Sicelo Piwayinkosi Ntshangase
Sound Engineer/Technician
Durban,Kwazulu Natal
Summary
Professional Sound Technician/Sound Engineer with excellent microphone techniques and experience setting up and operating audio equipment such as soundcraft Si Impact,soundcraft Si Compact, Soundcraft Si performer,soundcraft Vi 1,VI 1000,VI 2000,VI 3000,Yamaha QL5,QL1,LS9,M7, Allen and heath Qu,Q7,GLD80,Midas M32,m32R and Basic knowledge for Digigo consoles.
Manages multiple projects with little direction. Specialize in audio engineering in both live and studio settings. Versatile Engineer possessing extensive knowledge and professional experience with Different DAWs but mostly with Logic. Adaptive and resourceful with over 7 years of experience in recording collaborations and solo projects. Comfortable working under pressure and maintaining high energy. Proficient Sound Engineer offering 10 years of experience in music production. Connects well with clients to achieve desired sounds for productions. Creative with advanced Auto-Tune and Logic skills. Adept at providing services for studio sessions and live events.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sound Technician
Durban ICC Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Center
2019.06 - Current
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Mixed and edited audio for live and recording events.
- Collaborated with artists, producers and engineers to create audio recordings.
- Operated and troubleshot sound systems for various events.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
- Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Separated instruments, vocals and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Transformed video and audio recordings into digital formats for editing and archiving.
- Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Event Technician
United for Manpower Solution
2022.06 - 2023.01
- Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and escalated concerns where needed.
- Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
- Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
- Welcomed guests to events, checked invitations, and oversaw proper seating.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
- Helped organize and manage successful events with attendance of over 10 000 people.
- Oversaw event operations to keep running smoothly.
- Responded to inquiries from attendees and addressed any issues or complaints.
- Monitored and evaluated event operations to confirm continual compliance with regulations.
- Planned and maintained event timelines to track milestones and successfully reach event goals.
- Collaborated with directors and camera crews to lay out filming sequences and equipment requirements.
- Oversaw reservation and distribution of AV equipment and facilities for on-site presentations.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure necessary event services and supplies.
- Managed compression, digitization and storage of audio and video data.
- Directed and supervised event staff volunteers to maintain seamless event operations.
- Created graphics and layouts for live and pre-recorded talks.
- Assisted with event marketing activities, including creating promotional materials and managing social media campaigns.
- Researched and presented various AV options to presenters and site managers.
- Obtained, set up and loaded videotapes for scheduled broadcasts.
- Created and executed promotional strategies for events to hit attendee targets.
- Met budget targets with optimal formats, content choices and mediums to meet objectives.
Audio Technician
Vinyl Entertainment Pty Ltd
2018.01 - 2022.01
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
- Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
- Separated instruments, vocals and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Transformed video and audio recordings into digital formats for editing and archiving.
- Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
- Captured and recorded audio using standard field audio equipment.
- Maintained integrity of audio and support equipment and notified management of repair or replacement needs.
- Established and maintained accurate inventory of equipment to prevent loss or theft.
- Worked closely with 5 technicians to develop audio schemes for current and new productions.
- Provided audio mixing and recording expertise to field and studio-based productions.
- Set up soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines, monitors and speakers to satisfy production needs for live and taped programming.
- Executed field and studio audio at highest level of quality, meeting producer, and client expectations
- Operated, maintained and repaired PA control, stage monitoring, amplification and instrument and vocal reinforcement to support highest overall sound quality.
- Performed set-up operations and monitored audio levels from sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
Education
Associate of Arts - Diploma in Music Technology And Sound Engineering
South African Film Institute
Durban 06.2019
Associate of Arts - NQF Level 5 Sound Technology
South African Film Institute
Durban02.2017
Skills
- Mixing Sound Input
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Streaming Media
- Audio Production
- Sound Operations
- Sound Effects
- Operating Control Consoles
- Recording Equipment Operation
- Setting Up Microphones
- Sound Quality Management
- Reading Comprehension
- Systems Oversight
- Quality Checks
- Production Schedule
- Equipment Selection
- Speech and Music Recording
- Live Sessions
- Mixing and Mastering
- Event Shoots
- Studio Preparation
- Systems Analysis
- Live Sound Production
- Social Perceptiveness
- Special Effects
- Production Sound Requirements
- Recording Session Setup
- Apple Logic Pro X
- Pro Tools
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Event Technician
United for Manpower Solution
2022.06 - 2023.01
Sound Technician
Durban ICC Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Center
2019.06 - Current
Audio Technician
Vinyl Entertainment Pty Ltd
2018.01 - 2022.01
Associate of Arts - Diploma in Music Technology And Sound Engineering
South African Film Institute
Associate of Arts - NQF Level 5 Sound Technology
South African Film Institute
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