Hi, I’m Maximilian Sladek, an audio-focused multimedia professional with over 10 years of freelance experience spanning DJ performance, audio editing, music production, sound recording, teaching, and media production. I thrive on solving real-world audio problems, shaping sonic quality from speech to rhythm, and delivering reliable on-site and on-site-positive experiences for clients and collaborators. I’m proficient with industry-standard tools like Reaper, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Adobe Creative Cloud. I’m especially interested in applying my hands-on audio expertise to AI training, audio annotation, and quality evaluation for voice and sound systems, while continuing to mentor others and contribute to engaging media projects.…

Maximilian Sladek

Hi, I’m Maximilian Sladek, an audio-focused multimedia professional with over 10 years of freelance experience spanning DJ performance, audio editing, music production, sound recording, teaching, and media production. I thrive on solving real-world audio problems, shaping sonic quality from speech to rhythm, and delivering reliable on-site and on-site-positive experiences for clients and collaborators. I’m proficient with industry-standard tools like Reaper, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Adobe Creative Cloud. I’m especially interested in applying my hands-on audio expertise to AI training, audio annotation, and quality evaluation for voice and sound systems, while continuing to mentor others and contribute to engaging media projects.…

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Hi, I’m Maximilian Sladek, an audio-focused multimedia professional with over 10 years of freelance experience spanning DJ performance, audio editing, music production, sound recording, teaching, and media production. I thrive on solving real-world audio problems, shaping sonic quality from speech to rhythm, and delivering reliable on-site and on-site-positive experiences for clients and collaborators.

