I have spent over 20 years recording, producing, mixing and mastering music. I've also been a music composer for several smaller brands over the years and have recently composed music for several product tutorial videos. I've also released a record recently under my moniker, AMFOM.…

Luke A. Smith

I have spent over 20 years recording, producing, mixing and mastering music. I've also been a music composer for several smaller brands over the years and have recently composed music for several product tutorial videos. I've also released a record recently under my moniker, AMFOM.…

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I have spent over 20 years recording, producing, mixing and mastering music. I’ve also been a music composer for several smaller brands over the years and have recently composed music for several product tutorial videos. I’ve also released a record recently under my moniker, AMFOM.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Eastern US Sales Associate at Avid Technology, Inc. (acquired Euphonix)
November 1, 2006 - December 1, 2007
Facilitated, managed, and completed Direct Console Sales while US Sales Associate. Closed large Mixing console deals with companies such as Discovery Communications, CNN, & University of Miami. Activities included product demonstrations, official bid responses, system drawings, updating CRM database. Aided in installation of mixing systems and provided direct technical support after installation. Managed and supported Eastern retail channels.
US Channel Sales Executive at Avid Technology, Inc. (acquired Euphonix)
January 1, 2008 - April 1, 2010
Established and managed all US reseller accounts while US Retail Sales Executive. Consistently achieved and exceeded Quarterly Sales Quota. Supported reseller accounts by conceiving and implementing sales promotions and in-store trainings. Provided technical support and sales support. Conceived, promoted and executed public product presentations. Facilitated marketing endorsements and provided technical and operational support for high-profile clients.
Channel Sales Manager | The Americas at Rupert Neve Designs, LLC
April 1, 2010 - May 1, 2011
Responsible for sales quota in the Americas for the Artist Series product line. Interface directly with Enterprise, EDU, Retail/MI, & Pro Channel sales divisions to facilitate Artist Series Control Surface Sales. Conceive, schedule and present public events with technology partners such as Apple, AJA, Autodesk, & Universal Audio. Aid Avid in reseller account transitions. Responsible for training all video and audio resellers on Artist Series product line.
Application Specialist | The Americas at Rupert Neve Designs, LLC
January 1, 2011 - November 1, 2011
Pre-sales support and Channel support for all Avid Pro Audio products. Interface directly with field marketing and Pro Video/Broadcast specialists to conduct public events and joint trainings. Create and produce product marketing and training videos. Cultivated large installation sales with Enterprise Team. Handle technical support for VIP customers.
Senior Channel Sales Manager at Rupert Neve Designs, LLC
September 1, 2018 - March 1, 2022
Established a US Pro Audio dealer network, cultivated large system sales, and managed pre- and post-sales support and installation for small and large systems. Led a team of salespeople to support the dealer network and contributed marketing via video tutorials, public presentations and social media content.
Product Manager at Rupert Neve Designs, LLC
March 1, 2022 - Present
Established a new department for product design, management and marketing. Created and managed product roadmaps. Collaborated with engineering, sales & marketing, support & service and executive teams to drive new product development and technical partnerships. Created technical documentation and content, conducted internal and external product trainings. Led product launches and market research, aligning strategies across the company.
Sales & Marketing Manager – Pro Audio | North America at Waves Audio, Ltd.
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Primarily responsible for a five-year period of significant sales growth. Grew and managed the channel & direct sales for Waves products in Music, Live Sound, Post Production and Broadcast Pro Audio market segments. Hired, trained and managed a team of Regional sales specialists. Conducted trainings, public events and product webinars. Worked with marketing on content creation, artist relations and social media campaigns. Managed enterprise and educational client sales and channel strategy.
Sales & Product Specialist | US at Waves Audio, Ltd.
November 1, 2011 - December 1, 2013
Managed the majority of US Pro Audio dealers directly and managed two rep firms, as well as other Product Specialists. Grew the NA channel network for Waves Live sound products. Produced product videos for the website.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Recording Arts with Honors at SAE Institute, Middlesex University, Byron Bay, Australia
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2005
Audio Technology Degree at School of Audio Engineering (SAE), New York, NY
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2004
Art History and Music Studies at The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002

Qualifications

Solid State Logic (SSL) 9000K Super-Analogue Mixing Console
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026
Mackie Digital 8 Bus Mixing Console
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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