I am an experienced sound engineer and educator with over 30 years in music production, recording, mixing and mastering. I have worked across studios, live performances and educational institutions in Moscow, gaining extensive expertise in both creative and technical aspects of sound. I am fluent in English (C1) and proficient with professional audio software such as Avid Pro Tools and Steinberg Cubase. I am now seeking opportunities to apply my experience in professional audio production or sound engineering education, and I am currently based in Ulm, Germany.…

Swetoslaw Dorn

I am an experienced sound engineer and educator with over 30 years in music production, recording, mixing and mastering. I have worked across studios, live performances and educational institutions in Moscow, gaining extensive expertise in both creative and technical aspects of sound. I am fluent in English (C1) and proficient with professional audio software such as Avid Pro Tools and Steinberg Cubase. I am now seeking opportunities to apply my experience in professional audio production or sound engineering education, and I am currently based in Ulm, Germany.…

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I am an experienced sound engineer and educator with over 30 years in music production, recording, mixing and mastering. I have worked across studios, live performances and educational institutions in Moscow, gaining extensive expertise in both creative and technical aspects of sound.

I am fluent in English (C1) and proficient with professional audio software such as Avid Pro Tools and Steinberg Cubase. I am now seeking opportunities to apply my experience in professional audio production or sound engineering education, and I am currently based in Ulm, Germany.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

National Expert (Manager of Competence) Sound Engineering at World Skills Russia
July 1, 2021 - August 17, 2025
Managed, organized, and conducted national competitions to enhance the professional skills level in sound engineering across Russia.
Teacher at Business College, Center of Audiovisual Technologies
September 1, 2019 - August 17, 2025
Taught special disciplines related to musical sound operator skills.
Teacher at Moscow Institute of Television and Radio "Ostankino" (MITRO)
September 1, 2017 - August 17, 2025
Educated students in special disciplines related to musical sound engineering.
Teacher at S. A. Gerasimov All-Russian University of Cinematography
July 1, 2014 - August 17, 2025
Taught special sound engineering disciplines at VGIK college.
Sound Engineer at Private Musical Tone Studio
August 1, 2015 - August 17, 2025
Performed mixing and mastering as a sound engineer for various music productions. Worked both as employee and freelancer.
Musician (Keyboards Player) at Rock-group "Rondo"
August 1, 2010 - August 17, 2025
Played keyboards as a member of the rock group.
Musician (Keyboards Player) at Rock-group "Zemlyane"
February 1, 2003 - August 17, 2025
Keyboard player for the rock group.
Tour Sound Engineer at Singer Vadim Bajkov
September 1, 1997 - August 17, 2025
Provided sound engineering support during tours.
Tour Sound Engineer at Singer Natalya Vetlitzkaya
July 1, 1996 - August 17, 2025
Managed live sound engineering on tour.
Tour Sound Engineer at Rock-group "Nuance"
March 1, 1994 - August 17, 2025
Handled live sound engineering during tours.
Studio Sound Engineer at "Song Theater" by Michael Zvesdinsky
August 1, 1993 - August 17, 2025
Worked as a studio sound engineer.
Freelancer - Sound Engineer and Musician
September 1, 2019 - Present
Currently freelancing and working on own solo music album projects while improving German language skills.
National Expert (Manager of Competence) «Sound Engineering» at World Skills Russia
July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025
Managed, organized, and conducted national competitions of professional skills aimed at increasing professional levels in sound engineering.
Teacher at Business College, Center of Audiovisual Technologies Moscow
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2025
Taught special disciplines related to musical sound operator skills.
Teacher at Moscow Institute of Television and Radio "Ostankino" (MITRO)
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Taught special disciplines in musical sound engineering.
Teacher at S. A. Gerasimov All-Russian University of Cinematography
July 1, 2014 - September 1, 2025
Taught special disciplines at VGIK college sub-center.
Sound Engineer at Private Musical Tone Studio Moscow
August 1, 2015 - September 1, 2025
Mixed and mastered sound recordings as a sound engineer.
Musician (Keyboards Player) at Rock-group "Zemlyane"
February 1, 2003 - September 1, 2025
Performed as a keyboards player for the rock group.
Musician (Keyboards Player) at Rock-group "Rondo"
August 1, 2010 - September 1, 2025
Performed as a keyboards player for the rock group.
Sound Engineer (Freelancer) at Private Own Musical Tone Studio Moscow
August 1, 2002 - September 1, 2025
Worked as a freelance mix and mastering sound engineer.
Tour Sound Engineer at Singer Vadim Bajkov
September 1, 1997 - September 1, 2025
Managed live sound engineering during tours.
Tour Sound Engineer at Singer Natalya Vetlitzkaya
July 1, 1996 - September 1, 2025
Managed live sound engineering during tours.
Tour Sound Engineer at Rock-group "Nuance"
March 1, 1994 - September 1, 2025
Managed live sound engineering during tours.
Studio Sound Engineer at "Song Theater" by Michael Zvesdinsky
August 1, 1993 - September 1, 2025
Worked as a studio sound engineer.
National Expert (Manager of Competence) – Sound Engineering at WorldSkills Russia
July 31, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Responsible for managing and organising national sound engineering competitions aimed at improving professional qualifications and training quality across the industry.
Teacher – Musical Sound Operator Skills at Musical Sound Operator Skills Business College, Center of Audiovisual Technologies
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Successfully trained students who went on to work in professional studios and live sound projects.
Teacher – Musical Sound Engineering at Moscow Institute of Television and Radio “Ostankino” (MITRO)
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Taught musical sound engineering and audio production; developed practical projects; mentored students for professional careers.
Teacher – Musical Sound Engineering at VGIK College S. A. Gerasimov All-Russian University of Cinematography
July 31, 2014 - July 31, 2014
Taught musical sound engineering; designed practical exercises; guided students toward professional audio roles. Graduates went on to work professionally in film and media sound production.
Sound Engineer – Private Music Studio at Private Music Studio
August 31, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Delivered high-quality recordings and mixes for professional music projects.
Musician – Rock Group “Zemlyane” at Rock Group Zemlyane
February 28, 2003 - February 28, 2003
Played keyboards for live performances and recordings.
Musician – Rock Group “Rondo” at Rock Group Rondo
August 31, 2010 - August 31, 2010
Played keyboards for live performances and recordings.
Sound Engineer – Private Studio (Freelance) at Private Studio (Freelance)
August 31, 2002 - August 31, 2002
Provided full audio production services, including recording, editing, mixing, and mastering for diverse musical projects. Managed all technical aspects of the studio and collaborated closely with artists to shape sound and refine arrangements. Coordinated projects, sessions, and client communications to ensure professional quality and timely delivery. Contributed to the recording and release of over 100 CDs across multiple genres and artists.
Tour Sound Engineer at Artists: Natalya Vetlitskaya, Vadim Bajkov, Rock Group “Nuance”
September 30, 1997 - September 30, 1997
Managed live sound for tours and performances of multiple artists and bands.
Studio Sound Engineer & Studio Manager at "Song Theater" by Michael Zvesdinsky
August 31, 1992 - August 31, 1992
Studio sound engineer; managed studio recording and sound production for theater projects; acted as studio manager overseeing operations and workflow.