I’m proficient with industry-standard tools like Reaper, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Adobe Creative Cloud. I’m especially interested in applying my hands-on audio expertise to AI training, audio annotation, and quality evaluation for voice and sound systems, while continuing to mentor others and contribute to engaging media projects.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Lehrer für Medien at Martin Segitz Schule B3
September 30, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Lehrtätigkeit im Bereich Medien; Aushilfe
Lehrer für Medien/Aushilfe at Martin Segitz Schule B3, Fürth
September 30, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Teaching media subjects and assisting at the school as a media instructor.
Project-Based Freelance Activity During Parental Leave at Self-employed, part-time
September 1, 2024 - Present
Continue selected freelance assignments and project-related work alongside parental leave responsibilities. Maintain practical audio, media, and client-facing workflows while working part-time and project-based.
Media Teacher (Temporary Substitute) at Martin Segitz School B3
October 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Taught vocational media students in audio, video, communication, and production workflows, preparing project-based lessons and explaining technical topics for different learning levels.
Tutor Aufnahme Ton at Hochschule Ansbach
January 31, 2023 - January 31, 2023
Tutorium Aufnahme Ton
Tutor Aufnahme Ton at Hochschule Ansbach
January 31, 2023 - July 24, 2025
Tutoring students in audio recording techniques at Hochschule Ansbach.
Tutor for Sound Recording at Ansbach University of Applied Sciences
October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Supported students in practical sound recording, microphone use, studio workflow, and audio production techniques. Provided hands-on feedback on recording quality, technical setup, and production-oriented problem solving.
Praktikum at Fraunhofer IIS “Soundlab Gruppe”
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Praktikum im Soundlab
Internship Audio Engineer at Fraunhofer IIS – SoundLab Group
September 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Tested the MPEG-H Authoring Plugin for 7.1.4 immersive audio workflows and gained practical insight into object-based audio production.
Separate Sound Studio (Editing u. Mixing) at Separate Sound Studio
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Editing u. Mixing
Internship Audio Engineer at Separate Sound Studio
January 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Edited and mixed live concert recordings in Pro Tools and supported studio drum recording sessions.
Freelance DJ / Audio Engineer / Content Editor at Self-employed / Künstlersozialkasse
August 1, 2011 - Present
Provide DJ, live sound, audio editing, mixing, and post-production services for events and media projects. Evaluate audio content for voice quality, noise, timing, dynamics, tonal balance, rhythm, and musical consistency. Manage client communication, preparation, and reliable on-site execution.
Freelance DJ / Audio Engineer / Content Editor at Freelance
August 1, 2011 - November 5, 2025
Selbstständige Tätigkeit im Bereich DJ-Performance, Tontechnik und Content Editing; Betreuung von Projekten in Live- und Studio-Umgebungen
Freier DJ/Audio Engineer/Content-Editor at Künstlersozialkasse
August 1, 2011 - Present
Freelance work as DJ, audio engineer, and content editor, providing audio services and content creation.
Sound & Light Animateur at Thomas Cook AG, Cala Millor
July 31, 2011 - July 24, 2025
Responsible for sound and light animations in entertainment programs.
Sound & Light Animateur at Thomas Cook AG
July 1, 2011 - July 1, 2011
Sound & Light Animateur; Events und Shows
Sound & Light Animator at Thomas Cook AG
March 1, 2011 - July 1, 2011
Operated sound and lighting equipment for entertainment events and guest-facing activities, ensuring reliable live event execution and high audio-visual quality.
Workshops zur beruflichen Weiterbildung at bfz Nürnberg
February 1, 2011 - February 1, 2011
Teilnahme an Weiterbildungsworkshops
Participant in Professional Development Workshops at bfz Nuremberg
October 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011
Participated in professional development workshops to broaden practical skills and support career orientation in media-related fields.
DJ Workshops und bookings at Freelancer
October 1, 2010 - October 1, 2010
DJ-Workshops und Booking-Tätigkeiten
DJ Workshops and Bookings at Freelancer
June 1, 2010 - October 1, 2010
Conducted DJ workshops and supported participants in practical DJ techniques, music selection, and performance preparation. Managed event bookings and freelance coordination for DJ-related performances.
Seminarbesuche at MMS Musikschule
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2010
Seminarbesuche
Seminar Attendee at MMS Music School
May 1, 2010 - June 1, 2010
Attended seminars for continued practice in audio, music, and performance contexts.
Offsetdrucker at Bollman Druck, Zirndorf
October 31, 2009 - July 24, 2025
Performed offset printing tasks for quality print production.
Offsetdrucker at Bollman Druck, Zirndorf
October 1, 2009 - October 1, 2009
Offsetdrucker
Offset Printer at Bollman Druck
April 1, 2009 - October 1, 2009
Offset printing specialist contributing to production workflows.
Offsetdrucker at Offsetdruck Nürnberg GmbH, Nürnberg
January 31, 2008 - July 24, 2025
Worked as an offset printer producing various printed materials.
Offsetdrucker at Offsetdruck Nürnberg GmbH
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Offsetdrucker
Offset Printer at Offsetdruck Nuremberg GmbH
July 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
Offset printing specialist contributing to production workflows.

Education

Bachelor at Multimedia und Kommunikation
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2023
Mittlere Reife at Hauptschule Cadolzburg, Realschule Fürth
September 1, 1997 - July 31, 2000
Diplom (Audiofachkraft / Mastering Engineer) at Privat
October 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013
Ausbildung zum Offsetdrucker at Offsetdruck Nürnberg GmbH
July 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
Fachschule für Druck und Medientechnik at Fachschule für Druck und Medientechnik, Nürnberg
September 1, 2008 - March 1, 2009
Bachelor at Ansbach University of Applied Sciences
October 1, 2018 - September 1, 2023
Diploma / Certificate in Audio Engineering and Mastering at Nuremberg
October 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013
Technical College for Print and Media Technology at Nuremberg
September 1, 2008 - March 1, 2009
Apprenticeship as Offset Printer at Vocational School 6, Nuremberg
September 1, 2000 - July 1, 2003
Mittlere Reife (Intermediate Secondary School Certificate) at Fürth
September 1, 1997 - July 1, 2000

Qualifications

Audiofachkraft/Mastering Engineer Diplom
October 1, 2011 - October 31, 2013
Bachelor
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2023
Ausbildung zum Offsetdrucker
September 1, 2000 - July 1, 2003
Diplom (Audiofachkraft / Mastering Engineer)
October 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Manufacturing, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level