Kenwyn Cloete
Windhoek
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Producer
888 Records
Windhoek
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed musical compositions and arrangements for a variety of genres.
- Recorded, mixed, and edited audio tracks in the studio.
- Collaborated with artists to create unique sounds for their projects.
- Evaluated music samples to determine compatibility with artist's style.
- Performed live sound engineering during concerts and festivals.
- Mastered tracks using advanced digital audio editing software.
- Coordinated with clients to ensure satisfaction with final mixes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
- Maintained a library of reference material used during production.
- Analyzed feedback from audiences to assess success of songs or albums.
- Supervised other producers, engineers, and musicians during recording sessions.
- Reviewed contracts related to production services provided by the company.
- Attended industry events such as conferences, seminars, workshops.
- Provided technical support for equipment setup before performances.
- Advised musicians and vocalists on technique to improve end results.
- Aligned music with current genre trends for maximum success and profits.
- Facilitated strategic business plan implementation and revenue generation goals by increasing and maintaining audience attendance rates.
- Directed rehearsals to achieve tonal and harmonic balance.
- Instructed performers on history, fundamentals, and appreciation of different music styles .
- Rewrote original musical scores in different musical styles by changing tempos, harmonies, and rhythms.
- Prepared invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents to maintain organized filing system.
- Collaborated with diverse network of advertising agencies and production companies to provide custom music and sound design elements for many projects
Studio Manager
Garnetlines Media
Cape Town
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and best practices in media production.
- Researched new technologies to improve studio operations.
- Created detailed reports on project progress and performance metrics.
- Provided guidance on creative direction for projects as needed.
- Monitored daily operations within the studio environment.
- Troubleshot any technical issues that arose during productions or post-production activities.
- Prepared invoices for completed projects and handled billing inquiries from clients.
- Collaborated with producers, directors and other stakeholders throughout the production lifecycle.
- Facilitated weekly studio consultations, sales and order appointments.
- Guided studio equipment repairs and services to sustain high-level quality of work.
- Processed billing and payments for services and goods between company, clients, and vendors.
- Analyzed studio performance metrics to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
- Oversaw production timelines, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Live Sound Engineer
Garnetlines Media
Cape Town
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Set up and calibrate sound systems, amplifiers, microphones and other audio equipment.
- Mixed live audio sources such as vocals, instruments and playback devices during performances.
- Adjusted sound levels to ensure optimal quality of sound.
- Mixed and edited music and other types of audio content and operated sound consoles and systems.
- Communicated effectively with bands regarding sound preferences before each performance.
- Collaborated with lighting technicians to create a cohesive production design experience for audiences.
- Sourced replacement parts for malfunctioning equipment in case of emergency repairs.
- Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices.
- Engineered recording sessions and produced musical soundtracks for artists within various genres.
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Used sound editing boards to mix voices and music.
- Troubleshot issues with sound equipment and performed minor maintenance.
- Reformatted audio, digital and video files for editing, remastering and transfer.
- Edited raw voice recordings, added sound effects, and mixed to format.
- Set up sound editing equipment before performances and concerts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors In Sound Technology
Skills
- Music Composition
- Writing Lyrics
- Social Media Promotion
- Studio management
- Musical theory and practice
- Music arrangements
- Music editing
- Relationship Building
- Collaborative skills
- Professional Demeanor
- Musical arrangements understanding
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Self-critiquing skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Conducting
- Rehearsal coordination
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Analytical Thinking
- Time management abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Contract Negotiation
- Networking skills
- Event Promotion
- Event Planning
- Team building
- Excellent Communication
- Live sessions
- Budget Management
Languages
English
First Language
Portuguese
Beginner
A1
Afrikaans
Advanced
C1
German
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Music Producer - 888 Records
05.2023 - 07.2024
Studio Manager - Garnetlines Media
08.2022 - 03.2023
Live Sound Engineer - Garnetlines Media
11.2021 - 11.2022
Cape Audio College - Bachelor of Arts, Bachelors In Sound Technology