I'm Kyle Knickerbocker, a dedicated professor and musician with over 15 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years in the music industry. I’m passionate about teaching excellence and creating innovative curricula that engage students from diverse identities and backgrounds, helping them explore a range of educational opportunities and career paths. I collaborate with current artists and software developers, perform live, and enjoy immersive audio and interactive art. My work spans composition, sound design, recording, and post-production across education, industry projects, and creative installations, always prioritizing inclusion, equity, and hands-on learning.…

Kyle Knickerbocker

I'm Kyle Knickerbocker, a dedicated professor and musician with over 15 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years in the music industry. I’m passionate about teaching excellence and creating innovative curricula that engage students from diverse identities and backgrounds, helping them explore a range of educational opportunities and career paths. I collaborate with current artists and software developers, perform live, and enjoy immersive audio and interactive art. My work spans composition, sound design, recording, and post-production across education, industry projects, and creative installations, always prioritizing inclusion, equity, and hands-on learning.…

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I’m Kyle Knickerbocker, a dedicated professor and musician with over 15 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years in the music industry. I’m passionate about teaching excellence and creating innovative curricula that engage students from diverse identities and backgrounds, helping them explore a range of educational opportunities and career paths.

I collaborate with current artists and software developers, perform live, and enjoy immersive audio and interactive art. My work spans composition, sound design, recording, and post-production across education, industry projects, and creative installations, always prioritizing inclusion, equity, and hands-on learning.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Visiting Lecturer of Sound at Michigan Technological University
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Taught SND1101 Introduction to Music Mixing, SND1150 Sound Technology, SND3610 Third Year Sound Practicum, and SND3330 Sound Design; supervised 10+ students on DSP, transducers, original sound design, and motion detection projects (Haunted Smelter).
Visiting Assistant Professor and Head of Music Production Minor at Trinity College
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Led the Music Production minor, taught MUSC175 Introduction to Recording Arts, MUSC260 Advanced Recording Arts, MUSC270 Synthesis and Sound Design, and MUSC271 Sound for Film; supervised labs and student projects; curricular oversight.
Visiting Assistant Professor at Indiana University
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Created original lecture material, led Eurorack synthesis labs, and taught A101 Introduction to Audio Technology, A100 Foundations of Audio Technology, A321 Sound for Film Production, A202 Audio Techniques, and A350 Seminar in Audio Engineering.
Lecturer at Front Range Community College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Taught MUS265 Live Sound Reinforcement and MUS164 Music Audio Production II with lab-based, hands-on instruction.
Adjunct (2016 – 2017) / Lecturer (2015) at University of Colorado, Denver
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Delivered AP2 Audio Production II and MUSC4500-003 Topics in Professional Audio; focused on advanced audio concepts, labs, and projects.
Instructor, Audio Production at The Art Institute of California, San Diego
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Developed syllabi and taught AUDA202 Synthesis and Sound Design I, AUDA302 Synthesis and Sound Design II, AUDA223 MIDI Systems, AUDA312 Special Topics: Remixing and Composition, and multiple pre-program change courses.
Product Video Specialist at NiiO Analog
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Created product videos and supporting media; collaborated on interactive audio projects and demonstrations.
Interactive Audio System Designer at Makers Faire & the DO Lab
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Designed and implemented interactive audio installations and workshops; contributed to immersive audio projects showcased at events.
Audio Program Instructor/Consultant at Heads On Fire
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008
Developed and delivered audio programming and consulting services; supported creative audio projects.
Record Label Owner/Manager/A&R at Sub Pressure Recordings
January 1, 2008 - Present
Owned and managed a record label; oversaw A&R, artist development, and release strategy for projects.
Audio Engineer/Mastering Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2007 - Present
Provided freelance audio engineering and mastering services for a variety of clients and projects.
Sound Designer & Music Composer at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - Present
Created sound design and original scores for multiple projects across media and installations.
Live Sound Engineer at Freelance
December 31, 1999 - December 30, 2015
Served as FOH, A1, A2, and Lighting Lead for live sound; managed stage and sonic environments across events.

Education

Bachelors of Science at University of California San Diego
August 8, 2008
Interdisciplinary Computing in the Arts Major, with an emphasis on music tech
Masters of Science at University of Colorado Denver
August 31, 2016
MS in Recording Arts, and Pedagogy
Master of Science in Recording Arts at University of Colorado, Denver
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts at University of California, San Diego
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026

Qualifications

Certified Logic Pro
October 9, 2018
Certified professional in Logic Pro, passed test with 97% accuracy. Certified by Apple
Pro Tools Operator Level Certification
August 31, 2009
Logic Pro Master
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment

Skills

Experience Level