Audio engineer with 20+ years in mixing, mastering, and music production. AES award winner, adjunct professor, and experienced in live and studio sound. Passionate about sharing knowledge and inspiring creativity.

Andrew J. Crutcher

Audio engineer with 20+ years in mixing, mastering, and music production. AES award winner, adjunct professor, and experienced in live and studio sound. Passionate about sharing knowledge and inspiring creativity.

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Audio engineer with 20+ years in mixing, mastering, and music production. AES award winner, adjunct professor, and experienced in live and studio sound. Passionate about sharing knowledge and inspiring creativity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

IT Client Support Specialist at USPS/USPIS
January 1, 2011 - Present
Provide Tier 2 IT client support, resolving hardware, software, access, and connectivity issues in compliance with USPS policies; adjudicated personnel security and suitability investigations per federal standards and USPS procedures; analyzed investigative and operational data to support risk assessment, decision-making, and compliance; supported operational and process improvement initiatives through detailed task assignments and cross-functional collaboration; coordinated with IT, security, HR, operations, and leadership to resolve technical and operational issues; developed foundational experience in mail processing, safety procedures, and high-volume operations.
Adjunct Professor at Visible Music College
August 1, 2024 - Present
Teach undergraduate courses including Producer Basics I-II, Intro to Live Sound and Mixing, and Recording and Mixing; deliver instruction across foundational and intermediate audio production topics; develop curriculum, lesson plans, and hands-on lab experiences focusing on DAWs, signal flow, recording techniques, mix fundamentals, and critical listening; lead practical sessions emphasizing workflow discipline, technical accuracy, and real-world production standards; evaluate student projects, provide detailed feedback, and mentor students in skill development and professional readiness; scheduled to teach Producer Basics II for the current semester, continuing curriculum refinement.
Audio Engineer/Producer at Freelance (Memphis, TN)
May 1, 2004 - Present
Provide recording, mixing, mastering, and audio production services across music, podcast, and live event formats; design and manage studio and live workflows with attention to signal flow, system reliability, and high-quality audio standards; collaborate with artists, organizations, and media teams to deliver polished, deadline-driven audio deliverables.
Live Sound/Broadcast Engineer at Memphis Church
May 1, 2022 - Present
Manage live sound and livestream audio for weekly services and special events in a high-reliability environment; operate and maintain mix consoles, microphones, and audio systems to ensure consistent, high-quality sound delivery; coordinate with production, media, and worship teams to support seamless service execution and troubleshooting.

Education

Bachelor of Music: Music Industry - Recording Technology at University of Memphis
August 1, 2009 - May 1, 2019
High School Diploma at Hillcrest High
August 1, 2005 - May 1, 2009

Qualifications

USPS Certified Facilitator
January 1, 2018 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other