Sasha Miller
Santa Cruz
Summary
Sound Designer and Engineer from Oakland, CA, but currently based in Santa Cruz, CA working on a M.A degree in Theater Arts Design. Though I am primarily focused on Sound Design and Engineer, my experience in Theater and Film has provided me with skills that encompass various mediums. Organized, detailed, sonically inclined, and reliable.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University of California
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted faculty with course logistics, classroom facilitation, instructional assistance, demonstration, student mentorship, and organization of course materials.
- Graded and provided feedback on student assignments; supported equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning.
Sound Designer & Foley Artist
University of California
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Designed, mixed, programmed, and implemented sound effects, music cues, and Foley elements.
- Performed and executed live sound cues for all tech rehearsal and performances, with a variety of Foley instruments.
Production Apprentice, Sound Designer, & Audio Engineer
Santa Cruz Shakespeare
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with directors, designers, the sound design and engineering team, and production staff within a fast-paced, professional theater environment.
- Conducted audio system set up, maintenance, and live mixing for performances and tech rehearsals; maintained backstage microphones to ensure that audio ran smoothly throughout performances.
Costume Designer
University of California
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Conceptualized, designed, and rendered costume pieces.
- Executed alterations, repairs, and fittings; maintained organized costume tracking systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and tracked pieces.
Marketing Coordinator
SOMeCA, Cultural Arts & Diversity Resource Center
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Created and managed promotional materials for events and programs across social media platforms.
- Designed posters, programs, digital assets; coordinated physical distribution across campus, as well as tracked engagement metrics and adjusted outreach strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with marketing team member to ensure community values and goals were achieved efficiently.
Performing Arts Board Member
SOMeCA, Cultural Arts & Diversity Resource Center
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Advocated for diversity, equity, and inclusion within UCSC arts programming.
- Participated in weekly governance meetings and contributed to strategic and programmatic decision-making.
- Led event coordination, production logistics, and community outreach initiatives.
Sound Designer & Sound Board Operator
University of California
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Designed, mixed, and programmed audio cues using QLab & Reaper.
- Collaborated closely with director, performers, and lighting designers to achieve cohesive production design.
- Conducted sound checks, managed mics, and operated sound board during tech rehearsals and performances.
Sound Designer & Sound Board Operator
University of California
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Designed, mixed, and programmed audio cues using QLab & Reaper.
- Operated sound board during performances & troubleshooting when necessary.
- Coordinated with lighting, director, and stage crew to time cues.
Scene Shop/Set Design Crew
University of California
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Built and painted set pieces according to scenic design specifications.
- Assisted with stage load-in, strike, and technical rehearsals.
- Maintained workshop safety standards and handled heavy equipment & tools.
Wardrobe Crew
University of California
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported costume designer with fittings, alterations, sourcing, repairs, and labeling.
- Supported Backstage operations; set up and conducted quick changes, costume scene shifts, and costume tracking.
- Maintained, organized, and ensured the cleanliness of costume inventory.
Assistant Dance Choreographer
Alvin Ailey Dance Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led daily warm-ups and weekly rehearsals for youth dance workshops in Modern, Ballet & Hip-Hop.
- Assisted head choreographer with movement development, technique instruction, and staging.
- Supported a positive and inclusive learning environment for young student performers.
Education
Master of Arts - Theater Arts: Sound Design And Engineering
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California, CA06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California, CA06-2025
Skills
- Classroom support
- Organization and prioritization
- Decision-making
- Sound design
- Video editing
- Strategic marketing
- Educational leadership
- Sound engineering
- Customer service
- Flexible and adaptable
- Time management
- Sound mixing expertise
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University of California
09.2025 - 06.2026
Sound Designer & Foley Artist
University of California
09.2025 - 11.2025
Production Apprentice, Sound Designer, & Audio Engineer
Santa Cruz Shakespeare
06.2025 - 09.2025
Costume Designer
University of California
04.2025 - 06.2025
Sound Designer & Sound Board Operator
University of California
01.2025 - 03.2025
Marketing Coordinator
SOMeCA, Cultural Arts & Diversity Resource Center
10.2024 - 06.2025
Performing Arts Board Member
SOMeCA, Cultural Arts & Diversity Resource Center
10.2024 - 06.2025
Sound Designer & Sound Board Operator
University of California
04.2024 - 06.2024
Scene Shop/Set Design Crew
University of California
01.2024 - 03.2024
Wardrobe Crew
University of California
09.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Dance Choreographer
Alvin Ailey Dance Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Theater Arts: Sound Design And Engineering
University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
University of California, Santa Cruz