I'm Samuel Waiharo, a freelance Sound/Audio engineer based in Nairobi with over 8 years of hands-on experience across indoor and outdoor live events, studio production, and location sound. I thrive on delivering high-quality audio and collaborate closely with visual and lighting teams to create seamless productions.\n\nMy background spans live venues, TV/film sound recording, training, and systems integration. I enjoy problem-solving, equipment maintenance, and mentoring others, and I'm comfortable working with Pro Tools, Logic, and a wide range of audio-visual gear.

Samuel Waiharo

I'm Samuel Waiharo, a freelance Sound/Audio engineer based in Nairobi with over 8 years of hands-on experience across indoor and outdoor live events, studio production, and location sound. I thrive on delivering high-quality audio and collaborate closely with visual and lighting teams to create seamless productions.\n\nMy background spans live venues, TV/film sound recording, training, and systems integration. I enjoy problem-solving, equipment maintenance, and mentoring others, and I'm comfortable working with Pro Tools, Logic, and a wide range of audio-visual gear.

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I’m Samuel Waiharo, a freelance Sound/Audio engineer based in Nairobi with over 8 years of hands-on experience across indoor and outdoor live events, studio production, and location sound. I thrive on delivering high-quality audio and collaborate closely with visual and lighting teams to create seamless productions.\n\nMy background spans live venues, TV/film sound recording, training, and systems integration. I enjoy problem-solving, equipment maintenance, and mentoring others, and I’m comfortable working with Pro Tools, Logic, and a wide range of audio-visual gear.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound/Audio & Visual Technician at Sam Productions Ltd
May 1, 2013 - February 28, 2015
Performed live sound, audio and visual technician duties for events; operated FOH and stage setups; conducted sound checks and maintenance; collaborated with lighting and video teams to ensure cohesive AV production.
Film/TV Sound Recordist / Trainer & Systems Integrator / Consultant / Sound Editor at Film Aid Kenya
April 1, 2006 - January 31, 2013
Provided location sound recording for film and TV productions; delivered training in sound/audio; contributed to systems integration, consultancy, and sound editing for productions.
Sound & Lighting Technician / Live Sound Mixing at The Purpose Centre Church
December 1, 2012 - April 30, 2013
Handled live sound mixing, multitrack audio recording, training, and sound lighting; performed servicing and maintenance of audio-visual equipment.
Sound, Audio & Visual Technician at Sam Productions Ltd
May 1, 2013 - February 1, 2015
Responsible for live sound reinforcement, FOH mixing, stage tech, multitrack recording, and equipment servicing for events and productions in Nairobi. Collaborated with lighting and video teams to ensure cohesive audio-visual output. Managed system maintenance and on-site troubleshooting.
Live sound engineer at Sam Productions Ltd / Freelance
December 1, 2012 - April 1, 2013
Freelance live sound engineer handling FOH and stage tech for local and international artists; setup, soundcheck, and operate during gigs; provide A/V support and on-site equipment maintenance.

Education

Certificate in Media Development: Sound/Audio at DW-Akademie
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Certificate: Sound/Audio for TV & Film at DW-Akademie
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Sound Design Certificate: Sound & Audio at Village Music Institute
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at Racecourse Road Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
KCSE at Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Certificate in media development: Sound/Audio at DW-Akademie
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Sound/Audio for TV & Film at DW-Akademie
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Sound Design Certificate at Village Music Institute
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026

Qualifications

Live sound engineer
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Film and TV sound recordist
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Training (sound/Audio)
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Systems integrator
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Consultant
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Sound editor
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Sound Technician
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Live Sound Engineer
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Film and TV Sound Recordist
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Training (Sound/Audio)
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Systems Integrator
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Consultant
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Sound Editor
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Telecommunications