Hi, I’m Hemanth Kulamullathil, a seasoned sound engineer with 17+ years of experience in live event production, audio solutions consulting, and large‑scale systems integration. I’ve delivered operational excellence across 600+ productions, including 100+ international shows, consistently upholding high‑fidelity sound quality and technical precision. I thrive on multidisciplinary collaboration and have led diverse engineering teams and support staff to execute complex technical workflows in high‑pressure environments. I excel in translating creative vision into robust technical delivery, coordinating audio, intercom, RF, and networked systems for live events, festivals, conferences, and broadcasts worldwide. My background spans theatre, music festivals, motorsport, and international conferences, where I’ve partnered with production directors, engineers, and clients to ensure seamless audio experiences and reliable infrastructure at scale.…

Hemanth Kulamullathil

Hi, I’m Hemanth Kulamullathil, a seasoned sound engineer with 17+ years of experience in live event production, audio solutions consulting, and large‑scale systems integration. I’ve delivered operational excellence across 600+ productions, including 100+ international shows, consistently upholding high‑fidelity sound quality and technical precision. I thrive on multidisciplinary collaboration and have led diverse engineering teams and support staff to execute complex technical workflows in high‑pressure environments. I excel in translating creative vision into robust technical delivery, coordinating audio, intercom, RF, and networked systems for live events, festivals, conferences, and broadcasts worldwide. My background spans theatre, music festivals, motorsport, and international conferences, where I’ve partnered with production directors, engineers, and clients to ensure seamless audio experiences and reliable infrastructure at scale.…

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Hi, I’m Hemanth Kulamullathil, a seasoned sound engineer with 17+ years of experience in live event production, audio solutions consulting, and large‑scale systems integration. I’ve delivered operational excellence across 600+ productions, including 100+ international shows, consistently upholding high‑fidelity sound quality and technical precision. I thrive on multidisciplinary collaboration and have led diverse engineering teams and support staff to execute complex technical workflows in high‑pressure environments.

I excel in translating creative vision into robust technical delivery, coordinating audio, intercom, RF, and networked systems for live events, festivals, conferences, and broadcasts worldwide. My background spans theatre, music festivals, motorsport, and international conferences, where I’ve partnered with production directors, engineers, and clients to ensure seamless audio experiences and reliable infrastructure at scale.

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Skills

Experience Level

Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Freelance Gig
Expert
Mix
Expert
Pro Tools
Expert
Soundtrack
Expert
Steinberg Nuendo
Expert
Vocal
Expert
ChatGPT
Intermediate
Claude
Intermediate
Perplexity
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
Tamil
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced

Work Experience

Sound Engineer at Freelancer
June 1, 2009 - Present
Field Engineer at RIEDEL Communications (Freelance)
February 1, 2024 - Present
Operated and maintained Riedel Artist and Bolero wireless intercoms and MediorNet signal distribution systems.
Events Technical Officer at Louvre Abu Dhabi
November 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Provided technical supervision and managed complex system integrations tailored to event requirements; coordinated audio‑visual workflows for museum activations and conferences.
Audio Lead at LEVELS AV
December 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Formula 1 – Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024: Directed the operation and management of complex audio deployments across multiple high‑traffic zones.
Sound Operator at Encore UAE
November 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
COP28 UN Climate Conference – Dubai: Implemented and optimized large‑scale Dante‑based audio systems supporting multilingual interpretation; collaborated with 40+ international engineers for seamless integration.
Monitor Mix Engineer / Front of House Engineer at Thaikkudam Bridge
September 1, 2013 - December 31, 2023
Managed FOH/Monitor mixing and full system deployment for 600+ concerts worldwide. Optimized L‑Acoustics/d&b arrays using SMAART Live Transfer Function and Phase Alignment; directed a 15‑member band and technical crew, troubleshooting rapidly to maintain high standards under pressure.
Sound Technician at Picture Productions India Pvt Ltd, Chennai
April 1, 2008 - August 31, 2009
Executed multi‑track recording and post‑production for live sessions using Avid Pro Tools; ensured high‑fidelity audio capture for diverse artists and producers.
Sound Technician at Prithvi Sound
January 1, 2007 - March 31, 2008
Led design, setup & patching of audio equipment for live shows; managed pre‑show preparations, gear readiness, setup, and technical checks; controlled rigging and equipment installation.

Education

Audio Engineering Diploma at School of Audio Engineering
January 10, 2007 - November 13, 2008
Diploma in Sound Engineering at School of Audio Engineering (SAE), Chennai, India
November 1, 2006 - December 1, 2008

Qualifications

Dante Certification (Levels 1-3)
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
Sound Systems: Design and Optimization
March 1, 2019 - June 13, 2026
Sound Systems: Design and Optimization
April 1, 2017 - June 13, 2026
Advanced Audio Production & Studio Workflow
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Education
    Large-Scale Live Audio Engineering & Systems Integration for High-Profile Summits

    The Project

    Providing end-to-end technical management, audio systems design, and live sound operation for high-stakes international summits, conferences, and high-profile institutional activations across the Middle East.

    Key Technical Contributions

    • Networked Audio Architecture: Designed and deployed large-scale Dante, AES67, and MediorNet signal distribution networks to manage complex routing across main plenaries and multi-room breakout sessions.
    • Simultaneous Interpretation & Broadcast: Integrated complex multi-language audio feeds and interpretation workflows seamlessly with live international broadcast feeds under strict timelines.
    • Intercom & Communications: Configured and managed mission-critical communications utilizing Riedel Artist, Bolero, and Clear-Com FreeSpeak II systems for production crews.

    Core Equipment Utilized

    • Consoles: DiGiCo, Yamaha Rivage, Avid S6L.
    • Wireless & RF Management: Shure Axient Digital, Wireless Workbench, Sennheiser.
    • Software/Show Control: QLab (Redundant Playback & Timecode), Python custom AV scripts for network automation.
    FOH & Monitor Mix Engineering for Major Music Festivals & International Tours

    The Project

    Delivering studio-grade, high-fidelity live sound reinforcement for major music festivals (Bacardi NH7 Weekender, Mahindra Independence Rock) and global tours spanning over 600+ live concerts.

    Key Technical Contributions

    • System Optimization & Tuning: Utilized Smaart v8/v9 (Transfer Function, Phase Alignment, and SPL Logging) to optimize massive line arrays, ensuring absolute tonal balance and acoustic consistency across venues ranging from clubs to stadiums.
    • Mix Engineering: Engineered complex, high-channel-count Front of House (FOH) and Monitor mixes for complex international music ensembles and large-format bands.
    • RF Coordination: Managed high-density wireless environments, executing real-time frequency coordination to eliminate dropouts and ensure crystal-clear wireless monitoring.

    Core Equipment Utilized

    • PA Systems: L-Acoustics (K1/K2), d&b audiotechnik (GSL/KSL), Meyer Sound.
    • Consoles: DiGiCo, Waves LV1 (SoundGrid Architecture), Midas Pro Series. Yamaha
    • RF Coordination: Shure Axient Digital, Sennheiser Spectera.