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My name is Johnny Ortega. I have worked in the professional audio world for over 12 years. First as a studio recording engineer, then mixing engineer, then as a studio manager for one of the most popular recording studios in Miami, FL. Six years ago I began working as a touring audio technician and engineering. Since then I have begun doing live sound and FOH mixing for shows. All the while still maintaining active in the studio recording world. I recently began working for a podcast studio in Miami, FL. My knowledge and experience in all things audio is top-tier.
Skills
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
French
Beginner
Italian
Beginner
Portuguese
Beginner
Work Experience
Sound Engineer at D’Cache Restaurant
August 1, 2012 - January 31, 2013Engineered and mixed live sound for smaller bands (trios to quartets), usually one act per night. Directed lights for live shows and ensured audio functionality throughout the bar and restaurant. Responsible for setup and teardown of live performances.
Intern, Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer at Studio Center Miami
May 1, 2013 - September 30, 2017Managed front-desk reception, maintained clean work environment, handled inventory and music-gear maintenance. Set up and tore down recording and mixing sessions. Engineered and recorded studio sessions, gaining introduction to professional music production.
Live Sound Engineer at Open Stage Club
August 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Engineered and mixed live sound for bands ranging from trios to 8-piece, usually multiple acts per night. Responsible for setup and teardown of live performances.
Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Tour Technician, Studio Manager at Rich Music / Morplay Studios
September 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Managed inventory and music-gear maintenance. Set up and tore down recording/mixing studio sessions and live performances. Engineered and recorded studio sessions and live performances. Mixed and mastered studio recordings and live performances. Provided vocal tuning for live performances. Managed studio bookings and staff. Directed and revised studio reconstruction and remodeling.
A/V Technician at Savage Labs
January 31, 2024 - May 31, 2024Set up and tore down all live-band and DJ performances. Managed inventory and music-gear maintenance and repair. Performed live mixing of all live-band and stage performances, including live light mixing through Onyx Obsidian.
Intern, Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer at Studio Center
May 1, 2013 - September 1, 2017Front-desk reception, maintained a clean work environment, inventory management, music-gear maintenance, setup and teardown of recording and mixing sessions, engineered and recorded studio sessions, intro to professional music production.
Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Tour Technician, Studio Manager at Rich Music / Morp Lay Studios
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2022Inventory management, music-gear maintenance, setup and teardown of recording/mixing studio sessions and live performances, engineered and recorded studio sessions and live performances, mixed and mastered studio recordings and live performances, vocal tuning for live performances, manage studio bookings and staffing, direct and revise studio reconstruction and remodeling.
Independent Freelance Audio Engineer/Technician at Worldwide
January 1, 2023 - PresentIndependent work-for-hire recording, mixing and mastering. Live sound engineering for FOH, monitors, playback, and live pitch correction.
Intern, Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer at Studio Centre Miami
May 1, 2013 - September 1, 2017Front-desk reception, maintained a clean work environment, inventory management, music-gear maintenance, setup and teardown of recording and mixing sessions, engineered and recorded studio sessions, introduction to professional music production.
Independent Freelance Audio Engineer / Technician at Worldwide
January 1, 2023 - PresentLive Sound Engineer, Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer; independent work for hire recording, mixing and mastering.
Education
High School Diploma at John Burroughs High School
September 1, 2005 - June 30, 2009Associate’s Degree at Glendale Community College
September 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010Associate's Degree at Miami-Dade College
September 1, 2013 - June 30, 2016High School Diploma at John Burroughs High School
September 1, 2005 - June 1, 2009Associate's Degree at Glendale Community College
September 1, 2009 - December 1, 2010Audio Engineering Certificate at Musicians Institute
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011Associate's Degree at Miami-Dade College
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016High School Diploma at John Burroughs High School
September 1, 2005 - June 1, 2009Associate's Degree at Glendale Community College
September 1, 2009 - December 1, 2010Audio Engineering Certificate at Musicians Institute
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011Associate's Degree at Miami-Dade College
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016Qualifications
Pro Tools Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2025Logic Pro Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2025Audio Engineering Certificate
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011Pro Tools Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026Logic Pro Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026Pro Tools Certified
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026Logic Pro Certified
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
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