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I'm Jesse May, a multi-disciplinary audio-visual professional based in Indianapolis. I engineer, mix, and manage live events, recordings, and hybrid meetings for education, healthcare, and corporate environments. I thrive collaborating with show runners, artists, and clients to deliver high-quality sound, lighting, and video experiences across small and large productions. I enjoy coordinating with performers, technicians, and venue staff to ensure smooth operations—from single-m mic podium events to multi-day competitions and large-scale broadcasts. My focus is on reliable systems, clear communication, and hands-on problem solving to create memorable experiences.…I'm Jesse May, a multi-disciplinary audio-visual professional based in Indianapolis. I engineer, mix, and manage live events, recordings, and hybrid meetings for education, healthcare, and corporate environments. I thrive collaborating with show runners, artists, and clients to deliver high-quality sound, lighting, and video experiences across small and large productions. I enjoy coordinating with performers, technicians, and venue staff to ensure smooth operations—from single-m mic podium events to multi-day competitions and large-scale broadcasts. My focus is on reliable systems, clear communication, and hands-on problem solving to create memorable experiences.

Jesse May

Sound Engineer, Video Editor, Production Manager, +5

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I'm Jesse May, a multi-disciplinary audio-visual professional based in Indianapolis. I engineer, mix, and manage live events, recordings, and hybrid meetings for education, healthcare, and corporate environments. I thrive collaborating with show runners, artists, and clients to deliver high-quality sound, lighting, and video experiences across small and large productions. I enjoy coordinating with performers, technicians, and venue staff to ensure smooth operations—from single-m mic podium events to multi-day competitions and large-scale broadcasts. My focus is on reliable systems, clear communication, and hands-on problem solving to create memorable experiences.…I'm Jesse May, a multi-disciplinary audio-visual professional based in Indianapolis. I engineer, mix, and manage live events, recordings, and hybrid meetings for education, healthcare, and corporate environments. I thrive collaborating with show runners, artists, and clients to deliver high-quality sound, lighting, and video experiences across small and large productions. I enjoy coordinating with performers, technicians, and venue staff to ensure smooth operations—from single-m mic podium events to multi-day competitions and large-scale broadcasts. My focus is on reliable systems, clear communication, and hands-on problem solving to create memorable experiences.

Available to hire

I’m Jesse May, a multi-disciplinary audio-visual professional based in Indianapolis. I engineer, mix, and manage live events, recordings, and hybrid meetings for education, healthcare, and corporate environments. I thrive collaborating with show runners, artists, and clients to deliver high-quality sound, lighting, and video experiences across small and large productions.

I enjoy coordinating with performers, technicians, and venue staff to ensure smooth operations—from single-m mic podium events to multi-day competitions and large-scale broadcasts. My focus is on reliable systems, clear communication, and hands-on problem solving to create memorable experiences.

Skills

Podcast Production

Set Design

Experience Level

Podcast Production

Expert

Set Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Director, Pike Performing Arts Center at Pike Performing Arts Center

June 1, 2025 - Present

Oversee all aspects of production for events ranging from small single-mic podiums to multi-day music and dance competitions; manage part-time technical and FOH staff; coordinate with show runners and artist managers; oversee major audio installs/upgrades (Dante, S-LinK, RF coordination), lighting, and video streaming/playback systems; manage rentals and scheduling.

AV Support Technician at Eli Lilly (Market Research Division)

February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025

Consulted on meeting space upgrades; provided meeting support for biweekly division-wide hybrid meetings; supported conference rooms, meeting spaces, and Teams rooms; break/fix for campus-wide meeting spaces.

Audio & Video Editor at Roche Diagnostics (Diversified)

September 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024

Oversight of installation and engineering for new podcast studio; audio engineering for lawn events with bands/DJs; produced 6 monthly podcast recordings; video editing of recorded events; in-studio client perspectives; large-scale events in-person and hybrid; video switcher on live stream hybrid events; on-site event support.

AV Technician / Conference Center Support at IU Health - Methodist

January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022

Conference room, meeting space, and Teams room support; assisted with small outdoor events; supported in-person hybrid events in the main auditorium.

Freelance Audio Engineer at Midwest Sports Broadcasting

August 1, 2020 - October 1, 2021

Primary focus on audio engineering with broad knowledge of lighting, video, data networking, and stage support; responsible for over 300 live events yearly; interfaced with on-air and digital audio systems; supported both in-person and hybrid events.

Live Event Technician at Markey's Rental & Staging

May 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020

Primary focus on audio engineering with knowledge of lighting, video, data networking, and stage support; loading/unloading of gear; coordination with sales to ensure proper equipment; prepared gear and inventory for outbound events; managed schedules and on-site setup.

Warehouse Technician / Inspection at Warehouse Tech/Inspection

February 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018

Managed audio, video, and lighting inventory; inspected gear returns; loaded/unloaded ~100 truck loads annually; prepared new gear and inventory for outbound events.

Audio/Live Sound Engineer at Joyful Noise Recording

January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016

Audio engineering and stage management for live performances; live show recording and mixing; coordinated with incoming artists and their crews; assisted with load-ins/outs.

Audio Engineer / Stage Technician at Music Family Tree

September 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017

Audio engineering and stage management for live performances; live show recording and mixing; coordinated with artists' crews; oversaw LD, video, and lighting crews; scheduling.

Marketing & Social Media Intern / Artist Advocate at Joyful Noise Recording

January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016

Marketing and social media duties; artist advocacy and communications.