I am a hands-on audio-visual professional focused on delivering engaging live events and high-quality recordings. I thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate well, and bring a proactive, team-oriented approach to every project. With diplomas in Advanced Audio Production and Business Information Technology Management, I have built a versatile skill set spanning live sound, recording, video production, and studio management. I am currently freelancing as an Audio Visual Technician and continually expanding my expertise.

Braden Kwasnica

I am a hands-on audio-visual professional focused on delivering engaging live events and high-quality recordings. I thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate well, and bring a proactive, team-oriented approach to every project. With diplomas in Advanced Audio Production and Business Information Technology Management, I have built a versatile skill set spanning live sound, recording, video production, and studio management. I am currently freelancing as an Audio Visual Technician and continually expanding my expertise.

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I am a hands-on audio-visual professional focused on delivering engaging live events and high-quality recordings. I thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate well, and bring a proactive, team-oriented approach to every project.

With diplomas in Advanced Audio Production and Business Information Technology Management, I have built a versatile skill set spanning live sound, recording, video production, and studio management. I am currently freelancing as an Audio Visual Technician and continually expanding my expertise.

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Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Audio Visual Technician at Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
March 20, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Operating live webinars; Operating Sound and Video (PTZ Camera) feeds for attendees using Zoom platform.
Audio Visual Technician at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Live event technician specializing in production of Audio and Video. Setting up and operating Audio-Visual equipment for live events – corporate and music.
Audio Visual Technician - Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Live event technician specializing in production of Audio and Video. Setting up and operating Audio-Visual equipment for live events – corporate and music.
Audio Visual Technician at Evolution AV
November 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020
Live Event department was discontinued due to Covid-19. Setting up, operating, and striking events including audio, video and lighting; Working in a team setting; Operating Audio and Video equipment; Representing Evolution AV dealing with clients; Assisting client’s AV needs.
Audio Visual Technician at Urban Audio
May 1, 2017 - Present
Ongoing contract work; Audio mixing for live events including Lilac Fest, Downtown Association - Stephen Ave stage, Taste of Calgary, private functions.
Production Assistant at Film Industry
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Production Assistant duties; wrangling extras; printing/distribution of daily paperwork; prepping/wrapping sets; coordinating filming locations; liaison between set and production office; payment arrangements.
Production Assistant at Film Industry, Vancouver
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Performer duties as a Production Assistant in the film industry; Printing and distribution of daily paper work, wrangling of extras, and prepping and wrapping sets for shooting; Coordinated filming locations, liaised between set and the production office; Arranged payment for clients providing filming locations.
Studio Manager / Audio Engineer at Ampersound Studio
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Owner and operator of recording studio directly managing day to day operations; Developed and managed client relationships, scheduling, bookings for this commercial studio; Coordinated engineers and assistant engineers for bookings; Oversaw projects from start to completion, including budgeting; Provided studio tours and quotes for prospective clients; Marketed the studio through developed contacts, social media, promotions.
Studio Technician at Nimbus School of Recording and Media
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Worked as a studio technician helping students during recording sessions; Maintained and tracked inventory; Tested and repaired faulty equipment; Mentored students and assisted with curriculum requirements.
Freelance Recording Engineer at Vancouver
September 1, 2009 - March 1, 2017
Recorded music for artists; worked with clients to record radio ads; prospected and developed a client network; provided audio mixing services.
Freelance Recording Engineer at Freelance – Vancouver
September 1, 2009 - March 1, 2017
Recorded music for artists; Worked with clients to record radio ads; Prospected and developed a client network; Provided audio mixing services.
GPR Technician | Remote Video Inspector at Maverick Inspection
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Operated Ground Penetrating Radar systems as well as video inspection equipment servicing the oil and gas, construction, and commercial industries; Generated business reporting and analysis for cross-functional partners and management.

Education

Diploma in Business Information Technology Management at British Columbia Institute of Technology
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Diploma in Advanced Audio Production at Nimbus School of Recording Arts and Media
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
High School Diploma at Strathcona Tweedsmuir
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Advanced Audio Production Diploma at British Columbia Institute of Technology
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Nimbus School of Recording Arts and Media
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
High School Diploma at Strathcona Tweedsmuir
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Dale Carnegie Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
January 1, 2013 - February 18, 2026
Studio Business Bootcamp by Hardcore Music Studio
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Essential Live Sound Training by the Production Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Nail the Mix by URM Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Dale Carnegie Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
January 1, 2013 - February 18, 2026
Studio Business Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Essential Live Sound Training
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Nail the Mix
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other