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I’m William Ryan Sturup, a multi-faceted audio professional with over 20 years in commercial advertising, film, and television. I engineer, mix, design sound, and run a versatile studio that delivers broadcast-quality audio for major brands like Apple, Samsung, Visa, Nissan, Yahoo, and Infiniti.\n\nAs a studio owner and producer, I manage recording, editing, ADR, voiceover, audiobook production, and remote media services for clients worldwide, with a passion for creating immersive soundscapes and efficient, deadline-driven workflows.
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Owner / Lead Audio Engineer at THE HEIGHTS
June 1, 2025 - PresentOwn and operate a professional multimedia production studio serving clients worldwide. Provide audio recording, editing, mixing, mastering, ADR, voice-over recording, audiobook production, and sound design services. Produce media content for real estate marketing including video production, drone footage, and promotional content. Manage client relations, project scheduling, budgets, and final deliverables. Deliver remote production services for national and international clients.
Field Test Technician at Phoenix Telecommunications
February 1, 2015 - May 1, 2025Performed LTE, AWS, PCS, and CDMA cellular testing utilizing Anritsu sweep and PIM testing equipment. Conducted fiber optic testing and troubleshooting using JDSU OTDR and fiber inspection systems. Tested and commissioned Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) for major venues including Texas A&M Stadium, LSU Stadium, Auburn Stadium, Jacksonville Jaguars Stadium, and the French Quarter of New Orleans. Assisted in network validation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization for wireless infrastructure projects.
Post-Production Audio Mixer / ADR & Voice-Over Recordist at Play Sound
May 1, 2007 - February 1, 2015Recorded, mixed, and edited audio for national and international advertising campaigns. Directed ADR and voice-over sessions with professional voice talent and actors. Created sound design elements and final mixes for broadcast and digital distribution. Managed audio deliverables, stems, masters, and media transfers for agency and network clients. Collaborated with leading agencies including 72andSunny, TBWA Chiat Day, and MAL.
Department Coordinator, Shipping and Inventory at Hollywood Edge
August 1, 2006 - May 1, 2007Review and schedule daily Sound Library orders and ensure successful shipment. Organize all CD inventories and maintain sufficient stock. Assist Sales Manager of Sound Library. Literate in all 3 computer programs needed to maintain records of shipped elements. Responsibilities include phone coverage, duplicating sound CDs and other department tasks.
Shipping & Receiving Clerk at Soundelux Hollywood
February 1, 2006 - August 1, 2006Prompt delivery and receipt of incoming and outgoing deliveries to major studios and customers throughout the Los Angeles area. Track arrival and departure of elements for schedule needs. De-installing, moving and reinstalling mobile audio editing system.
Intern at Conway Recording Studios
November 1, 2005 - February 1, 2006Floored for RV, a Columbia Pictures feature film with Robin Williams, engineered by Jim Hill. Set up microphones, headphones, cue boxes and directed traffic for a 20-person choir. Assisted the assistant engineer mixing for Alley Cat song Creep. Performed Pro Tools editing and patched outboard gear. Worked with artists and producers including Alicia Keys, Paris Hilton, Farnsworth Bentley, Jurassic 5, AFI, DJ Lethal, Joe McGaff, and Jerry Finn.
Sound Editor Assistant / Specialist at Soundelux Hollywood
February 1, 2006 - August 1, 2006Accountable for prompt delivery and receiving incoming and outgoing deliveries to all major studios and customers throughout the Los Angeles area. Track arrival and departure of elements for schedule needs. Responsible for de-installing, moving and reinstalling mobile audio editing system.
Education
Associates of Science in Recording Engineering at Full Sail
October 2, 2004 - October 20, 2005Qualifications
Pro Tools Certified, Perfect Attendance Award
June 5, 2026 - June 5, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Real Estate & Construction, Other
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