Hi, I’m Prior Paul Mottley, an audio technician with extensive experience in live sound, monitor engineering, and stage tech across cruise ships and productions. I thrive on deploying reliable audio systems, supporting artists, and keeping gear well maintained from rehearsals to showtime. I enjoy problem-solving on the fly, collaborating with crews, and continually expanding my toolkit with the latest software and hardware in the field.

Prior Paul Mottley

Hi, I’m Prior Paul Mottley, an audio technician with extensive experience in live sound, monitor engineering, and stage tech across cruise ships and productions. I thrive on deploying reliable audio systems, supporting artists, and keeping gear well maintained from rehearsals to showtime. I enjoy problem-solving on the fly, collaborating with crews, and continually expanding my toolkit with the latest software and hardware in the field.

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Hi, I’m Prior Paul Mottley, an audio technician with extensive experience in live sound, monitor engineering, and stage tech across cruise ships and productions. I thrive on deploying reliable audio systems, supporting artists, and keeping gear well maintained from rehearsals to showtime.

I enjoy problem-solving on the fly, collaborating with crews, and continually expanding my toolkit with the latest software and hardware in the field.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

A1 Audio Technician at MSC Explora
January 1, 2023 - Present
Cast / Show install, running of all shows / rehearsals / sound checks for 6 singers, 6-7 piece band, and various guest artists. Setup and stage breakdown, maintenance and troubleshooting of audio equipment. Proficient with QLab, Dante, Q-Sys, Pandora, and assist Light Technician with lighting hardware maintenance.
Stage Technician at Royal Caribbean
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Assembled and disassembled props, arranged props/set pieces during show time, and assembled/disassembled band and lighting equipment.
A1 Audio Technician at Carnival Cruise Lines
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022
Ran all main theater shows, consisting of 8 singers and a band along with various acts across the ship. Executed sound checks, troubleshooting, maintenance of all audio equipment, and assembled/disassembled set pieces/props in the theater.
Monitor Engineer at Rene Sound and Vision
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Set up off-stage audio equipment, mix monitors and occasionally FOH. Rig PA, monitor systems for concerts, festivals, and corporate events. Maintained audio equipment and some lighting fixtures; provided training to new staff.
Roadie at Rent-A-Amp
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Set up and breakdown of FOH and Monitor world for concerts and festivals. Work with mixing consoles including Yamaha Rivage PM5, LS9, PMD5, M7, CL, QL; Behringer/Midas; X32, M32; Avid SC48; Allen & Heath; QU16. Knowledge of microphones (Shure, Sennheiser, AKG, Audio-Technica) and processing units (BSS, London Blue, Q-Sys).

Education

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts at Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute (ABHTI)
October 1, 2011 - April 1, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate of Leadership and Management
July 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Certificate of Project Management
July 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Q-Sys Level 1 Training
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Audinate Dante Certificate Level 1
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2026
Audinate Dante Certificate Level 2
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2026
Level 4 Tech Carnival Level Up Program
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Cross Training: Light, Stage and Automation (Basic Knowledge)
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Audio Course, Carnival/Pyramind
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Crisis Management and Human Behavior Certificate
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2026
Security Awareness Training Certificate
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2026
Crowd Management Certificate
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2026
Pyrotechnic Safety Certificate
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2026
Genie Lift Pro Certificate
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2026
OSHA 29 CFR PART 1910
June 1, 2014 - April 1, 2026
National Training Agency certificate
March 1, 2013 - April 1, 2026
Live Sound Engineering Level 2
March 1, 2013 - April 1, 2026
Life Skills Seminars certificate
March 1, 2013 - April 1, 2026
Live Sound Engineering (360 Training) certificate
March 1, 2013 - April 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other

Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

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