Sanele Freedom Gumede
Sound/Audio Engineer
Johannesburg
Summary
In my 18 years field experience gained during the working field, as a freelancing technician for a number of Production companies right to becoming an Audio Engineer/ Crew Leader at SuperSport International (South Africa). This has equipped me with fast problem solving mind set which allows me to work confidently on my work and to being well known and trusted in the Broadcasting industry. In my 12 years in the industry I have been able to work on all types of productions from live award shows, big sporting events to live worldwide broadcasted concerts like the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan as Team 3 and 2010 FIFI KICK OFF CONCERT in Orlando Soweto to Touring with most of Big Concerts show which where coming to South Africa. I have also been great experience in Protea’s Cricket Tours in South Africa in the past 5 years.
I’m available at your convenience. Please contact me on +27 81 042 1391 or Email me on saneletrocbeats@gmail.com. Feel free to make contact with me on any of the contact details above.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Audio Engineer
Supersport International
Johannesburg
09.2011 - Current
- Prepared for Broadcasting sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during broadcasting sessions.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to Broadcasting.
- Set up and tested equipment prior to broadcasts.
- Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of Broadcast Productions.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
- Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
- Maintained and repaired sound equipment.
- Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for Outside Broadcast and location Productions.
Live Sound Engineer
Gearhouse SA
Johannesburg
12.2006 - 09.2011
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Separated instruments, vocals and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Maintained working knowledge of flying and stacking speaker systems and digital and analog mixing systems.
Education
Sound Engineering
Damelin Westrige Durban
Durban 01.2004 - 12.2006
NQF Level 4 Certificate in Live Event Technical - Radio And Television Broadcasting Technology
Gearhouse SA
Durban 01.2007 - 12.2007
Skills
International Cricket Audio Mixers
Timeline
Audio Engineer
Supersport International
09.2011 - Current
NQF Level 4 Certificate in Live Event Technical - Radio And Television Broadcasting Technology
Gearhouse SA
01.2007 - 12.2007
Live Sound Engineer
Gearhouse SA
12.2006 - 09.2011
Sound Engineering
Damelin Westrige Durban
01.2004 - 12.2006
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