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Maria Gonzalez

Senior Sound Engineer at Apex Audio Post

Summary

Experience

Senior Sound EngineerApex Audio Post
Los Angeles, CAMar 2021Present
  • Led audio post-production for 12 feature films and 3 television series, consistently delivering projects 10% under budget.
  • Improved sound design workflow efficiency by 25% through implementing new digital audio workstations and plugin suites.
  • Mixed and mastered over 50 hours of content, resulting in a 95% client satisfaction rate based on post-project surveys.
  • Mentored junior engineers, increasing team productivity by 15% within the first year.
Mixing & Recording EngineerSilver Moon Studios
Burbank, CAJun 2018Mar 2021
  • Engineered and mixed over 80 music tracks for independent artists, contributing to 5 charting releases on local radio.
  • Reduced average session setup time by 20% through meticulous equipment pre-configuration and template creation.
  • Managed studio equipment inventory valued at $250,000, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime.
  • Collaborated with producers to achieve desired sonic aesthetics for diverse genres, enhancing creative output.
Assistant Audio EngineerMetro Sound Solutions
Los Angeles, CAOct 2017May 2018
  • Assisted lead engineers on 30+ recording sessions, improving session efficiency by troubleshooting technical issues.
  • Maintained and calibrated studio equipment, extending lifespan by an estimated 15%.
  • Organized and archived digital audio assets, streamlining access for future projects.

Portfolio & Projects

The Echoes Within (Short Film)
Jan 2022Apr 2022
  • Delivered full audio post-production, including sound design, dialogue editing, and final mix for a 20-minute independent short film.
  • Engineered custom sound effects and ambiences that enhanced the narrative's emotional impact, receiving critical praise.
  • Managed audio deliverables to ensure compliance with festival loudness standards, contributing to selections at 3 film festivals.
Synthwave Sessions (EP)
Sep 2020Feb 2021
  • Recorded, mixed, and mastered a 5-track electronic music EP, achieving a cohesive and polished sonic signature.
  • Collaborated closely with the artist to realize their artistic vision, resulting in over 100,000 streams across platforms.
  • Optimized stereo imaging and dynamic range for immersive listening across diverse playback systems.
Interactive Storybook App (Mobile Game)
May 2019Nov 2019
  • Designed and implemented all sound effects and background music for an educational mobile game, enhancing user engagement.
  • Managed voiceover recording sessions with child actors, ensuring clear dialogue and consistent audio quality.
  • Integrated audio assets into the game engine, optimizing for mobile performance and low latency playback.

Education

Full Sail UniversityBachelor of Science in Audio Production
Winter Park, FLSep 2014Sep 2017
  • Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0.
  • Awarded "Outstanding Achievement in Mixing & Mastering" for capstone project.
  • Completed over 1,500 hours of hands-on studio production and engineering.

Skills

Audio Software
Pro ToolsLogic Pro XAbleton LiveAdobe AuditioniZotope RXWaves PluginsFabFilter Suite
Hardware & Equipment
Analog & Digital Mixers (SSL, Avid ICON)Microphones (Neumann, Shure)Outboard GearPatchbaysMIDI ControllersSync Systems
Technical Skills
Multi-track RecordingMixingMasteringSound DesignFoleyADRDialogue EditingNoise ReductionAudio RestorationSignal Flow
Post-Production
Broadcast MixingSurround Sound (5.1, 7.1)Sound for PictureGame Audio ImplementationDialogue Sweetening
Soft Skills
Project ManagementClient RelationsTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingCreative DirectionAttention to Detail