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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, CA
06-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California, CA
06-2025

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
Sasha Miller