I am a multifaceted musician, composer, producer, and audio engineer with more than 30 years of professional experience. As the founder and owner of Master Fade Music, I specialize in original composition, production, mixing, mastering, and sound design for film, television, video games, and commercial brands. My work has been featured on Paramount/Viacom/CBS, Telepictures Productions, and for global companies including Google, YouTube, Sony Computer Entertainment of America, and Starbucks. Beyond music, I bring strong experience in high-ticket sales and customer service, where I’ve honed the ability to simplify complex ideas, build trust, and close deals. I’ve also taught Pro Tools 101 at San Francisco State University and continue to provide private instruction in both music and technology. I am passionate about delivering high-quality results, inspiring creativity, and connecting people to meaningful sound experiences.

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I am a multifaceted musician, composer, producer, and audio engineer with more than 30 years of professional experience. As the founder and owner of Master Fade Music, I specialize in original composition, production, mixing, mastering, and sound design for film, television, video games, and commercial brands. My work has been featured on Paramount/Viacom/CBS, Telepictures Productions, and for global companies including Google, YouTube, Sony Computer Entertainment of America, and Starbucks. Beyond music, I bring strong experience in high-ticket sales and customer service, where I’ve honed the ability to simplify complex ideas, build trust, and close deals. I’ve also taught Pro Tools 101 at San Francisco State University and continue to provide private instruction in both music and technology. I am passionate about delivering high-quality results, inspiring creativity, and connecting people to meaningful sound experiences.

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I am a multifaceted musician, composer, producer, and audio engineer with more than 30 years of professional experience. As the founder and owner of Master Fade Music, I specialize in original composition, production, mixing, mastering, and sound design for film, television, video games, and commercial brands. My work has been featured on Paramount/Viacom/CBS, Telepictures Productions, and for global companies including Google, YouTube, Sony Computer Entertainment of America, and Starbucks.

Beyond music, I bring strong experience in high-ticket sales and customer service, where I’ve honed the ability to simplify complex ideas, build trust, and close deals. I’ve also taught Pro Tools 101 at San Francisco State University and continue to provide private instruction in both music and technology. I am passionate about delivering high-quality results, inspiring creativity, and connecting people to meaningful sound experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner / Music Composer / Producer / Mix Engineer at Master Fade Music
January 1, 2004 - June 11, 2024
Founded and have been growing Master Fade Music since 2004, providing a broad range of musical and audio services including original music composition in various genres, music production, mixing, sound design, editing, and more.
Music Composer / Mix Engineer at Diamond Mine Productions
January 1, 2015 - June 11, 2024
Composed original music for network television, including for Viacom/CBS and Telepictures Productions, creating multiple mixed 'radio ready' pieces weekly, targeting specific emotions, genres, and styles.
Live Sound Engineer at The Starlight Room
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Managed live sound setup for bands, mixing front of house, monitors, and ambient speakers in a challenging acoustic environment at The Starlight Room nightclub atop the Sir Francis Drake hotel in San Francisco.
Assistant Mix Engineer at Wavegroup Sound
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Assisted senior mix engineers in session setup and music mixing at Wavegroup Sound, known for producing cover songs for top-selling Guitar Hero & Rock Band video games.
Owner / Composer / Producer / Mix Engineer at Master Fade Music
January 1, 2004 - Present
Founded and operates a full-service music production company delivering original compositions, production, mixing, mastering, sound design, and post-production services. Produced music across nearly every genre for film, TV, video games, and commercial brands. Built and managed long-term client relationships with leading companies including Google, YouTube, Sony Computer Entertainment of America, and Starbucks.
Composer / Mix Engineer at Diamond Mine Productions
January 1, 2015 - Present
Compose and mix original music for network television including Viacom/CBS and Telepictures syndicated shows. Deliver multiple “radio-ready” tracks weekly on deadline, often targeting specific emotions, genres, or styles. Collaborate closely with producers to align music with visual storytelling.
Live Sound Engineer at The Starlight Room
January 1, 2012 - September 9, 2025
Set up and mixed live audio for bands and DJs in one of San Francisco’s most iconic nightclubs. Mixed front of house, monitors, and ambient systems, solving acoustic challenges in a uniquely complex room design.
Assistant Mix Engineer at WaveGroup Sound
January 1, 2008 - Present
Supported senior engineers with session prep and mixing for Guitar Hero and Rock Band video games. Ensured accurate recreation of cover songs, contributing to one of the best-selling music game franchises in history.
Owner / Composer / Producer / Mix Engineer at Master Fade Music
January 1, 2004 - Present
Founded and operates a full-service music production company delivering original compositions, production, mixing, mastering, sound design, and post-production services. Built and managed long-term client relationships with leading companies including Google, YouTube, Sony Computer Entertainment of America, and Starbucks. Focused on cross-genre production for film, TV, video games, and commercial brands.
Composer / Mix Engineer at Diamond Mine Productions
January 1, 2015 - Present
Compose and mix original music for network television including Viacom/CBS and Telepictures syndicated shows. Deliver multiple 'radio-ready' tracks weekly on deadline, often targeting specific emotions, genres, or styles. Collaborate closely with producers to align music with visual storytelling.
Live Sound Engineer at The Starlight Room
December 31, 2012 - September 9, 2025
Set up and mixed live audio for bands and DJs in one of San Francisco’s most iconic nightclubs. Mixed front of house, monitors, and ambient systems, solving acoustic challenges in a uniquely complex room design.
Assistant Mix Engineer at WaveGroup Sound
January 1, 2008 - Present
Supported senior engineers with session prep and mixing for Guitar Hero and Rock Band video games. Ensured accurate recreation of cover songs, contributing to one of the best-selling music game franchises in history.

Education

Advanced Audio Training (Certificate) at Pyramind
January 1, 2006 - September 9, 2025
Advanced Audio Training at Pyramind
January 1, 2006 - September 9, 2025

Qualifications

Music/audio Software certifications
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Certifications in music and audio software
January 1, 2006 - September 9, 2025
Advanced Audio Training
January 1, 2006 - September 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education