Education

Dozent, Teacher at Moscow Academy of Pedagogy
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor's Degree in Culture Sociology at Moscow State Institute of Culture
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
Teaching of Acoustic Guitar at University of Folk Arts
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Pedagogics and Professional Skills Enhancement at Moscow State Pedagogical University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Degree in Culture Sociology at Moscow State Institute of Culture
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
Teaching of Acoustic Guitar at University of Folk Arts Moscow
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Pedagogics and Professional Skills Enhancement at Moscow State Pedagogical University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
at Moscow State Institute of Culture
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
at University of Folk Arts
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
at Moscow State Pedagogical University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Apple Pro Sound Certified
January 30, 2001 - January 30, 2025
Apple Service Engineer
January 30, 2001 - January 30, 2025
Apple Pro Sound
February 1, 2002 - August 17, 2025
Apple Service Engineer
February 1, 2002 - August 17, 2025
National Expert of Competence Sound Engineering by WorldSkills Russia
June 1, 2016 - August 17, 2025
Apple Pro Sound
February 1, 2002 - September 1, 2025
Apple Service Engineer
February 1, 2002 - September 1, 2025
National Expert of Competence «Sound engineering» by WorldSkills Russia
June 1, 2016 - September 1, 2025
Apple Pro Sound
February 1, 2002 - November 6, 2025
Apple Service Engineer
February 1, 2002 - November 6, 2025
National Expert of Competence in Sound Engineering (WorldSkills Russia)
June 1, 2016 - November 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Other

Skills

Experience Level