I am a professional sound engineer based in Kuwait City with experience across live events, concerts, and club environments in Europe and Kuwait. My work focuses on front-of-house and stage mixing, live sound management, and technical event production for a wide range of artists and bands. In addition to live engineering, I have extensive experience in systems setup, event installation, and overall audio coordination. Working closely with performers, production teams, and technicians has allowed me to develop a practical, solutions-focused approach that delivers smooth shows and professional results.\n\nAlongside my engineering, I maintain an active background as a DJ, giving me a strong musical perspective that complements my technical role and bridges communication between artists and production teams.

Saoud AlDandashi

I am a professional sound engineer based in Kuwait City with experience across live events, concerts, and club environments in Europe and Kuwait. My work focuses on front-of-house and stage mixing, live sound management, and technical event production for a wide range of artists and bands. In addition to live engineering, I have extensive experience in systems setup, event installation, and overall audio coordination. Working closely with performers, production teams, and technicians has allowed me to develop a practical, solutions-focused approach that delivers smooth shows and professional results.\n\nAlongside my engineering, I maintain an active background as a DJ, giving me a strong musical perspective that complements my technical role and bridges communication between artists and production teams.

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I am a professional sound engineer based in Kuwait City with experience across live events, concerts, and club environments in Europe and Kuwait. My work focuses on front-of-house and stage mixing, live sound management, and technical event production for a wide range of artists and bands. In addition to live engineering, I have extensive experience in systems setup, event installation, and overall audio coordination. Working closely with performers, production teams, and technicians has allowed me to develop a practical, solutions-focused approach that delivers smooth shows and professional results.\n\nAlongside my engineering, I maintain an active background as a DJ, giving me a strong musical perspective that complements my technical role and bridges communication between artists and production teams.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Russian
Intermediate
Greek, Modern
Intermediate

Work Experience

Lead Technical Production at Salem Sound
March 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Direct sound engineering and production operations for high-end weddings and live events, ensuring flawless execution for live band performances.
Resident DJ at Salem Sound
March 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Headlining DJ and on-site audio supervision for events, blending musical programming with technical leadership.
Resident DJ at Tell Global
December 1, 2025 - Present
Resident DJ responsibilities at high-profile venues, managing in-venue sound and audience engagement.
Freelance Producer & DJ at Studio 502
February 1, 2025 - Present
Commercial sound design and production of music tracks for branding campaigns and multimedia projects.
Intern - Audio Engineer / Live Broadcast at Kuwait TV Station
November 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Assisted live broadcast audio management, microphone setup, real-time signal routing, and post-production tasks.
Sound Engineer & Resident DJ at Harvey's Lounge
December 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
End-to-end system design and weekly live DJ nights with high-energy performances.
Resident DJ at Triangle Bars Ltd
September 1, 2022 - February 1, 2025
Multi-venue sound management, live performances, and synchronized audio visuals for events.
Resident DJ at Opa Bath
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Atmospheric sets and DJ performances in a boutique venue setting.
Resident DJ at Illuminati
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
High-profile events featuring curated DJ sets with immersive audio visuals.
Intern - Audio at Kuwait TV Station
November 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Assisted in audio pre-production, editing, and broadcast support.
Sound Engineer & Resident DJ at Salem Sound
March 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Lead the direct sound engineering and production operations for high-end weddings and live events, ensuring flawless execution for live band performances. Advanced console operation, operational supervision of technical teams, acoustic calibration, and dual-role as resident DJ to provide seamless transitions between technical and performance responsibilities.
Sound Engineer at Harvey's Lounge
December 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
End-to-end system design, acoustic optimization, asset management, and weekly DJ sets; ensuring peak audio quality across high-profile live venues in Bristol.
Technical Manager at Triangle Bars Ltd
September 1, 2022 - February 1, 2025
Multi-venue technical management across Bristol venues: overseeing live audio-visual production, concurrent live mixing, and onsite maintenance; leading technical teams and ensuring seamless event transitions.
Technical Producer & Stage Manager at International Artist Support
March 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Led technical production and stage management for high-profile performances (e.g., Kevin Lyttle), ensuring all rider, sound checks, and standards were met.
Atmosphere Curation at Opa Bath
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Engineered immersive musical environments by crafting dynamic sets tailored to the venue's upscale identity and guest expectations.
Atmosphere Curation at Opa Bristol
March 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Atmosphere curation and stage management for Bristol venues, including live sets and on-site DJ performances.
Integrated Artist Support & Technical Lead at Illumination
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Spearheaded integrated artist support, delivering technical production and stage management for high-profile performances; verified gear readiness, sound checks, and on-site reliability.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Audio and Music Technology at University of the West of England, Bristol
September 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023
General Education Diploma at American School of Kuwait
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Lycée Français de Kuwait
September 1, 2003 - May 1, 2015
Bachelor's Degree in Audio and Music Technology at University of the West of England, Bristol
September 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023
General Education Diploma at American School of Kuwait
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2018
General Education Diploma at Lycée Français de Kuwait
September 1, 2003 - May 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education