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Hi, I’m Andre M. Scott, professionally known as Don Medina. I’m a production specialist, DJ, and instructor with Madd Ruff Productions, LLC. For over twenty years I’ve worked in professional recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and sound design of urban music, with production credits across film, video, television, radio, web and other media.
I love creating warm, creative learning spaces—whether in person or online—and I’m committed to helping students master digital audio production using industry-standard software. I’m available Monday through Friday afternoons and evenings to teach and mentor.
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Work Experience
Audio Engineer at MADD RUFF Productions LLC
January 1, 1999 - October 30, 2025Mixed live sports productions and broadcast events, ensuring national broadcast audio standards. Managed A2s and on-location technical teams to deliver seamless live productions. Optimized intercom systems for live and remote workflows. Used Dante Controller to configure and troubleshoot IP-based audio networks. Collaborated with production, engineering, and operations teams to translate technical needs into creative solutions. Engineered multi-format audio post-production for TV, film, and streaming platforms (5.1, 7.1, Dolby Atmos). Worked with major artists and producers including Stevie Wonder, Usher, and Quincy Jones.
Audio Engineer at Various National Broadcast Networks (Freelance)
January 1, 2010 - October 30, 2025Mixed live remote sports events, ensuring clear and dynamic soundscapes. Maintained and trouble-shot large-scale intercom and routing systems. Established and monitored remote audio workflows for live sports and news production. Provided workflow solutions for integrating cloud-based audio systems into live broadcasting. Liaised with engineering and production teams to streamline technical execution.
Lead AV Engineer at Church Ministry AV Department
January 1, 2018 - October 30, 2025Led all aspects of live and recorded AV productions, from FOH mix to multi-camera integration. Managed Dante and AES67-based audio routing for seamless live streaming and in-house broadcasting. Trained and supervised volunteers on intercom systems, mixing consoles, and signal flow management.
Freelance Audio Engineer at Madd Ruff Productions LLC
January 1, 1999 - PresentMixed live sports productions and broadcast events, ensuring national broadcast audio standards. Managed A2s and on-location technical teams to deliver seamless live productions. Optimized intercom systems (RTS, Clear-Com) for live and remote workflows. Utilized Dante Controller to configure and troubleshoot IP-based audio networks. Collaborated with production, engineering, and operations teams to translate technical needs into creative solutions. Engineered multi-format audio post-production for TV, film, and streaming platforms, including 5.1, 7.1, and Dolby Atmos mixes. Worked with major artists and producers.
Audio Engineer at Various National Broadcast Networks
January 1, 2010 - PresentMixed live remote sports events, ensuring clear and dynamic soundscapes. Maintained and troubleshooted large-scale intercom and routing systems. Established and monitored remote audio workflows for live sports and news production. Provided workflow solutions for integrating cloud-based audio systems into live broadcasting. Liaised with engineering and production teams to streamline technical execution.
CEO at MADD RUFF PRODUCTIONS, LLC.
January 1, 1994 - PresentProvider of services related to all aspects of audio recording, audio production, project consulting and/or management, music production, live DJ services and musical equipment training and DAW instruction.
Music & Multimedia Instructor at Little Black Pearl Art & Design Academy
August 1, 2013 - October 12, 2019Taught courses across four daily class periods; prepared materials and lessons; designed instructional plans and activities; assessed student progress and outcomes; fostered industry-relevant learning experiences and flexible teaching to engage students.
Program Instructor at After School Matters
July 1, 2006 - November 1, 2019In conjunction with Benton House Community Center, Street Life Youth Media and LifeVine Works, delivered Live Audio/Record Production, Digital Music Production, DJ Camp, and Elements of Podcasting & Vlogging.
Chief Audio Engineer/Project Consultant at Blues Heaven Foundation (Formerly Chess Records and Recording Studios)
November 1, 2004 - June 1, 2015Organize/manage the summer and winter music festivals 'Blues Garden' showcases as well as handle the in-studio recording sessions.
Chief Recording/Mix Engineer at Paradise Recording Studio
February 1, 2000 - September 1, 2003Responsible for overseeing all recording projects and equipment maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at Columbia College
September 11, 1988 - May 21, 1993Dante Level 3 Certification (2nd Edition) at Dante
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Dante Level 2 Certification (2nd Edition) at Dante
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023RTS Intercom System Training at RTS
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Advanced Audio Post-Production Techniques (Dolby Atmos, Immersive Audio) at Advanced Audio
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Final Cut Pro & Adobe Premiere Video Editing Certifications at Final Cut Pro / Adobe Premiere
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025 at Columbia College - Chicago, IL
September 1, 1988 - May 1, 1992 at East-West University - Chicago, IL
September 1, 1987 - May 1, 1988Qualifications
Dante Level 3 Certified
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025Dante Level 3 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Dante Level 2 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023RTS Intercom System Training
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Advanced Audio Post-Production Techniques (Dolby Atmos, Immersive Audio)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Final Cut Pro & Adobe Premiere Video Editing Certifications
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Calrec AoIP Training Network 101 Part 1
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Calrec AoIP Training Network 101 Part 2
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Calrec AoIP Connect (Module 1)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Dolby Atmos Training - Mixing Dolby Atmos (Calrec Brio)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Dante Level 3 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Dante Level 2 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Dante Level 2 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023RTS Intercom System Training
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Advanced Audio Post-Production Techniques (Dolby Atmos, Immersive Audio)
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Final Cut Pro & Adobe Premiere Video Editing Certifications
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Calrec AoIP Training Network 101 Part 1
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Calrec AoIP Training Network 101 Part 2
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Calrec AoIP Connect (Module 1)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Dolby Atmos Training - Mixing Dolby Atmos (Calrec Brio)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Dante Level 3 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Dante Level 2 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Dante Level 2 Certification (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023RTS Intercom System Training
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Advanced Audio Post-Production Techniques (Dolby Atmos, Immersive Audio)
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Final Cut Pro & Adobe Premiere Video Editing Certifications
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Education, Non-Profit Organization
This is a select discography of the varying production work, which includes songwriting, music production, sampling, drum programming, tracking, and recording vocals, live instruments, mixing, and post-production
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