John Chiwale
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
A dynamic Production and Media Lead with a proven track record at different Corporate Events and Social Events, specializing in front of house sound engineering and multimedia storytelling. Expert in producing, recording, mixing, and mastering audio, complemented by strong teamwork and problem-solving skills. Achieved exceptional audio standards and content delivery, enhancing community engagement and internal communications.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Production and Media Lead
KMT Upanga
02.2024 - Current
- Led the production of media content, ensuring high-quality output and timely delivery.
- Oversaw media production, coordinating resources and schedules to achieve project goals.
- Managed sound engineering tasks for various media projects, maintaining superior audio standards.
- Oversaw front of house audio engineering, delivering exceptional sound experiences for audiences.
Sound Engineer Freelance
Freelance
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
Sound Engineer
Home Entertainment - Iringa
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided on-site support at various venues, coordinating with venue staff to ensure smooth execution of live events from an audio perspective.
- Front Of House Mixing for corporate Events and Religious Events
- 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.
- Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
- Supported musicians in recording sessions by offering technical expertise and ensuring optimal acoustics.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Developed customized solutions for clients'' unique audio requirements by staying current on industry trends and technologies.
- Optimized recording environments using strategic microphone placement techniques to capture desired sounds effectively.
Producer
Trinity Fellowship
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
Education
High School Diploma -
ALPHA HIGH SCHOOL
Dar Es Salaam04-2013
Skills
- Strong writing skills
- Front of House Sound Engineering
- Community engagement
- Produce, Record, Mixing and Mastering Audio
- Video editing
- Internal communications
- Podcast production
- Multimedia storytelling
- Solution-driven
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 18 staff members during live events
- Attended different workshops for sound Engineering
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Production and Media Lead
KMT Upanga
02.2024 - Current
Sound Engineer Freelance
Freelance
01.2024 - Current
Sound Engineer
Home Entertainment - Iringa
02.2022 - 01.2024
Producer
Trinity Fellowship
04.2019 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
ALPHA HIGH SCHOOL
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