I am a seasoned music professional with more than 30 years in the music business. I specialize in recording engineering, music production, studio ownership, and artist management, always focusing on high-quality sound and collaborative creativity. I have built and run studios, produced records, and mentored artists, bringing an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for great music to every project. Beyond the studio, I have taught recording technology and music business, and I bring strong customer service and team leadership to every engagement. I’m constantly composing and playing keyboards, guitar, and drums, and I enjoy guiding others to develop their craft and careers in the industry.…

Juan "Jake" Rodriguez

I am a seasoned music professional with more than 30 years in the music business. I specialize in recording engineering, music production, studio ownership, and artist management, always focusing on high-quality sound and collaborative creativity. I have built and run studios, produced records, and mentored artists, bringing an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for great music to every project. Beyond the studio, I have taught recording technology and music business, and I bring strong customer service and team leadership to every engagement. I’m constantly composing and playing keyboards, guitar, and drums, and I enjoy guiding others to develop their craft and careers in the industry.…

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I am a seasoned music professional with more than 30 years in the music business. I specialize in recording engineering, music production, studio ownership, and artist management, always focusing on high-quality sound and collaborative creativity. I have built and run studios, produced records, and mentored artists, bringing an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for great music to every project.

Beyond the studio, I have taught recording technology and music business, and I bring strong customer service and team leadership to every engagement. I’m constantly composing and playing keyboards, guitar, and drums, and I enjoy guiding others to develop their craft and careers in the industry.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at Urban Grooves Productions
April 1, 2005 - Present
Provide music production services for clients using Logic ProX and ProTools HD software. Pitch and sell production packages to clients, create and design after-school curriculum, and teach after-school classes through the educational company MRPT (Music Recording Production Technology).
Owner at Takeoff Terminal Studios
October 31, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Provide recording engineering services using ProTools HD recording software, including recording live bands and live video podcasts. Manage social media updates, marketing, and promotion for the studio, clients, and their products.
Summer Tech Program Instructor at Digital Media Academy
July 31, 2018 - August 3, 2025
Taught Logic Pro X, Ableton LIVE, and iZotope OZONE to summer campers.
Owner at Budaful Sound Studios
December 31, 2023 - Present
Provide recording/mixing and music production services for clients using ProTools 2025, Ozone 10, Arcade, Splice, Suno, Fadr, Audimee, along with the Waves Bundle.
Designer/Owner at MRPT (Music Recording Production Technology)
July 28, 2012 - Present
Created/designed after-school curriculum teaching students to write, arrange, record, and produce an original song, that would later be promoted/sold through Social media sites.

Education

Basic Recording Engineering Courses at Columbia College
January 1, 1991 - May 31, 1992
Certificate of Completion: Recording Engineer and Music Production at The Recording Workshop, Chillicothe, OH
February 1, 1990 - April 16, 1990
Certificate of Completion: Network Engineering at CyberTex Institute Of Technology
February 3, 2014 - January 16, 2015

Qualifications

Network Engineer Certificate
February 3, 2014 - January 16, 2015
Certificate of Completion: Recording Engineer and Music Production
February 1, 1990 - April 16, 1990

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Software & Internet