Kevin V Carafa

APS Engineering

Jun 2004 to 2000
Freelance Engineer
Guitar Center North Portland

Jun 2012 to Oct 2012
Recording Instructor
APS Engineering
East Hanover, NJ
Jan 2011 to Jan 2012
Audiobook Editor / Manager

William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
2011
Sound Engineering Arts
Jefferson Township High School
2004
Sound Engineering Proficiency

Intimately familiar with all aspects of audio engineering, including but not limited to: tracking, mixing, mastering, sequencing, Pro Tools, REAPER, Logic, plug-ins (AU, VST, RTAS), live sound recording / mixing, analog hardware (consoles, rack mount gear), microphone selection and placement, acoustic room design and selection, tape machine operation, alignment, and maintenance, sound design for film, post production, audio conversions and encoding, audio editing software, and virtually everything else. Strong background in Mac OSX and PC/Windows computer operation, assembly, and troubleshooting Ability to quickly and efficiently learn new software, or arrive at the best way to complete a specific task. Hands-on tech repair and assembly (soldering, installation, repair of cables / gear / computers). A thirst for learning about new and exiting technology and technological advances. A wide range of computer software knowledge, primarily on OSX: Microsoft Office, iLife, Apple Pro Apps (Final Cut, Logic), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Max, Pro Tools, REAPER, Fetch (and other FTP clients), Crossover, iZotope RX, Melodyne, Reason, Toast, Vector Magic, Wave Editor, XLD, and more. Experience with other creative technical fields: Photography and photo editing, video editing, basic graphic design, basic website design & PHP coding, basic CMS management