Hi, I’m Jesse Tines, a Chicago-based freelance music producer and live sound engineer. I perform under the artist name Thorasis / The Gr8 and have been making music for about 11 years. I turned freelancing into a focused pursuit in 2020, collaborating with a wide range of artists on diverse projects. I primarily work in Ableton Live, though I’m proficient in any DAW, and I handle most beat production myself. My work spans studio production and live events, from hip-hop beats to other genres I love exploring. I also have experience as an audiovisual technician, setting up and operating gear like microphones, screens, projectors, and mixers for conferences and occasional concerts. For a sample of my tunes, search Thorasis, The Gr8.

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Hi, I’m Jesse Tines, a Chicago-based freelance music producer and live sound engineer. I perform under the artist name Thorasis / The Gr8 and have been making music for about 11 years. I turned freelancing into a focused pursuit in 2020, collaborating with a wide range of artists on diverse projects. I primarily work in Ableton Live, though I’m proficient in any DAW, and I handle most beat production myself. My work spans studio production and live events, from hip-hop beats to other genres I love exploring. I also have experience as an audiovisual technician, setting up and operating gear like microphones, screens, projectors, and mixers for conferences and occasional concerts. For a sample of my tunes, search Thorasis, The Gr8.

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Hi, I’m Jesse Tines, a Chicago-based freelance music producer and live sound engineer. I perform under the artist name Thorasis / The Gr8 and have been making music for about 11 years. I turned freelancing into a focused pursuit in 2020, collaborating with a wide range of artists on diverse projects. I primarily work in Ableton Live, though I’m proficient in any DAW, and I handle most beat production myself.

My work spans studio production and live events, from hip-hop beats to other genres I love exploring. I also have experience as an audiovisual technician, setting up and operating gear like microphones, screens, projectors, and mixers for conferences and occasional concerts. For a sample of my tunes, search Thorasis, The Gr8.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audiovisual Engineer at AVP
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
I managed setup and operation of audiovisual gear for live events, including microphones, foldable screens, projectors, and audio mixers. Responsibilities included coordinating gear for conferences and occasional concerts, ensuring smooth AV execution from setup to teardown.
Freelance Music Producer at Self-employed (Thorasis / The Gr8)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance music production under the artist name Thorasis / The Gr8, focusing on diverse projects and collaborations. With about 11 years of experience, I formalized the freelancing path in 2020, delivering beat production, arrangement, and production across various genres. I primarily use Ableton Live but am capable in any DAW, and I handle most beat production myself. My work emphasizes hip hop but remains versatile and exploratory across styles. You can find my tunes under the Thorasis / The Gr8 alias.
Freelance Music Producer at Thorasis, The Gr8 (artist name)
December 31, 2019 - Present
I’ve been making music for about 11 years and have focused the freelancing portion of my work as Thorasis, The Gr8 since 2020. I’ve collaborated on numerous projects with a variety of artists, primarily producing in Ableton and handling beat production end-to-end. While my main style is hip hop, I’m capable of working across genres and am a deep music enthusiast. You can explore my tunes under my artist name on major platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Live and Installed Sound at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Live and Installed Sound at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services