Michael Nichol

Skilled and adaptable sound engineer with a solid background in live music production, most recently working at The Jericho Tavern in Oxford, a key grassroots venue. Bringing hands-on expertise in live audio setup, mixing, and troubleshooting across a wide range of genres and event types. Previous experience as a chef, barman, and door-to-door charity fundraiser has developed excellent communication, customer service, resilience, and time management skills, alongside the ability to build rapport quickly and perform confidently in target-driven, high-pressure environments.

Recently relocated to Greenock and seeking opportunities in the surrounding area to apply my technical skills, creativity, strong work ethic, and collaborative approach within the live events, music, hospitality, or customer-facing industries.

Door to Door Fundraiser at One Sixty International (2026-01 – Present)

• Engaged with members of the public door-to-door to raise awareness of charitable causes and secure regular donations.
• Built rapport quickly through confident, friendly, and professional communication.
• Explained the charity's mission, campaigns, and impact to potential supporters.
• Met and exceeded fundraising and performance targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Handled objections professionally while maintaining a positive customer experience.
• Accurately completed donor sign-ups and ensured compliance with fundraising regulations and data protection policies.
• Worked independently and as part of a team, adapting to different locations and weather conditions.

Events Manager at Jericho Tavern (2024-03 – 2025-06)

• Responsible for the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of all venue equipment, ensuring it remains in excellent working condition at all times.
• Regularly liaised with promoters, touring crews, artists, and in-house staff to coordinate and organise events across a wide range of musical and cultural genres.
• Managed all incoming email correspondence related to bookings and technical enquiries, carefully assessing each opportunity in terms of logistics, technical requirements, audience potential, and overall fit to ensure the venue consistently delivered high-quality, well-attended events.

In House Live Sound Tech at Jericho Tavern (2021-09 – 2025-06)

• Sole live sound technician for a busy and renowned grassroots music venue, overseeing all aspects of live audio for touring and local acts.
• Responsible for full event-day technical operations, including load-in, soundcheck, mixing, and load-out.
• Liaising closely with artists, tour managers, booking agents, and promoters to coordinate tech specs, advancing shows via email and phone.
• Managed and operated a Soundcraft Si Impact digital console with a L-Acoustics PA system.
• Regularly interpreted stage plots, input lists, and riders to ensure smooth technical delivery.
• Acted as a key point of contact for all live events, ensuring both technical quality and artist satisfaction.

Freelance Sound Engineer at Self Employment (2021-09 – 2025-03)

• Freelance sound engineer working with multiple PA and AV hire companies, primarily supporting events for Oxford University and affiliated organisations.
• Responsible for delivering safe, high-quality setups, operation, and breakdowns for a wide variety of events — including parties, conferences, gigs, and live podcasts.
• Experience ranges from compact audio systems for intimate spoken-word events to full-scale outdoor setups for live music performances with audiences of 1,000+ attendees.

Chef at The Castle Tavern (2022-03 – 2022-09)

Acted as a dependable second-in-command to the kitchen manager, playing a key role in maintaining smooth kitchen operations. Utilised strong communication and teamwork skills to help the team meet service goals efficiently. Responsible for a high volume of food preparation, maintaining consistency, quality, and hygiene standards at all times. Undertaking preparation of kitchen on a daily basis.

Chef at Premier Inn (2021-10 – 2022-02)

Worked as a night chef, responsible for maintaining kitchen standards and delivering high-quality, efficient service within a small team. Ensured smooth late-night operations by managing prep, cooking, and cleaning duties while maintaining health and safety standards under pressure.

Kitchen Associate at J D Wetherspoon PLC (2019-09 – 2021-09)

• Worked as part of a fast-paced team to consistently deliver high-quality service under time pressure.
• Took on leadership responsibilities by running shifts, training new team members, and overseeing both opening and closing procedures.
• Also gained front-of-house experience, including table service and working behind the bar, providing friendly and efficient customer service.

Team Leader/Supervisor at Nags Head on the Thames (2017-07 – 2019-01)

Garden Team Leader in one of Abingdon's most popular pubs/restaurants. With a strong work ethic and willingness to help with any task. During the summer months as the garden team leader and ran a team of general assistants keeping the garden area clean and tidy, collecting dishes and glasses, cleaning tables and closing the garden.

GCSE in Music – John Mason School

GCSE in English – John Mason School

GCSE in Mathematics – John Mason School

GCSE in Combined Science – John Mason School

Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance and Production – City of oxford College (2021-09 – 2023-06)