Mia Sowden

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I'm Mia Sowden, a seasoned Sound, Lighting and Visual Technician based in Brighton.

About

I’m Mia Sowden, a seasoned Sound, Lighting and Visual Technician based in Brighton. With almost a decade in the field, I thrive in both live productions and studio environments, delivering reliable audio, crisp lighting and engaging visuals. I enjoy collaborating with artists and teams to bring ideas to life and maintain high production standards under pressure.

From gaffer work to colorist editing and camera operation, I bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project and am comfortable working across live events, shoots, and studio setups to create polished results.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined June 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Work experience· 6 roles

AV Events Engineer/Specialist, · Yorktel-KinlyFeb 2026 – Jul 2026 · 6 mos

Audio, Lighting and Video Operator Yamaha DM7, Chamsys Quick Q Systems, Tricaster Video Systems, Dante/Crestron, Shure RF & Comms Systems Patching, Expert Knowledge of Bantam and NDI/SDI Rack Patching, Internal Network Consultancy and Canvas (Immersive Design Studios) Video Expert, 6th Location Globally and first UK location, Deep Dive Done With The IDS Toronto Team. AV Events Engineer Supporting A Range Of Events Throughout Flagship And Innovative Spaces In The Firm. Also Supporting A Number Of Offsite Events In A Range Of Non-Specialist Environments, Building Systems And Supporting Events. Track record of outstanding feedback and client results, working with a team of 5 people flexibly between the Audio, Lighting and video roles.

Gaffer, Editor (Picture & Colorist), Camera Operator · Amp & Arrow CreativeJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Independent music industry based video production company, co-directed by myself. Responsibilities: - Risk assessments - Admin - Budgetary requirements - Client Liaison - Editing (Davinci Resolve Studio) - Gaffer - DP and Camera Advisory - Creative solutions and problem solving Worked on a variety of projects such as music show photo galleries, live videos, studio album recordings, live album recordings, etc..

Audio/Lighting Engineer · DaltonsDec 2024 – Sep 2025 · 10 mos

Digico Quantum Line, Chamsys MQ Compact Line, Misc AV/Cams Show Solo and Team SD/LX/AV Operator.

SD/LX Events Engineer/Specialist · The Prince AlbertJun 2024 – Feb 2026 · 1 yr 9 mos
Audio Operator/Stage Technician · Concorde2Jun 2023 – Aug 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos
Audio Engineer / RF Engineer / Stage Technician · The Old MarketOct 2022 – Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

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