Ahmed El-Essawy
Abu Dhabi,AZ
Summary
Versatile Sound Engineer possessing extensive knowledge and professional experience with FL Studio, Pro tools, Adaptive and resourceful with over 7 years of experience in recording collaborations and solo projects. Comfortable working under pressure and maintaining high energy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Producer & Sound Engineer
Valhalla Production Studio
Alexandria, Egypt
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Optimized sound quality in recordings by utilizing advanced mixing techniques and professional audio software tools.
- Enhanced artists'' creativity by providing expert guidance on song arrangements and production techniques.
- Handled requests for specific musical selections.
- Established a reputation for excellence in music production by consistently delivering high-quality projects that exceeded clients'' expectations.
- Managed budgets for recording projects, optimizing the allocation of funds towards essential equipment and personnel.
- Provided constructive feedback to artists during songwriting sessions, refining lyrics and melodies for maximum impact.
- Sourced talented session musicians for recording projects, enhancing the overall musicality of clients'' work.
Music Teacher
R- Music Store, B'sarya For Arts, Acousta Studio.
Alexandria, Egypt
04.2018 - 01.2024
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
- Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
- Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
Sound Engineer
Bibliotheca Alexandria
Alexandria, Egypt
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for various events.
Sound Engineer
Jesuit Cultural Center
Alexandria, Egypt
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
- Provided on-site support at various venues, coordinating with venue staff to ensure smooth execution of live events from an audio perspective.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
Skills
- Music Theory
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship Building
- Proficient in (Drums, Percussions and Guitars)
- Lesson Planning
- Music Technology Integration
- Mixing sound input
- Repairs and maintenance
- Analog Equipment Operation
- Managing sound quality
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Sound Engineer
Jesuit Cultural Center
02.2021 - 09.2023
Sound Engineer
Bibliotheca Alexandria
07.2018 - 12.2023
Music Teacher
R- Music Store, B'sarya For Arts, Acousta Studio.
04.2018 - 01.2024
Music Producer & Sound Engineer
Valhalla Production Studio
01.2017 - 01.2024