Hi, I’m Luke Norton. I’m a musician and audio designer based in San Diego with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Recording Technology & Audio Design from San Diego State University. I blend hands-on studio work with teaching, delivering engaging lessons and high-quality productions for a wide range of projects. My work with Youth Arts Academy, Backdoor Studio, and Signature Sound Studios has sharpened my skills across private lessons, videography, mic’ing, and studio operations. I’m proficient in multiple instruments (violin, guitar, piano, cello, and more) and collaborate on ensembles, recordings, and media projects from mariachi groups to indie productions..…

Luke Norton

Hi, I’m Luke Norton. I’m a musician and audio designer based in San Diego with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Recording Technology & Audio Design from San Diego State University. I blend hands-on studio work with teaching, delivering engaging lessons and high-quality productions for a wide range of projects. My work with Youth Arts Academy, Backdoor Studio, and Signature Sound Studios has sharpened my skills across private lessons, videography, mic’ing, and studio operations. I’m proficient in multiple instruments (violin, guitar, piano, cello, and more) and collaborate on ensembles, recordings, and media projects from mariachi groups to indie productions..…

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Hi, I’m Luke Norton. I’m a musician and audio designer based in San Diego with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Recording Technology & Audio Design from San Diego State University. I blend hands-on studio work with teaching, delivering engaging lessons and high-quality productions for a wide range of projects.

My work with Youth Arts Academy, Backdoor Studio, and Signature Sound Studios has sharpened my skills across private lessons, videography, mic’ing, and studio operations. I’m proficient in multiple instruments (violin, guitar, piano, cello, and more) and collaborate on ensembles, recordings, and media projects from mariachi groups to indie productions…

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English
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Work Experience

Apprentice at Signature Sound Studios
August 1, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Assisted with the preparation and assembly of intricate audio recording configurations for studio sessions, including projects such as a seven-piece Mexican mariachi ensemble to audiobooks. Tasked with implementing a seamless, high-quality audio and video communication link between the main studio and its sub-studios to optimize recording space.
Studio Assistant at Rarefied Recording Studio
December 1, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Sole Studio Assistant, providing expert support to engineers in resolving technical challenges within the music studio. Applied advanced miking techniques and expertise in selecting microphones, external audio processing equipment, and studio instruments to record a diverse range of artists, from southern country trios to foley sound design for movie soundtracks, when requested. Demonstrated a high level of professionalism, ensuring clients felt comfortable and well-attended to.
Music Instructor at Youth Arts Academy
December 1, 2024 - Present
Conduct private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass, violin, ukulele, cello, music production, and full band settings, teaching 20 students weekly. Assist in organizing and executing student recitals and performance events.
Media Technician at Backdoor Studio
July 1, 2023 - Present
Spearheaded customer relationship efforts, resulting in over 1,000 bookings in 2024. Operate videography, audio, and lighting equipment, contributing to the production of music videos, headshots, photoshoots, short films, band recordings, and solo artist recordings. Expertly troubleshoot and produce within both music and video softwares to ensure customers completed projects seamlessly.
Music Instructor at Youth Arts Academy
December 1, 2024 - Present
Conduct private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass, violin, ukulele, cello, music production, and full band settings, teaching 20 students weekly. Assist in organizing and executing student recitals and performance events.
Media Technician at Backdoor Studio
July 1, 2023 - Present
Spearheaded customer relationship efforts, resulting in over 1,000 bookings in 2024. Operate videography, audio, and lighting equipment, contributing to the production of music videos, headshots, photoshoots, short films, band recordings, and solo artist recordings. Expertly troubleshoot and produce within both music and video software to ensure projects are delivered seamlessly.
Studio Assistant at Rarefied Recording Studio
December 1, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Sole Studio Assistant, providing engineering support, resolving technical challenges, applying advanced miking techniques, and selecting microphones, external processing equipment, and studio instruments to record a diverse range of artists.
Apprentice at Signature Sound Studios
August 1, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Assisted with the preparation and assembly of intricate audio recording configurations for studio sessions (including projects such as a seven-piece Mexican mariachi ensemble to audiobooks). Implemented high-quality audio and video communication links between the main studio and sub-studios to optimize recording space.
Music Instructor at Youth Arts Academy
December 1, 2024 - Present
Conduct private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, bass, violin, ukulele, cello, music production, and full band settings, teaching 20 students weekly. Assist in organizing and executing student recitals and performance events
Media Technician at Backdoor Studio
July 1, 2023 - Present
Spearheaded customer relationship efforts, resulting in over 1,000 bookings in 2024. Operate videography, audio, and lighting equipment, contributing to the successful production of a wide range of projects, including music videos, headshots, photoshoots, short films, band recordings, and solo artist recordings. Expertly troubleshoot and produce within both music and video softwares to ensure customers completed projects seamlessly.
Studio Assistant at Rarefied Recording Studio
December 31, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Served as the sole Studio Assistant, providing expert support to engineers in resolving technical challenges within the music studio. Applied advanced miking techniques and expertise in selecting microphones, external audio processing equipment, and studio instruments to record a diverse range of artists, from southern country trios to foley sound design for movie soundtracks, when requested. Demonstrated a high level of professionalism, ensuring clients felt comfortable and well-attended to.
Apprentice at Signature Sound Studios
August 31, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Assisted with the preparation and assembly of intricate audio recording configurations for studio sessions, including projects such as a seven-piece Mexican mariachi ensemble to audiobooks. Tasked with implementing a seamless, high-quality audio and video communication link between the main studio and its sub-studios to optimize recording space.

Education

Bachelor's in Music Recording Technology & Audio Design at San Diego State University
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Bachelor's in Music Recording Technology & Audio Design at San Diego State University
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Bachelor's in Music Recording Technology & Audio Design at San Diego State University
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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