Connor Gruver

Connor Gruver 244 Nantahala Ave • Athens, GA 30601 • - •- Summary A highly organized and systematic recording/mix engineer who understands the fundamentals of sound as a physical medium and has a thorough knowledge of the traditional equipment and methods used to record and process sound. I look at problem-solving as a chance to find creative ways to improve both the efficiency and simplicity of a given element of audio production. Technical Skills - Mic placement with regard to frequency response, polar response, and array design Gain staging and signal flow from source to mix buss Acoustic properties and treatment of various spaces Proficient in Pro Tools 12, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live 10 Industry Experience Assistant Engineer, Full Moon Studio September 2015 to present - Place direct mics and room mics for recording vocals, guitars, amps, drums, aux percussion - Run cables in an orderly fashion from source to mic snake and notate inputs for each source - Direct signals through outboard gear and into the A/D interface using the patch bay - Tailor parameters on outboard gear as needed to achieve desired sound - Organize session in DAW using the I/O settings, labels and plug-ins necessary for recording - Communicate effectively with artist to ensure a smooth and complete experience - Mix sessions and send rough or finished mixes to client as requested Podcast Editor, Casper Sounds June 2018 to present - Align and mix individual track by adjusting dynamics and tone to sound natural - Remove undesirable noise and add brand content like theme songs and intros/outros - Export and upload, by deadline, a finished audio file that is suitable to all podcast platforms Intern, PL Pro Live Audio June 2015 to present - Load-in/out and set up speakers, consoles, cables, etc. - Change out mics and DI boxes between sets according to the needs of the artists - Monitor levels during sets to optimize sound quality Education University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia B.A., Digital and Broadcast Journalism B.A., Romance Languages (Emphases in Spanish and Portuguese) Certificate in Music Business Achievements and Other Skills - Achieved rank of Eagle Scout in 2012 - Proficient in Spanish and Portuguese - Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Premier Pro, Team Management, Digital and Broadcast News Writing, Camera Operation, Creative Writing 2017