I am a dependable professional bridging technology, musicianship, and creativity to deliver lasting artistic experiences. I work across live sound, studio engineering, and production, blending technical expertise with artistic sensibilities to help ensembles and venues shine. I thrive in collaborative environments—from large ensembles to independent studios and touring stages—leading teams, designing systems, and capturing great performances. I love turning creative ideas into permanent records that immerse the listener.

Jimmy Diskin

I am a dependable professional bridging technology, musicianship, and creativity to deliver lasting artistic experiences. I work across live sound, studio engineering, and production, blending technical expertise with artistic sensibilities to help ensembles and venues shine. I thrive in collaborative environments—from large ensembles to independent studios and touring stages—leading teams, designing systems, and capturing great performances. I love turning creative ideas into permanent records that immerse the listener.

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I am a dependable professional bridging technology, musicianship, and creativity to deliver lasting artistic experiences. I work across live sound, studio engineering, and production, blending technical expertise with artistic sensibilities to help ensembles and venues shine.

I thrive in collaborative environments—from large ensembles to independent studios and touring stages—leading teams, designing systems, and capturing great performances. I love turning creative ideas into permanent records that immerse the listener.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Intern at Mystery Street Recording Company
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Assist recording sessions and audiobook recordings; quality check and edits; set up/strike band rehearsals; studio improvement projects (soldering input panels, installing monitors, photography).
Shop Technician, Front of House Engineer, Stagehand, Driver at Vantage Production Group by Soundworks
July 1, 2025 - November 7, 2025
Manage equipment inventory; load/unload 16' box trucks; rig lights, audio, and video; front of house for events and festivals; assist with repairs and builds in shop; provide one-stop AV services for conferences and concerts.
AV Engineer at Independent AV Engineer (Chicago)
July 1, 2025 - November 7, 2025
Freelance head engineer for live music venues in Wrigleyville; reinforce two stages with sound, lights, and video; mix front of house and foldback on a Midas M32 system; fast setup and troubleshooting under pressure.
Lead Guitarist, Background Vocalist at Westhead
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Indie folk rock act; co-founder; production and engineering on releases since 2022; active live performer with appearances at major venues and festivals.
Consultant, Engineer, Intern at Picture Minded Studio
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Consultant from architectural phase; advised on floor materials and wall insulation; led initiatives for implementing Dante and Dolby Atmos; built partnerships with School of Rock, Audient, Kali Audio, Hal Leonard; marketing initiatives and engineering curriculum; designed I/O hardware and processing infrastructure; NAMM 2024 exhibitor.
Technical Coordinator, Audio Technician, Soul Revue Guitarist at African American Arts Institute
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Technical coordination for a team of nine audio technicians; front of house for Choral Ensemble and Dance Company concerts; Monitors Engineer for IU Soul Revue performances; load-ins/load-outs; Assistant Stage Manager for the 50th Anniversary concert; driver for load-ins and load-outs.
House Engineer, House Band Guitarist at IU Jacobs School of Music Audio Engineering Department
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
All recordings engineered in Georgina Joshi recording studio; captured audio/video for auditions and competition tapes; used Pro Tools Ultimate; session guitar; contributed vocals/bass/harmonica as needed; selected for classical recording technique roles.
Vice President of Operations & Infrastructure, Head Engineer at WIUX LP
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Oversaw engineering operations for a large student-run radio; produced the Fall Pledge Drive 2023 'Pledgeathon'; nominated for IBS Tom Gibson Award; budget decisions, renovation of live sound, IT, recording, and broadcasting systems; led a 27-person board.

Education

B.S. in Audio Engineering & Sound Production at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Certificate in Analog Electronics
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025
Pro Tools Ultimate Certified
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025
Dante Level 3 Certified
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other