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Kirishanth Kalairaj

Ajax,Canada

Summary

Extensive experience setting up, installing, and maintaining a variety of audio equipment. Worked with loudspeakers, amplifiers, soundboards, microphones, and more. Proficient in use of digital and multimedia recording and sound applications. Knowledgeable in the area of audio signal processing. Worked on producing sound for live shows as well as studio recordings. Detail-oriented and calm even in chaotic or stressful situations. Organized, amiable professional who gets along well with colleagues and clients alike. Passionate about achieving technical excellence with each project. Excited about finding new techniques and approaches for creating unique sounds that clients want and making each production the best it can be. Excellent microphone technique Proficient in digital technology, including MIDI application, ProTools, DSP, Cool Edit, and a variety of digital mixing software Instrument and voice recording Sound reinforcement, effects, mixing, synthesis Analog and digital sound editing RCs selector Highly personable, excellent communicator Detail-oriented and thorough

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audio Engineer

Elevation Church Toronto
01.2023 - Current
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
  • Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
  • Maximized studio productivity through effective scheduling, setup, and teardown procedures for recording sessions.
  • Enhanced audio quality by expertly mixing and mastering recordings for various projects.

FREELANCE AUDIO ENGINEER

THE Drake Hotel
04.2022 - Current
  • Mix FOH for various genres and artists using an Avid SC48
  • Mix Mons (IEM's and wedges) from FOH
  • Develop a proficient workflow in order to provide results under a tight schedule

Canada Event Center

Audio Engineer and Technical Director
02.2022 - Current
  • Maintained a strong attendance record, exemplifying dedication and reliability in fulfilling job responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills by identifying and resolving operational bottlenecks, leading to increased productivity and improved output quality.
  • Supported quality control efforts by identifying and reporting any defective products or issues encountered during the cutting process.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by promptly addressing any equipment malfunctions or breakdowns with minimal downtime.

Lead Audio Engineer

THE RIVER WORSHIP
01.2022 - Current
  • Contributed to award-winning productions by delivering exceptional mixes that met or surpassed industry standards.
  • Maximized studio efficiency by maintaining proper calibration of all audio equipment, ensuring optimal performance levels at all times.
  • Strengthened client confidence through meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of audio engineering tasks.
  • Enhanced audio quality by meticulously mixing and mastering sound elements for various projects.

Freelance Audio Engineer

Churches
11.2021 - Current

ELEVATION CHURCH

GKM CHURCH

UNIONVILLE ALLIANCE CHURCH

EMBASSY CHURCH

TORONTO HARVEST CHRUCH

IVOC

CATCH THE FIRE CHURCH

Freelance Audio Engineer

Production Companies
11.2020 - Current
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
  • Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
  • Maximized studio productivity through effective scheduling, setup, and teardown procedures for recording sessions.

APEX

SOUND BOX

SOUND DB

SOLO TECH

CCR

SV MEDIA

MAC SHOW

LIVE WIRE

The Drake Hotel

Audio Engineer
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

AUDIO ENGINEERING SPECIALIST -

Metalworks Institute
Mississauga

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Dante Certified Engineer

Audient Dante
Online
03.2024

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - RF TECH

Shure
Shure
05.2023

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Digico Certified Engineer

Digoco
Digico
06.2022

BACHELOR OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING -

American National College
02.2017

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Jaffna hindu college
Jaffna
02.2014

Skills

  • Hardware management
  • Streaming Media
  • Advanced Problem Resolution
  • Music Mixing and Editing
  • Mixing techniques
  • Digital Audio Software
  • Organization and time management
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Systems Oversight
  • Television Production
  • Quality Standards

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Dante

Digico

Shure

Rational acqustic

Avid

Xta

Timeline

Audio Engineer

Elevation Church Toronto
01.2023 - Current

The Drake Hotel

Audio Engineer
06.2022 - 10.2023

FREELANCE AUDIO ENGINEER

THE Drake Hotel
04.2022 - Current

Canada Event Center

Audio Engineer and Technical Director
02.2022 - Current

Lead Audio Engineer

THE RIVER WORSHIP
01.2022 - Current

Freelance Audio Engineer

Churches
11.2021 - Current

Freelance Audio Engineer

Production Companies
11.2020 - Current

BACHELOR OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING -

American National College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Jaffna hindu college

Dante

Digico

Shure

Rational acqustic

Avid

Xta

AUDIO ENGINEERING SPECIALIST -

Metalworks Institute

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Dante Certified Engineer

Audient Dante

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - RF TECH

Shure

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Digico Certified Engineer

Digoco
Kirishanth Kalairaj