Freelance Audio Engineer
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I offer an inventive approach to solutions development and a talent for problem solving, an eye for design detail and an ear for great sound. It is a creative and technical balance that ensures innovative application of technologies and achieves absolute clarity of results. As an audio specialist, I have direct business experience as a distributor, consultant, contractor and audio engineer for both touring and fixed installations, so I understand at first-hand the needs of professionals at every stage of the supply chain.
This broad perspective combined with an approachable manner, commercial focus and excellent communication skills means that I can provide intelligent representation for companies at the highest level. I have been involved with PAVA systems since the early nineties, having specified and commissioned Millbank equipment for the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. More recently, I have worked extensively with Ateis, Baldwin Boxall and have some experience with ASL equipment.
I am very familiar with the corporate entertainment requirements at racecourses (some of which only race for a few days a year). I believe that Voice Alarm systems can also make great PA systems.
(2017-07)
Project Manager - Marquee AV Ltd
(2016-05 - 2017-06)
Head of Audio Engineering - RaceTech
(2014-02 - 2016-02)
Responsible for live audio provision at 23 racecourses across the UK, I managed a team of broadcast engineers for race meetings throughout the year. During my tenure, I completed significant upgrades at York and Cheltenham racecourses.
Systems Engineering Director - Fuzion plc
(2007-02 - 2013-11)
UK importers and distributors of a wide range of professional audio products for the touring and fixed installation markets. In this role, I created synergy between sales and technical support, to deliver the highest levels of service for both clients and consultants. I was responsible for product training and representation across the entire pro-audio product range. Key achievements include:
Managing Director - Draycott Audio Ltd
(1997-03 - 2007-02)
Running my own audio installation and hire business for a decade was a profitable and challenging experience. I also built and ran a recording studio for various projects including my participation in the Electro-pop collaboration "Broken!" which recorded, briefly, with Hazel O’Connor. Key projects included:
Audio Manager - Playlight Ltd
(1992-04 - 1997-03)
Responsible for managing the audio hire and installation division of a leading film, TV, theatre and lighting group. Key clients included:
Head of Sound - Library Theatre Company - Manchester
(1989-05 - 1992-04)
Responsible for sound design and operation of musicals and plays at both the Library and Forum Theatres, I spent a lot of time editing on 1/4 inch tape and transferring final mixes of music and sound effects to broadcast cartridges for show use. Musicals at the Forum involved live mixing of bands and orchestras along with multiple radio microphones and sound effects. I contributed original music and effects to a number of shows and enjoyed the combination of studio and live work enormously.
ABTT Diploma - City of Westminster College (1985-09 - 1986-09)
