Resume

310-869-2333 elijahkaudio@gmail.com 9778 Fields Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Over 15 years of experience producing engaging audio content.

Audio Engineer/Producer, Bullish; Arlington, VA — 2021-2023

Developed the audio branding for Bullish to include music direction, voiceover direction, and sound design, and acted as the primary decision maker in its application to all video and audio content for public and internal audiences, and live events.
Led the creative direction for external marketing agencies, as well as internal teams, to produce advertisement campaigns which led directly to increased brand recognition within the industry and targeted audiences.
Conceptualized, produced, and engineered multiple recurring podcasts, including one providing weekly market insights for VIPs, clientele, and industry experts resulting in over 70% interaction/engagement with the audience, which increased episodically.
Managed the procurement processes for freelance talent, improved recording equipment, and updated software, to equip audio team members with the tools they needed to produce high quality content all within the allotted budget.
Mentored and trained team members, producers, and podcasts hosts/guests, providing guidance on technical skills and creative approaches for remote and home studio recording sessions.
Stayed up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies in audio engineering to keep produced content at the forefront of the industry.

Audio Specialist, VIVA Creative; Rockville, MD - 2012-2021

Recorded, mixed, and mastered audio content for broadcast television and radio, internet streaming, live events, and AR/VR/immersive experiences, in collaboration with editorial, motion graphics, and creative strategy teams.
Produced and engineered content for an internal Apple podcast platform consisting of multiple recurring podcasts while working closely with hosts such as Ebro Darden, Common, Pharrell Williams, and many internal Apple team members.
Developed innovative audio branding, music direction, and sound design for the marketing efforts of clientele to include AIPAC Policy Conference, Apple's WWDC events, BMW's M3 and M4 ad campaigns, and the in-stadium game opening video package for the Washington Nationals.
Sourced, hired, and onboarded staff and freelance engineers, and provided ongoing training and mentoring to establish best practices for the production of quality audio content.
Developed and curated music libraries for clients for use in live events, podcasts, and documentaries by utilizing industry leading production music providers, running studio sessions with production houses, and commissioning original music from composers.

Studio Manager, The Berklee Internet Radio Network; Boston, MA 2009-2012

Managed a large team audio engineers and assistants in the production of live, in studio performances and interviews that were broadcasted globally.
Developed and implemented the training curriculum for engineers, hosts, and guests to include best practices for studio recording, instructions for new equipment, and workflows for post production.
Procured and maintained studio technology including digital mixing consoles, microphones, outboard gear, and computer plug ins and software instruments.
Recorded, mixed, and mastered content for scheduled programming in accordance with broadcast standards for partners such as WBGO Jazz 88.3 FM.

Education

Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA — B.A. Music Production and Engineering, 2012

Skills

Recording, editing, mixing, and mastering in digital audio workstations, e.g. ProTools, Logic
Recording, and mixing with analog and digital consoles
Producing automated dialogue replacement, Foley, sound design, and music
Improving less than ideal audio by use of audio repair and noise reduction technologies
Applying acoustic treatment and construction to create optimal recording environments for studio recording and live sound