Matthew Biddy Audio Engineer
Canton, GA 30114
****.*****@*****.***
Objective: Seeking to acquire a challenging, full-time position to
continue my career in the audio engineering and production fields, in order
to bring my passion and creativity to others.
Education:
2010-2011
Atlanta Institute of Music
2875 Breckinridge Blvd. Suite 700
Duluth, GA 30096
Graduate of Modern Recording Arts Program, June 2011
2007-2010
Valdosta State University; Valdosta, GA
Studied core requirements with a major in Psychology
Recording and Audio Experience:
2012-2013: Assistant Engineer in multiple sessions, responsible for mic
placement, talent communication, pulling equipment, and session reports.
2012: Produced, Recorded, and Co-hosted a sports podcast from home studio.
2011: Assistant engineer for Clinton Lowe and the Georgia Game Developers
Association during voice over session. Responsible for mic placements,
talent communication and Pro Tools operation for recording audio for video.
2007-Current: Mix engineer and drummer for Alternative/Reggae act
Copacetic. Responsible for Pro Tools engineering, session organization
and session drum performance on tracks.
Familiar Equipment and Applications:
Consoles: Pro-Tools ICON, Audient ASP8024, Crest HP-8, Soundcraft
Software and Applications: Avid Pro Tools v.8 and higher, Ableton Live,
Apple Logic, Propellorhead Reason, WAVES Plug-In's
Microphones: Familiar with usage, placement, phantom power and polar
patterns for numerous types of condenser, dynamic, and ribbon microphones.
Skills:
Engineering:
Recording, Editing, Mixing, and Mastering audio in multiple programs
Console operation and wiring for Live Sound
Use with outboard compressors, reverb, and equalizers in studio and live
sound situations
Audio for video
Studio technology knowledge including building and repairing hard drives,
audio cables, and ethernet cables
Production:
Use of MIDI to produce music in multiple programs
Post- Production in Pro Tools
Sound Design
General:
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Hard worker with strong attention to detail
Works well under pressure and prioritizes efficiently in a heavy project
environment
Ability to work effectively in team atmosphere or independently
Trained to safely operate shop and power tools
Wood working and home/office renovation
Employment Background:
January 2012-Current
Icon Studios; Atlanta, GA
- Intern, Assistant Engineer
Supervisor-Stone Stafford 404-***-****
2011- Current
Manous Cabinet Shop; Canton, GA
Build, Paint/Finish, and Install Cabinets
Supervisor- Darren Biddy 770-***-****
2010-2011
Don Pablos Tex-Mex; Atlanta, GA
- Server, Bartender
Supervisor-Dave Gillespie 770-***-****
2010
C&C Enterprises; Atlanta, GA
Sales and customer relations
References:
Nite Driscoll- President, Atlanta Institute of Music 770-***-****
Alton Cain- Owner, C&C Enterprises 404-***-****
Maintained at least 30 hours per week working, as well as full time student
status during education