated mixing consoles during performances and rehearsals.
FOH & System Technician
Freelance Festivals
01.2021 - Current
- Envision Festival (Costa Rica)
- Shambhala Music Festival (Pagoda Stage)
- Bass Coast Festival (Slay Bay Stage)
- Sun Fest
- Lake town
- Faded in the park
- Music BC - 'Let's Hear It Live' Series
Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Nimbus School of Recording & Media
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Taught a wide range of audio production topics, including mixing, recording, sound design, music theory, and songwriting.
- Developed and refined course curricula to enhance student learning experiences.
- Provided hands-on training with professional studio equipment and DAWs.
Post Audio composer/mixer
Freelance
vancouver , Bc
01.2023 - Current
- Produced score, dialogue, and foley for Oasis (Telus) .
- Created score, dialogue, and foley for Maura (73 productions) .
- Mixed and scored various product advertisements and small podcasts.
- Skilled in noise reduction and audio repair to enhance post-production quality.
Freelance Audio Engineer
01.2016 - Current
- Provided professional audio services for corporate events, concerts and festivals.
Private Ableton Coach
01.2023 - Current
- Provide one-on-one coaching tailored to students' skill levels, from beginners to advanced producers.
- Guide students through workflow optimization and creative approaches using Ableton.
- Assist with live performance setup, MIDI mapping, and integrating hardware with Ableton.
Owner & Operator
LaSelva Studio
01.2020 - 06.2025
- Manage and operate a recording studio, offering rental services on a monthly or hourly basis.
- Assist clients with recording, mixing, and production needs.
- Oversee studio maintenance, equipment upgrades, and workflow optimization.
Lead Audio & Ableton Consultant
Synca Audio
01.2023
- Designed and installed audio systems for an interactive music experience.
- Developed a central control system using Ableton Live.
- https://youtu.be/0POMxrz1v9A?si=6xMYgoFrMhLLWdS2
Education
Advanced Audio Production & Engineering -
Nimbus School of Recording & Media
GED -
St Johns
Marlborough England Associate of Arts -
Swindon Collage
Swindon England Skills
- Audio mixing
- Equipment maintenance
- Monitor engineering
- Live streaming setup
- Audio system design
- Digital console operation
- Audio post-production
- Team management
- Project coordination
- RF coordination
- Event management
- Corporate AV experience
Timeline
Audio Instructor
SAE
08.2024 - Current
Touring Monitor/FOH Engineer
SNRK
04.2024 - Current
Post Audio composer/mixer
Freelance
01.2023 - Current
Private Ableton Coach
01.2023 - Current
Lead Audio & Ableton Consultant
Synca Audio
01.2023
FOH & System Technician
Freelance Festivals
01.2021 - Current
Owner & Operator
LaSelva Studio
01.2020 - 06.2025
Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Nimbus School of Recording & Media
01.2017 - 01.2023
Freelance Audio Engineer
01.2016 - Current
Advanced Audio Production & Engineering -
Nimbus School of Recording & Media
GED -
St Johns
Associate of Arts -
Swindon Collage