Joe Cruz

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Audio engineer and mixer with experience spanning analog and digital music production, broadcast audio, and content production workflows across decades.

About

Audio engineer and mixer with experience spanning analog and digital music production, broadcast audio, and content production workflows across decades. Proficient with cutting-edge editing/recording software and plug-in suites, managing podcast and broadcast audio production with a focus on sound quality, clarity, and delivery readiness.

  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education

Projects · 2

Re-Produce multiple songs for the musical performance, and also create new arrangements of the songs for the 90 minute live performance presentation. A Center Theater Group Production at the Mark taper Forum in Los Angeles that Opened in February 2026 and had performances through to April 5 2026.

Work experience· 51 roles

Audio Recording Engineer · Rainn Wilson / Voicing Change NetworkJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Performed comprehensive audio recording and executed quality control measures for podcast deliverables; utilized industry-standard equipment; captured, edited, and enhanced audio recordings; post-production assessments to guarantee optimal sound clarity.

Audio Editing / Audio Leveling & Synchronization SpecialistJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Managed audio levels, noise reduction, and audio synchronization. Troubleshot technical issues promptly during recording sessions and maintained an organized audio library for efficient retrieval.

Audio Recording Engineer · Rainn Wilson/Voicing Change NetworkJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Performed comprehensive audio recording and executed quality control measures for podcast deliverables. Used active listening and technical expertise to ensure exceptional sound quality during recording. Utilized industry-standard equipment and software to capture, edit, and enhance recordings. Conducted rigorous post-production assessments to guarantee optimal clarity and eliminate inconsistencies. Managed audio levels, noise reduction, and audio synchronization. Troubleshot technical issues during recording sessions and maintained an organized audio library for efficient retrieval.

Guitarist · Here Lies Love Broadway CompanyJun 2023 – Nov 2023 · 6 mos
Guitarist · Here Lies Love Broadway Company (David Byrne collaboration)Jun 2023 – Nov 2023 · 6 mos
Songwriter/Producer · PEN Music GroupJun 2023 – Nov 2023 · 6 mos
Guitarist · Here Lies Love Broadway Company (collaboration with David Byrne)Jun 2023 – Nov 2023 · 6 mos
Producer/Writer · Cruz MusicJun 2023 – Nov 2023 · 6 mos

Education· 21

Diploma in Jazz & Commercial Music Program · Vancouver Community College1987 – 1991
Music Production & Engineering / Mixing & Mastering Professional · Vancouver, Canada2012
Instructor – Audio & Music Production · Art Institute of Vancouver2014 – 2015
Bachelor of Music · University of British Columbia1987 – 1991

Certifications and awards· 14

Best Music Score in a Dramatic Series (Flash Gordon)2007 – 2026
Best Music Score in a Documentary Series (CBC)2008 – 2026
Diploma in Jazz & Commercial Music Program1987 – 1991
Bachelor of Music2030 – 2026

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