Johnny Ortega

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My name is Johnny Ortega. I have worked in the professional audio world for over 12 years.

About

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.

  • Joined September 2024

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianFluent
  • FrenchBeginner
  • ItalianBeginner
  • PortugueseBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Professional Services

Projects · 1

Work experience· 10 roles

A/V Technician · Savage LabsJan 2024 – May 2024 · 5 mos

Set 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.

Independent Freelance Audio Engineer / Technician · WorldwideJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Live Sound Engineer, Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer; independent work for hire recording, mixing and mastering.

Independent Freelance Audio Engineer/Technician · WorldwideJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Independent work-for-hire recording, mixing and mastering. Live sound engineering for FOH, monitors, playback, and live pitch correction.

Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Tour Technician, Studio Manager · Rich Music / Morp Lay StudiosSep 2017 – Dec 2022 · 5 yrs 4 mos
Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Tour Technician, Studio Manager · Rich Music / Morplay StudiosSep 2017 – Dec 2022 · 5 yrs 4 mos
Live Sound Engineer · Open Stage ClubAug 2013 – Dec 2013 · 5 mos
Intern, Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer · Studio Centre MiamiMay 2013 – Sep 2017 · 4 yrs 5 mos
Intern, Assistant Studio Engineer, Producer, Head Studio Engineer · Studio CenterMay 2013 – Sep 2017 · 4 yrs 5 mos

Education· 11

High School Diploma · John Burroughs High School2005 – 2009
Associate’s Degree · Glendale Community College2009 – 2010
Associate's Degree · Miami-Dade College2013 – 2016
High School Diploma · John Burroughs High School2005 – 2009

Certifications and awards· 7

Pro Tools Certified2030 – 2025
Logic Pro Certified2030 – 2025
Audio Engineering Certificate2011
Pro Tools Certified2030 – 2026

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