I'm a creatively-driven, technically-minded multi-hyphenate with a passion for collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving. Positivity and resilience are my superpowers—I bring them to every deadline, every brainstorm, and every unexpected twist in the road.

Dawn Dineen

I'm a creatively-driven, technically-minded multi-hyphenate with a passion for collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving. Positivity and resilience are my superpowers—I bring them to every deadline, every brainstorm, and every unexpected twist in the road.

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I’m a creatively-driven, technically-minded multi-hyphenate with a passion for collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving.

Positivity and resilience are my superpowers—I bring them to every deadline, every brainstorm, and every unexpected twist in the road.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Composer + Producer at Tidy Pears
January 1, 2025 - Present
Manage a newly developed original music catalog designed for one-stop sync licensing across cinematic underscore, electronica, orchestral, indie, and singer-songwriter styles to support film, TV, advertising, and digital media projects.
Music Producer + Audio Engineer at Yarner Recording Studio
January 1, 2004 - Present
Operate and manage a private recording studio service across three locations (Washington, DC; College Park, MD; Knoxville, TN), providing recording, mixing, editing, and full-scale music production. Additional specialties include voice-over production, podcast editing, and audio support for corporate training modules.
Writer/Researcher at Discovery Channel et al
December 31, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated with Discovery Channel’s creative marketing team on fast-paced, deadline-driven content for broadcast television. Researched and wrote concise, show-specific and behind-the-scenes factoids for on-air integration within 'reloaded' episodes, including fact-checking and cast-interview questions for notable series such as Deadliest Catch, Alaska: The Last Frontier, and others.
Lead Audio Technician + Bureau Chief at Morningside Partners
December 31, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Lead Audio Technician for verbatim Congressional transcripts. Oversaw setup and operation of recording equipment across seven U.S. Capitol buildings, secured live audio feeds for remote recording, and managed a fast-paced, deadline-driven schedule with two on-site staff and coordination with committees and press.
Network Coordinator at Discovery Communications
December 31, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Reviewed and approved technical QC reports for TV programming, ensuring audio/video/content integrity and appropriate handling of language, nudity, and cultural context. Served as liaison between production and technical staff with 24/7 availability to support timely delivery.
General Manager + Audio Equipment Rental Coordinator at Wheaton Music
December 31, 2003 - October 2, 2025
Oversaw sales and rentals of professional audio equipment, trained and led a team of up to 15 staff, and delivered high levels of customer service and operational efficiency.
Music Composer + Producer at Tidy Pears
January 1, 2025 - Present
Manage a newly developed original music catalog designed for one-stop sync licensing across cinematic underscore, electronica, orchestral, indie, and singer-songwriter genres to support film, TV, advertising, and digital media projects.
Music Producer + Audio Engineer at Yarner Recording Studio
January 1, 2004 - Present
Operate and manage a private recording studio service across three locations; provide recording, mixing, editing, and full-scale music production; offer voice-over production, podcast editing, and audio support for corporate training modules.
Writer/Researcher at Discovery Channel et al
December 31, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated with Discovery Channel’s creative marketing team on fast-paced, deadline-driven content for broadcast; researched and wrote concise, show-specific, and behind-the-scenes factoids for on-air integration; handled fact-checking and interview questions for series including Deadliest Catch, Alaska: The Last Frontier, Alaskan Bush People, Naked and Afraid, and more.
Lead Audio Technician + Bureau Chief at Morningside Partners
December 31, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Lead audio technician for verbatim Congressional transcripts; oversaw setup and operation of recording equipment across seven buildings with up to 35 hearing rooms and press sites daily; secured live audio feeds for remote recording and ensured high-quality capture of government proceedings; managed fast-paced schedules and supervised staff.
Network Coordinator at Discovery Communications
December 31, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Reviewed and approved technical QC reports for television programming; ensured compliance with network specifications for audio, video, and content integrity; assessed sensitive material for language, nudity, and cultural context; liaised between production teams and technical staff; maintained 24/7 availability to resolve last-minute concerns.
General Manager + Audio Equipment Rental Coordinator at Wheaton Music
December 31, 2003 - October 2, 2025
Oversaw sales and rentals of a broad range of professional audio equipment; managed a team of up to 15 employees; provided expert guidance to customers and ensured high levels of service, product knowledge, and operational efficiency.
Music Composer + Producer at Tidy Pears
January 1, 2025 - Present
Manage a newly developed original music catalog designed for one-stop sync licensing across cinematic underscore, electronica, orchestral, indie, and singer-songwriter styles; supports film, television, advertising, and digital media projects.
Music Producer + Audio Engineer at Yarner Recording Studio
January 1, 2004 - Present
Operate and manage a private recording studio service that has migrated across three locations (Washington, DC; College Park, MD; Knoxville, TN). Provide recording, mixing, editing, and full-scale music production; additional specialties include voice-over production, podcast editing, and audio support for corporate training modules.
Writer/Researcher at Discovery Channel et al
January 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated with Discovery Channel’s creative marketing team on fast-paced, deadline-driven content for broadcast television. Researched and wrote concise, show-specific, and behind-the-scenes factoids designed for on-air integration within reloaded episodes; performed fact-checking, crafted cast-interview questions, and viewer-engaging content based on cast responses.
Lead Audio Technician + Bureau Chief at Morningside Partners
January 1, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Lead Audio Technician for verbatim Congressional transcripts; oversaw setup and operation of recording equipment across all seven buildings of the U.S. Capitol complex, covering up to 35 hearing rooms and press sites daily. Secured live audio feeds for remote recording and ensured high-quality, uninterrupted capture of government proceedings. Managed a fast-paced, deadline-driven schedule, supervised two on-site staff, and maintained strong working relationships with Congressional committees and press organizations.
Network Coordinator at Discovery Communications
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Reviewed and approved technical quality control (QC) reports for television programming, ensuring compliance with network specifications for audio, video, and content integrity. Assessed sensitive material for language, nudity, and cultural context to meet editorial standards. Acted as liaison between production teams and technical staff, translating complex QC issues into clear updates for management. Maintained 24/7 availability to resolve last-minute concerns and support timely delivery aligned with scheduled air dates.
General Manager + Audio Equipment Rental Coordinator at Wheaton Music
January 1, 2003 - October 2, 2025
Oversaw sales and rentals of a broad range of professional audio equipment, including musical instruments, speaker systems, power amplifiers, mixers, microphones, recording gear, DJ lighting, and related accessories. Provided expert guidance to customers across diverse needs and use cases. Managed and trained a team of up to 15 employees, ensuring high levels of customer service, product knowledge, and operational efficiency.

Education

at Omega School of Recording Arts & Sciences, Rockville, MD
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025
at University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025
at Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government, Education, Telecommunications, Other
    uniE603 Original Compositions by Dawn Dineen - Calash EP
    I compose, produce, record, and mix original instrumental music under the monikers Qualtagh and Electronic Ice Cream. Examples of my work can also be found on Spotify. music instrumental soundtrack composer