I am a sound engineer and music producer with a passion for immersive audio and live events. I’ve built a career around FOH and monitor mixing for large-scale concerts, TV, and cinema, working with digital consoles, Dante networking, and broadcast setups to ensure crisp, reliable sound. Beyond the stage, I ran Hangar Studios in Venezuela, producing music, managing backline rentals, and teaching studio recording online. I’ve collaborated with festivals like the Montreal Jazz Festival and events such as Pepsi Music Awards, focusing on delivering creative and practical audio solutions.

Iñaki Paipa

I am a sound engineer and music producer with a passion for immersive audio and live events. I’ve built a career around FOH and monitor mixing for large-scale concerts, TV, and cinema, working with digital consoles, Dante networking, and broadcast setups to ensure crisp, reliable sound. Beyond the stage, I ran Hangar Studios in Venezuela, producing music, managing backline rentals, and teaching studio recording online. I’ve collaborated with festivals like the Montreal Jazz Festival and events such as Pepsi Music Awards, focusing on delivering creative and practical audio solutions.

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I am a sound engineer and music producer with a passion for immersive audio and live events. I’ve built a career around FOH and monitor mixing for large-scale concerts, TV, and cinema, working with digital consoles, Dante networking, and broadcast setups to ensure crisp, reliable sound.

Beyond the stage, I ran Hangar Studios in Venezuela, producing music, managing backline rentals, and teaching studio recording online. I’ve collaborated with festivals like the Montreal Jazz Festival and events such as Pepsi Music Awards, focusing on delivering creative and practical audio solutions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

F.O.H. & Monitors Engineer at Luis Fernando Borjas, Venezuela / International
January 1, 2021 - Present
Responsible for front of house (F.O.H.) and monitor sound engineering for live performances and events on national and international stages, ensuring optimal audio quality and artist satisfaction.
Stage Manager at Nacho “La Criatura”, Venezuela / International
January 1, 2021 - Present
Managed live stage operations, coordinated technical and artistic teams, and ensured smooth execution of performances across various venues internationally.
Professor Studio Recording 1 at Academia Audioplace
January 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching studio recording principles, techniques, and practical applications to students preparing for careers in sound engineering and music production.
Live Sound Engineer at Various Events including Montreux Jazz Festival 59th, VIII Festival Latino La Laguna, Miss Venezuela, TLT El Show del Mediodía
January 1, 2016 - Present
Provided live sound engineering services for renowned festivals and televised events, managing audio mixing, RF technology, and I.E.M systems to deliver high-quality sound experiences.
CEO at Hangar Studios, VE
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Led business operations for music productions, audio and backline rental services, managing a creative studio environment and client relations.
RF Technician at Pepsi Music Awards (9th & 10th Editions)
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025
Managed radio frequency technical setup and maintenance for live music awards events to ensure interference-free wireless audio signal transmissions.
FOH & Monitors Engineer at Pepsi Music Awards
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Recording, editing, and mixing for artists and commercials in cinema, radio, and television; responsible for FOH and monitor mix for large-scale awards events.
Live Sound Engineer at Montreal Jazz Festival
January 1, 2025 - Present
Live sound engineering for the festival's 59th edition; responsible for immersive and accurate PA and monitoring.
FOH & Monitors Engineer at El Show del Mediodía
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
FOH and monitors engineering for a TV program; ensured accurate levels and broadcast sound.
Live Sound Engineer / International Stage Manager at Jesús Fest Caracas
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Live sound engineer on an international stage; managed stage operations for international acts.
CEO / Hangar Studios, VE Music Productions at Hangar Studios
January 1, 2020 - Present
Studio owner, music production, audio rental, backline rental; online teaching and production services.
Online Professor, Studio Recording 1 at Hangar Studios (Online)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Teaching studio recording techniques and best practices to online students.

Education

Sound Engineer & Music Producer at Academia Audioplace, Caracas, Venezuela
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Immersive Mixing Certificate at DBMIX Immersive
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Dante Certificate Level 1 (2nd Edition) at Dante
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Fundamentals of Communication Acoustics at RWTH Aachen University
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Yamaha Acoustic Engineering Program - 1 at AVIXA
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Yamaha Acoustic Engineering Program - 2 at AVIXA
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Immersive Mixing Certificate
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Dante Certificate Level 1 (2nd Edition)
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Miss Venezuela 2022 & 2023
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods