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SOUND DESIGNER
auralfixation.me | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-waggoner/
Professional Summary

Experienced Sound Designer with top-notch implementation and project management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in live production planning and deployment. Additional experience in distribution development and product presentation.

Skills
  • Technical Documentation
  • Storytelling
  • Process Planning and Implementation
  • Market Analysis
  • Design and Composition
  • Communication
  • Strategy and Execution
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Technical Design
Work History
09/2002 to CurrentSound DesignerCompany Name | City, State
  • Planned soundscapes and ambient sounds for over 50 projects.
  • Composed original music and sounds for over 20 productions.
  • Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
  • Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, and optimized songs and albums using elements, including equalization, compression and stereo enhancement.
  • Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain sonic standards of performing artists.
  • Adjusted sound according to variances in temperature and tonal needs.
  • Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
08/2018 to 05/2020Project ManagerCompany Name | City, State
  • Managed projects worth $1.4m in total revenue
  • Identified and developed new customers resulting in generation of over $400k of revenue
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints.
  • Developed and initiated projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance.
  • Headed project teams specializing in live sound reinforcement and system installation activities.
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict time frames and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
  • Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
06/2014 to 08/2018Western Regional ManagerCompany Name | City, State
  • Facilitated 300% increase in market share over four years.
  • Grew revenue by more than $2,000,000 while increasing market penetration within territory.
  • Secured and grew accounts in assigned region and met sales goals of 20% growth year over year.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Supported management by monitoring sales and devising weekly, monthly, and yearly reports to improve corrective action planning.
  • Identified and pursued new business leads to expand customer base.
  • Gave benefit-oriented, polished presentations driving dramatic revenue growth across multiple sales channels.
  • Contacted key accounts regularly and achieved high satisfaction scores by routinely re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts.
  • Worked with clients to find solutions according to specific needs and budgets and grew customer base through excellent services.
  • Researched customer needs, market trends and competitor activities.
  • Maintained long-term customer relationships to consistently increase sales.
  • Regularly hit at least 95% of quota.
09/2008 to 06/2014Application SupportCompany Name | City, State
  • Founding member for US Support team
  • Built and implemented education and training standards for US operation
  • Established and oversaw system design standards for US operation.
  • Collaborated closely with upper management to drive strategy through development and implementation of new processes.
  • Developed and delivered high level product presentations and training in support of strategic sales goals.
  • Presented business leaders with cost-benefit and return-on-investment estimations to drive project planning and execution.
  • Developed and maintained effective client communications to guarantee customer satisfaction and improve customer retention.
  • Provided support in constructing relationships within customer base to provide opportunity for expansion and growth.
  • Participated in on-site requirements gathering sessions and translated client requirements to determine project scope.
  • Oversaw installation of software programs and hardware systems to meet customer requirements.
  • Evaluated and adopted new technologies to address changing industry needs.
  • Investigated and addressed hardware and software system issues to enhance usability and improve functionality.
Education
05/2008Masters of Fine Arts (M.F.A) | Sound DesignThe University of North Carolina School of The Arts, City
04/2005Bachelors of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) | Theatre Design And ManagementThe University of Texas Arlington, City
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • The University of North Carolina School of The Arts
  • The University of Texas Arlington

Job Titles Held:

  • Sound Designer
  • Project Manager
  • Western Regional Manager
  • Application Support

Degrees

  • 05/2008 Masters of Fine Arts (M.F.A) | Sound Design
    04/2005 Bachelors of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) | Theatre Design And Management

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