Hi, I’m DeShawn M. Johnson, a creative Audio Engineer and producer with a strong track record in designing, scripting, and delivering compelling audio content for films/commercials, studio, and broadcast environments. I excel at concept development, voiceover direction, and technical audio editing, with experience across drama, sport, and music productions. My experience with psychology and branding fuels my I'm passion for transforming brand identities into engaging and unique audio campaigns and collaborating with diverse teams to meet tight deadlines. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, I’ve led full-cycle audio projects from concept to delivery, with hands-on work across studio and remote sessions, as well as live events.…

DeShawn M. Johnson

Hi, I’m DeShawn M. Johnson, a creative Audio Engineer and producer with a strong track record in designing, scripting, and delivering compelling audio content for films/commercials, studio, and broadcast environments. I excel at concept development, voiceover direction, and technical audio editing, with experience across drama, sport, and music productions. My experience with psychology and branding fuels my I'm passion for transforming brand identities into engaging and unique audio campaigns and collaborating with diverse teams to meet tight deadlines. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, I’ve led full-cycle audio projects from concept to delivery, with hands-on work across studio and remote sessions, as well as live events.…

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Hi, I’m DeShawn M. Johnson, a creative Audio Engineer and producer with a strong track record in designing, scripting, and delivering compelling audio content for films/commercials, studio, and broadcast environments. I excel at concept development, voiceover direction, and technical audio editing, with experience across drama, sport, and music productions. My experience with psychology and branding fuels my I’m passion for transforming brand identities into engaging and unique audio campaigns and collaborating with diverse teams to meet tight deadlines.

Based in Glasgow, Scotland, I’ve led full-cycle audio projects from concept to delivery, with hands-on work across studio and remote sessions, as well as live events.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Technician and Production Manager at Nome House Studio
January 1, 2018 - Present
Produced full-cycle audio projects, from scripting and concept to editing, mixing, and mastering for studio and remote sessions. Directed and recorded voiceover talent and musical performances and radio campaigns, ensuring creative alignment with project goals. Edited and repurposed program content into engaging promotional material. Managed technical delivery for multiple platforms, including streaming and broadcast formats. Maintained high-quality standards while working under tight deadlines. Podcast and weekly Radio show host. Operated both digital and analog consoles (Midas, QU-16, Soundcraft, Behringer, Mackie). Managed live event audio setups for multiple genres, adapting to various performance requirements.
AV Technician at Lakewood Culture Center
January 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Engineered sound for theatrical, musical, and ballet productions using Allen & Heath Avantis digital console. Operated QLab for integrated audio/visual cueing and show control. Guided presenters through rehearsal for audience based voice-over announcements.
Audio Engineer at Authentic 100 Studios
January 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Managed multitrack editing, mixing, and mastering for music and spoken-word productions. Managed multi-microphone setups and recording environments for interviews and voiceover sessions, ensuring broadcast-quality audio capture. Oversaw hybrid studio systems and network solutions. Provided creative guidance to presenters during sessions, improving pacing, delivery, and audience engagement.
A/V Technician at Encore Global
January 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Set up, operated, and dismantled audio and visual equipment for corporate and hybrid events. Coordinated technical requirements with event hosts, marketing teams, and talent. Troubleshot and resolved audio, video, lighting and IT-related issues under pressure. Successful communication with stage managers and production crew during high stress situations to inform and inquire about various stages of production.
Radio Show Producer & Host at WRFL | Radio.co
January 1, 2020 - October 15, 2025
Produced and hosted a weekly radio program, developing conceptual and clip-based audio campaigns to promote episodes across digital and broadcast platforms. Script-wrote show segments, promotional spots, and station IDs. Self-operated digital audio editing using Adobe Audition and Pro Tools, ensuring professional broadcast quality and meeting technical delivery requirements for streaming and syndication. Conducted in-depth interviews with artists, community leaders, and industry experts, tailoring content to listener interests and demographic insights. Managed project timelines, session logistics, and post-production workflows, consistently meeting broadcast deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Education

B.S. in Audio Production at Full Sail University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
B.A. in Psychology at University of Kentucky
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Dante Level 2 (2nd Edition)
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Advanced Audio Technician Certification – Encore
February 3, 2025 - July 15, 2030

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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