Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Awards
Certification
Timeline
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Kenny Mathetha

Sound Technician
7851 Phane Street Protea Glen Extension 11,Gauteng
Kenny Mathetha

Summary

Experienced freelance live sound technician with a background in working with the "I Love Soweto" movement and their monthly events at Soweto Theatre. Skilled in setting up instruments and sound systems, as well as operating the sound system during performances. Passionate about sound for TV/Broadcast and gained initial experience through volunteering at my local church and completing a short course in Live Events Technical Production. Currently pursuing freelance work in live events, collaborating with companies like R&R Media Solutions and Wisecomms. Committed to continuous learning and eager to contribute to the industry and my community by sharing knowledge with aspiring peers.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Norwegian Cruise Line

Entertainment Technician
07.2023 - Current

Job overview

- Oversaw the processes involved in arranging and dismantling musical instruments.

- Managed audio operations for notable shows hosted in onboard lounges.

Coordinated audio and lighting controls during live events.

I Love Soweto

Freelance Live Sound Technician
08.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Responsible mainly for:
  • Ensured proper setup of audio equipment during events.
  • - Set up and co ordinate setting up of instruments and connecting monitors on stage
  • Handled mixing console operations during performances without a band-supplied sound engineer.

Wisecomms

Freelance Live Sound Technician/ Stage Technician
05.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Coordinated important duties efficiently.
  • - Setting up Sound System for gigs we had
  • - Co ordinate with the managing director for equipment to be used for the gigs
  • - Operate sound system for gigs
  • - being a stage manager when someone else is operating sound for the gig

Yaonet PTY LTD

Tent Maker
02.2020 - 02.2023

Job overview

  • Responsible for assembling and dismantling of the Marquee (tent) for SANBS Blood Drives
  • - Washing of the marquee when it needs washing.

R&R Media Solutions

Technician
12.2016 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Provided technical services independently for R&R Media Solutions.
  • Contributed to the preparation of stages for numerous performances.
  • Supported installation of sound amplification equipment.
  • Handled audio equipment setup and adjustments from FOH to ensure optimal sound quality.
  • Assisted artists on stage by managing and setting up instruments.
  • Operated processes for equipment loading and offloading.

Elevation Of Praise Live Band

Live Sound Technician
03.2015 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Responsible for mainly:
  • Configured sound systems, arranged instrument setup and prepared cables for practice sessions.
  • Ensured high-quality audio output throughout rehearsal and performance events.
  • Oversaw all aspects of sound production within the band's structure.

Unique Foundation

Life Skills Facilitator
01.2013 - 12.2013

Job overview

  • I was assistant Facilitator in presenting/ facilitator life skills lessons to learners for grades 8,9,10,11 we would work hand in hand with the educators who teach Life Orientation at Protea Glen Secondary School.

Education

Campus Of Performing Arts Johannesburg
Midrand, Johannesburg

NQF 4 from Live Events Technical Production
07.2015

University Overview

  • In this course i managed to learn about audio systems and operations which deals with audio and its day to day operation
  • - Occupational health & safety in a work place
  • - Lighting Co - ordination (dealing with lighting namely the setting up of different lights, cabling, lighting controller)
  • - Power (learned about the different power supplies for shows and why is it important to know basic power and knowing which cables to use to connect power)

Skills

  • Live Sound
  • AV
  • Leadership

Languages

English
Isizulu
Xhosa
Sesotho

Awards

Top 10 in English Home Language for Grade 12 (Lenz Public School)

Certification

Project Management

NQF Level 4 Live Events Technical Productions

Timeline

Entertainment Technician

Norwegian Cruise Line
07.2023 - Current

Tent Maker

Yaonet PTY LTD
02.2020 - 02.2023

Freelance Live Sound Technician

I Love Soweto
08.2019 - Current

Freelance Live Sound Technician/ Stage Technician

Wisecomms
05.2018 - Current

Technician

R&R Media Solutions
12.2016 - 08.2019

Live Sound Technician

Elevation Of Praise Live Band
03.2015 - 12.2015

Life Skills Facilitator

Unique Foundation
01.2013 - 12.2013

Campus Of Performing Arts Johannesburg

NQF 4 from Live Events Technical Production
Kenny MathethaSound Technician