I’m James Aldrich, an audio professional and multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of experience across live sound, studio production, and music education. I’ve built and run my own audio business, mixing, recording, and delivering polished sound for clients, venues, and projects. Beyond the studio, I teach drumming, consult on and install audio equipment, and bring a hands-on, friendly approach to collaborations. I’m always exploring new ways to capture and shape sound, mentor others, and keep the music moving.

James Aldrich

I’m James Aldrich, an audio professional and multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of experience across live sound, studio production, and music education. I’ve built and run my own audio business, mixing, recording, and delivering polished sound for clients, venues, and projects. Beyond the studio, I teach drumming, consult on and install audio equipment, and bring a hands-on, friendly approach to collaborations. I’m always exploring new ways to capture and shape sound, mentor others, and keep the music moving.

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I’m James Aldrich, an audio professional and multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of experience across live sound, studio production, and music education. I’ve built and run my own audio business, mixing, recording, and delivering polished sound for clients, venues, and projects.

Beyond the studio, I teach drumming, consult on and install audio equipment, and bring a hands-on, friendly approach to collaborations. I’m always exploring new ways to capture and shape sound, mentor others, and keep the music moving.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Scheduler, NEMT Driver at Sovereign Medical Transport
June 1, 2024 - Present
Build and refined manifest schedules for all drivers in the company fleet, schedule new rides for customers, train drivers in the proper operation of wheelchair transport vehicles, and transport customers to and from medical appointments.
Owner, Operator, Head Audio Technician / Mixing Engineer at Aldrich Audio / James Aldrich
December 1, 2014 - Present
Studio recording, audio post-production editing (pitch correction, time correction, silence stripping, EQ, compression, etc.), live sound operation, audio equipment setup and maintenance, and training in audio services.
Pro Audio Sales Associate at Guitar Center
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2023
Selling products to customers, helping them find the correct equipment for their needs, troubleshooting customers’ technical difficulties, and training customers on how to use their new and existing products.
Live Sound Technician at Rose City Sound
October 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Transporting, setting up, operating, and tearing down live sound audio equipment.
Music Instructor at James Aldrich Drum Lessons
January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2020
Provided private drum lessons for beginner students.
Window Washer at See Clearly Window Cleaning
May 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Window washer and gutter cleaner in a two-man traveling team.
Courtesy Clerk / Barista at Safeway
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2019
Began as a courtesy clerk; transferred to the Starbucks kiosk in March 2017.
Courtesy Clerk / Barista at Safeway
March 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Second period of employment including duties at the Starbucks kiosk.

Education

Interdisciplinary Bachelor's Degree in Audio Production and Music Composition at George Fox University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021
Contemporary Music Center program (Audio and Music Technology) at Contemporary Music Center
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2020
Dual Enrollment / High School Audio Production Courses I, II and III at Clackamas Community College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2017

Qualifications

Audinate Dante AV Networking Level 2 Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 10, 2026
Primary FOH Sound Engineer for Contemporary Music Center concert tour
January 11, 2030 - March 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare