Isabella Kraus is an audio production and music composer focused on creating high-quality, audience-ready work across live events, recording sessions, and station-based productions. She combines technical expertise in live sound, mixing, and recording with creative strengths in composition and audio-visual post-production. She is a bassist and vocalist active in alternative rock bands, and she also contributes to multimedia projects through editing, content creation, and visual design. Her background includes professional audio crew roles in collegiate and community settings, leadership in university radio production, and ongoing music performance and release work. Isabella is also an interdisciplinary artist known by the artist name, almostCaroline. While her main practice is printmaking (woodcut, intalgio, and linoleum), she also has been exploring ceramics as well, often colliding the two artforms to create unique utilizable pieces. Ask Isabella what she’s currently working on!

Isabella Kraus

Isabella Kraus is an audio production and music composer focused on creating high-quality, audience-ready work across live events, recording sessions, and station-based productions. She combines technical expertise in live sound, mixing, and recording with creative strengths in composition and audio-visual post-production. She is a bassist and vocalist active in alternative rock bands, and she also contributes to multimedia projects through editing, content creation, and visual design. Her background includes professional audio crew roles in collegiate and community settings, leadership in university radio production, and ongoing music performance and release work. Isabella is also an interdisciplinary artist known by the artist name, almostCaroline. While her main practice is printmaking (woodcut, intalgio, and linoleum), she also has been exploring ceramics as well, often colliding the two artforms to create unique utilizable pieces. Ask Isabella what she’s currently working on!

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Isabella Kraus is an audio production and music composer focused on creating high-quality, audience-ready work across live events, recording sessions, and station-based productions. She combines technical expertise in live sound, mixing, and recording with creative strengths in composition and audio-visual post-production.

She is a bassist and vocalist active in alternative rock bands, and she also contributes to multimedia projects through editing, content creation, and visual design. Her background includes professional audio crew roles in collegiate and community settings, leadership in university radio production, and ongoing music performance and release work.

Isabella is also an interdisciplinary artist known by the artist name, almostCaroline. While her main practice is printmaking (woodcut, intalgio, and linoleum), she also has been exploring ceramics as well, often colliding the two artforms to create unique utilizable pieces. Ask Isabella what she’s currently working on!

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Audio Crew (Live audio + recording support) at Lamont School of Music (University of Denver)
March 1, 2026 - Present
Provided professional audio support for live performances, recording sessions, masterclasses, and special events in a collegiate conservatory environment. Adapted quickly to diverse production needs and event formats. Operated and maintained professional audio equipment including digital mixing consoles, microphones, monitor systems, and recording hardware, ensuring efficient setup, operation, and teardown. Collaborated with faculty, guest artists, production staff, and performers, communicating effectively in fast-paced environments and adjusting to evolving technical and artistic requirements. Troubleshot technical issues and responded to last-minute changes under pressure to support seamless event execution and a professional experience for performers and audiences.
Director of Audio Production (University radio) at KXDU Radio Station (University Club), Denver
January 1, 2026 - Present
Serves as Director of Audio Production, continuing oversight of station recording, production, and quality standards and ensuring produced shows meet broadcast expectations.
Staging and Audio Assistant at Hayden Homes Amphitheater
June 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Supported full concert load-ins, stage setup, teardown, and equipment handling at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Collaborated with touring audio engineers, production managers, and fellow crew members, maintaining clear communication and professional backstage etiquette. Followed detailed stage plots and input lists to assemble backline and audio setups accurately and efficiently. Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to venue safety protocols, using proper lifting techniques, and following cable-management best practices.
Manager / Director of Audio Production (University radio) at KXDU Radio Station (University Club), Denver
January 1, 2024 - Present
Headed recorded and produced projects, overseeing recording of live and pre-recorded shows and ensuring quality and station standards. Led KXDU’s “Tiny Dorm” committee for the station’s affiliate YouTube channel featuring student/local band performances and interviews inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk format. Edited audio and video files using tools including Pro Tools and Adobe to improve sound quality, remove errors, and enhance audiovisual elements. Mentored and supported club members by guiding new team members and helping them develop technical skills. Collaborated with other departments (PR, communications, event teams) to promote shows and increase listenership.
Stagehand / Stage & Equipment Support at Lamont School of Music (University of Denver)
September 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated with the production team to set up and strike stage equipment for performances, ensuring smooth transitions between pieces. Coordinated with performers, musicians, and other crew members to facilitate clear back-of-house communication and handle last-minute adjustments or issues. Operated and maintained stage machinery and moved set pieces to meet the dynamic needs of productions.
Seasonal Retail Sales Specialist at REI
February 1, 2023 - Present
Maintained product and service knowledge and used it to help sell products, services, and memberships to customers. Worked with store management, visual merchandising staff, and sales leads to maintain visual standards. Engaged customers in product/service inquiries and performed restocking and inventory management tasks across multiple seasonal periods.
Office Assistant at Plamaris Property Management Inc.
August 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Handled filing, prepared and managed marketing emails, and supported mail management and office reception.

Education

BM, Recording & Production; Composition at University of Denver, Lamont School of Music
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2027
High school diploma (4.15 weighted GPA; 4.0 unweighted graduate) at Redwood High School
January 1, 2019 - June 30, 2023

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Real Estate & Construction