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I’m Haley Webster, a passionate and creative audio professional with a proven track record in creating and delivering outstanding audio experiences to clients. I thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in solving problems, delivering polished results, and maintaining a high standard for audio quality.
I’m skilled in reviewing, editing, and compiling audio mixes/tracks using a variety of DAWs, with a keen eye for detail and a knack for troubleshooting artifacts. I bring strong communication and teamwork to every project, and I enjoy helping clients achieve their sonic goals while keeping projects on time and on budget.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Drum Instructor at School of Rock, Chicago, IL
December 31, 2022 - July 29, 2025Creative Drum Instructor for teaching music education and instrumental methods to children and adults. Guided students in the instrumental methods courses. Taught assigned music courses in classroom, online, and hybrid environments. Expanded course curriculum and utilized current teaching methods for instruction. Efficiently completed attendance and grade submission reports for all enrolled students. Played an instrumental role in student success by planning and delivering comprehensive music exercises aligned with student needs. Encouraged music passion for children and adults by creating a safe and comfortable environment to learn and grow musical abilities.
Podcast Editor at The M.S. Gym, Chicago, IL
December 31, 2019 - July 29, 2025Principal Audio Editor for world-class audio experience creation and delivery to clients living with MS. Closely collaborated with the Head of Audio on podcast content creation and planning to maximize impact on client's wellbeing. Principal Audio Reviewer of various podcasts and recordings to select the best options, remove unwanted audio, and finalize the best audio compilations to be sent to the client. Ensured delivery of flawless audio podcasts to clients by leveraging high attention to detail, refined audio sound detection, and removing noise, clicks, pops, hums, breaths, and other unwanted artifacts. Partnered with the audio team to record podcasts in various scenarios, determine optimal recording set-ups, and contribute to podcast compilation. Fine-tuned music/podcast mixing and mastering to provide MS clients with an optimal audio experience. Consistently exceeded audio expectations by enhancing the overall podcast quality of weekly episodes.
Audio Engineering Intern at Soundscape Music Studios, Chicago, IL
December 31, 2018 - July 29, 2025Proactive Contributor to all activities of a post-production audio session, including sound design, audio editing, audio mixing, exporting audio, file management, client communication, revisions, and deliverables. Shadowed audio engineers during recording sessions and developed hands-on skills in audio recording, mixing, editing, and mastering. Operated audio systems and assessed the acoustics of the performance area throughout the entire recording session to record sound onto digital audio equipment. Consulted with producers and performers to determine the sound requirements. Positioned, adjusted, and operated the equipment used for amplification and recording. Monitored and evaluated audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions and correct identified problems. Synchronized pre-recorded audio with visual content, mixed and balanced speech, effects, and music, as well as created and altered sound effects for use in films, television, etc.
Food & Beverage Specialist at Crafty, Chicago, IL
September 1, 2021 - PresentMerchandiser at Hampshire Farms, Chicago, IL
September 30, 2021 - July 29, 2025Assistant at Vacations by Rail
February 1, 2024 - PresentHandle high volume of callers daily with existing reservations for pre-planned vacations. Use various POS systems to book trip packages and additional services for clients. Maintain a customer-first approach to handle pre- and post-travel questions and issues.
Office Manager at Crafty LLC
February 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025On-site at Chicago-area offices to organize communal spaces and stock foods, beverages, cleaning supplies and office supplies. Worked with clients on office provisioning and vendor interactions. Took daily inventory and received/stocked daily shipments. Maintained detailed, organized, and well-stocked spaces at each location.
Post-Production Audio Contributor at Soundscape Studios
September 1, 2018 - September 16, 2025Proactive contributor to all post-production audio sessions including sound design, audio editing, audio mixing, exporting audio, file management, client communication, revisions, and deliverables. Shadowed audio engineers during recording sessions and developed hands-on skills in audio recording, mixing, editing, and mastering. Gained skills to create professional-sounding audio tracks using plug-ins and DAW systems.
Drum Sales Associate at Guitar Center
August 1, 2016 - September 16, 2025Assisted customers with drum equipment sales, facilitated product demonstrations, and supported store operations.
Drum Instructor at School of Rock Chicago
March 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025Instructed drums for students, prepared lesson plans, and supported school programs.
Podcast Editor at The M.S. Gym
September 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025Edited podcast episodes including audio design, editing, and mastering as part of a team.
Education
B.A. at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019Qualifications
Dante Networking
September 6, 2025 - September 6, 2028Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Retail, Professional Services, Other
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