I'm Cory Schmitt, a reliable, self-driven audio engineer pursuing a career in the music and film industry. I bring expert-level knowledge of the audio and film landscape, with hands-on experience in live sound, recording, and post-production for both local and touring projects. I have completed hundreds of hours on live sound and in-studio sessions, and I thrive in collaborative environments that require technical versatility and creative problem solving. After earning my Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering and Sound Production with a cinema and media production concentration from Indiana University, I returned to the San Diego area to pursue professional podcast work and personal filmmaking. I enjoy mixing and editing podcasts, producing sound for student films, and supporting a wide range of media projects with careful attention to detail and a calm, proactive approach.

Cory Schmitt

I'm Cory Schmitt, a reliable, self-driven audio engineer pursuing a career in the music and film industry. I bring expert-level knowledge of the audio and film landscape, with hands-on experience in live sound, recording, and post-production for both local and touring projects. I have completed hundreds of hours on live sound and in-studio sessions, and I thrive in collaborative environments that require technical versatility and creative problem solving. After earning my Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering and Sound Production with a cinema and media production concentration from Indiana University, I returned to the San Diego area to pursue professional podcast work and personal filmmaking. I enjoy mixing and editing podcasts, producing sound for student films, and supporting a wide range of media projects with careful attention to detail and a calm, proactive approach.

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I’m Cory Schmitt, a reliable, self-driven audio engineer pursuing a career in the music and film industry. I bring expert-level knowledge of the audio and film landscape, with hands-on experience in live sound, recording, and post-production for both local and touring projects. I have completed hundreds of hours on live sound and in-studio sessions, and I thrive in collaborative environments that require technical versatility and creative problem solving.

After earning my Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering and Sound Production with a cinema and media production concentration from Indiana University, I returned to the San Diego area to pursue professional podcast work and personal filmmaking. I enjoy mixing and editing podcasts, producing sound for student films, and supporting a wide range of media projects with careful attention to detail and a calm, proactive approach.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Studio Manager / Head Engineer at Rose Studio
December 31, 2023 - June 29, 2025
Founded and operate a local recording studio; responsible for recording, mixing, and mastering local bands and clients; manage studio operations including scheduling, cleaning, and equipment troubleshooting; set up and tear down of gear.
Podcast Production Associate at Hiring Matters Podcast
January 1, 2023 - Present
Edit, mix, and distribute audio and video podcast episodes; apply EQ, compression, and other effects to maintain sound quality; remote role.
Head Engineer / 2nd Engineer / Assistant Engineer at Indiana University Audio Engineering Department
January 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Live on-location audio recording and reinforcement for graduate/doctoral recitals and major ensembles; managed 80+ hours of live sound per semester; mic setup, recording, mixing, and post-production duties; various professional studio sessions.
Head of Recording Services at Jacobs School of Music
January 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
On-campus organization providing sound reinforcement and post-production for student and faculty recitals; responsible for recording, post-production, and uploading to performers; collaborated with IU offices for scheduling.
Videographer, Photographer, and Content Creator at EDIO Productions
December 30, 2019 - October 12, 2025
Freelance audio and video work; produced corporate marketing videos including location shooting, editing (video, audio, music, graphics), lighting, scripting, and distribution; clients included Pacific Motion Dance Center, Turning Point Executive Search, and Boys and Girls Club of Vista.
Sound Mixer/Audio Assistant/Camera Operator/Technical Director/Director at Radio and Television Services
August 21, 2021 - June 28, 2025
An organization that supplies live-stream support for all sporting events on campus for Big Ten+ Live-streaming network Responsible for loading and unloading all gear, setting up and tearing down cameras and microphones, operating cameras and audio gear during game live-streams, etc. Directed and mixed broadcasts used in ESPN, Fox Sports, CBS, and Big Ten Network Broadcasts Working for various IU Home games such as Football, Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, and Volleyball Directed livestream and recording of Indiana University John Mellencamp Symposium featuring scholarly panels and a live QnA with the musician and other industry executives

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Audio Engineering and Sound Production with a concentration in Cinema and Media Production at Indiana University Bloomington
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Dante Level One
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Dante Level Two
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Pro Tools Specialist
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Pro Tools Professional
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Audacity
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Final Cut Pro
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Final Cut Pro X
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Logic Pro X
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Ableton Live
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
GarageBand
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality