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NEAL SCHMITT 140 GUERNSEY AVE. COLUMBUS, OH 43204 (614) 835-6325 [email protected]

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Engaged higher education Instructor committed to open communication, active

collaboration and the promotion of strong working relationships with students and co-

workers.

Professional Audio Engineer dedicated to the highest technical and aesthetic elements of

studio and live productions and inspiring others to achieve the same.

Over 17 years experience in the audio community demonstrating strong technical

entrepreneurial, and leadership skills.

Committed to creating challenging assignments that replicate real world situations and

using innovative grading techniques to insure students get helpful and constructive

feedback.


EDUCATION

Franklin University, Columbus, OH M.S. in Marketing & Communication Expected Completion (November, 2010)

Ohio University, Athens, OH Bachelor of Science in Communication

Magna cum laude (1989 - 1993) Audio Production major Film minor

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH Music Technology Coordinating Instructor (2006 - current) Curriculum development and instructor for Associate in

Applied Business in Music Management with a Specialization in Production. o Classes include:

Booking and Promotion Music Entrepreneurship Live Sound Production Mixing and Mastering Music Internship Music Production Recording Techniques Studio Management Music Capstone

DAW, CD Mastering and MIDI software taught includes:

Pro Tools HD & LE Reason

Garageband Logic and Logic Express iTunes Waveburner Pro Toast

Maintain Macintosh-based recording facility including:

Two multi-track DAW/MIDI control rooms Twenty-one station DAW/MIDI computer lab Grand piano and 3 isolation booth


Supervise studio managers & online booking calendar Hocking College (CONTINUED) Utilize social networking, such as Ning, Twitter and YouTube

to connect students and create a sense of community.

Use innovative grading techniques to support the learning process outside of the classroom.

Bolster student retention through quarterly one-on-one student

advisement sessions.

Originate and lead credit bearing student trips to audio industry conventions.

Promote interdepartmental cooperation to strengthen course outcomes.

Partner Music Production program with Hocking Theater program including conceptual sound design, sound effects and sound reinforcement.

Assist Dean with interviewing and hiring new School of Music instructors.

Advise and coordinate purchase of studio equipment, on-site equipment and software updates.

Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH Adjunct Instructor, Integrated Media and Technology (2009-current) Developed innovative introductory new media class introducing

a wide variety of students to powerful methods of communication.

Hocking College Summer Camp Experience, Nelsonville, OH Creator and Instructor (2007 - current)

Developed original non-audition music curriculum for high school campers.

Led camp workshops for song writing, music production and audio recording.

Recruited and supervised music production student volunteers.

Workbook Studio Internship Program, Columbus, OH Supervisor 2001 - 2006

Advised and instructed interns through an immersive four-

month introduction to all aspects of studio operations.


Lifelong Learning, Upper Arlington, OH

Creator and Instructor 2003 - 2006

Developed and taught introductory recording class. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Audio Engineer (Columbus, OH) 1993 - current RedBook compliant CD mastering Front of house live sound engineer Location recording including multi-track, stereo and interviews Theater Sound Design Film Sound Re-recordist Music Director/On-Air DJ – WLHD, WOUB-AM Sound recorder, field mixer and boom operator Sound system design for mobile DJs, nightclubs and houses of

worship Podcast script writing and recording Audio restoration Analog to Digital format transfers Coordinate event planning, time and cost estimates and client billing.

Workbook Studio, Columbus, OH Co-Founder, Recording Engineer & Producer 1997 - 2007

Designed, constructed, wired and acoustically treated a 3000

square foot, five-room audio recording facility.

Multi-tracked, edited and mixed music and non-music projects utilizing industry standard analog and digital recording equipment.

Mastered Red Book compliant CD projects for replication and duplication.

Maintained and balanced studio’s financial records.

Initiated unique promotional strategies resulting in 10% annual revenue growth including live concerts, photo shoots and music industry events.

Consulted with clients regarding creative methods for product marketing and distribution.

Marketing strategies resulted in national and local press

coverage.


Thornapple Studio, Columbus, OH

Audio Engineer 1993 - 1997

Multi-tracked, mixed and produced music projects utilizing 24 track 2 inch, ADAT, R-DAT and 2 track ¼ inch formats.

Increased studio traffic and revenue with active recruitment of

new clients and marketing of studio services. AUDIO ENGINEERING WORK

Over 100 released credits. Full discography available upon request. CREATIVE PRODUCTS

Pretty Mighty Mighty, Columbus, OH Drummer, Manager & Promoter, 1991 - 2006

Award winning original music act with national CD releases:

o Normal (Derailleur Records) o Famous Past Lives (Derailleur Records) o Ugly (Burnt Sienna Records)

Compilation CD appearances: o When It Was As Good As Pillow Talk (Round Circle

Records o Super Sampler Vol. 1 (Buzzkill Media) o Listen.com Picks (Razor & Tie Records) o Athens Music Project (Anyway Records) o Burnt & Bent (Burnt Sienna Records) o Cringe Compilation Vol. 1 (Cringe.com Records)

Marketing efforts resulted in: o regular broadcast airplay on college and commercial radio o reviews in national publication

Implemented marketing campaign to support national tours resulting in local press and radio support

Booked and promoted national tours

Showcased at renowned music conferences including: o CMJ Music Marathon, (NY) o NEMO Music Festival, (MA) o Undercurrents, (OH) o Midwest Regional Music Festival (MO)

Burned up one Ford Econoline van


Workbook TV, Columbus, OH Executive Producer and Host, 2005

Created two, thirty-minute live music television programs for

digital broadcast. Selected and coordinated music talent and eighteen-person crew. Performed on-camera hosting duties and authored show scripts. Managed expenses to complete the project under budget.

25 Hour Grand Prix, Columbus, OH Executive Producer and Engineer, 2004

Planned, coordinated and completed a marathon twenty-five

hour recording session involving seven sound engineers and twenty-five musical acts.

TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT

Recording Studio & Sound Reinforcement familiarity includes:

OSX DAW Software including: Garageband, Pro Tools, Logic, Reason, Recycle, Melodyne, Waveburner Pro, Audacity, Toast, and iTunes

Windows DAW Software including: Wavelab, Cubase, Sound Forge, Acid, CD Architect

Acoustics Amplifiers

Analog tape machines Automation Basic Electronics Cables and Connectors Compressors & Limiters Crossovers Effects (Reverbs & Delays) Equalizers Gates

Loudspeakers & Monitors Metering Microphones (wireless & wired MIDI

Mixing consoles (small and large)

Patch Bay Wiring Preamplifiers Subwoofers Studio monitors Synchronization

PUBLICATIONS The Marathon Men EQ Magazine Volume 16, No. 7 2005

Pre-Production Primer Tape Op Magazine #33 2003

Studio Tips Athens Musician Network 2002 COMMUNITY SERVICE

Charity Event Promoter, Columbus, OH


1999 - current

Conceptualize, plan and execute innovative charitable concert events.

Implement marketing and promotional methods including press releases and social networking sites.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Columbus, OH Friend-to-Friend Volunteer, 1999 - 2002

Mentor youth in recreational and social activities.

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