Owen Maritz (Mal_Duif)

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I'm Owen, a music producer and performer with 10+ years of hands-on experience across production, live sound, and audio installation. I’m driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of sonic excellence.

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I’m Owen, a music producer and performer with 10+ years of hands-on experience across production, live sound, and audio installation. I’m driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of sonic excellence.

I love turning ideas into immersive soundscapes, building strong relationships with clients and peers, and continuously expanding my craft—from studio sessions to stage and field production. I’m excited to contribute to the music industry and leave a lasting impact through creativity and technical leadership.

  • 7 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • AfrikaansFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education

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Work experience· 11 roles

Music Event Organizer & DJ · BASS PARADEJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Music event organizer and DJ for an electronic music series; responsible for venue networking, playlist creation, coordinating performers, stage setup, sound and lights, and live sound engineering.

DJ · Private FunctionsJan 2024 – Dec 2025 · 2 yrs

DJ at multiple private functions, including milestone birthdays and restaurant events; curated playlists and managed on-site sound.

Live Sound Engineer · Encore Theatre (Hatfield)Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Leading a full tech team, handling sound & lights for diverse events (churches, beauty pageants, plays, live orchestras, graduations, book releases, etc.). Responsibilities include setup, client liaison, live mixing, media playback, DMX lighting, streaming, and fault finding.

Audio Installation Technician · De Vrye AutomationJan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs
Live Sound Engineer · Doxa Deo Moot – Tech TeamJan 2022 – Dec 2023 · 2 yrs
Radio Station Producer · Poort FM 88.2Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 · 1 yr
Live Sound Engineer · Private Coaching FunctionJan 2021 – Dec 2021 · 1 yr
DJ · Wonderboom LapaJan 2021 – Dec 2021 · 1 yr

Education

National Senior Certificate · HTS John Vorster2015 – 2019
Diploma in Music Technology · EMENDY Multimedia Institute2020 – 2022

Certifications and awards

Pro Tools Certification2020 – 2023

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