Kanishk Saha

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent

Work Experience

Chief Sound Engineer at Alive Media Productions & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Directed FOH and monitor engineering for 30+ large-scale concerts and multilingual productions, enhancing audience engagement and technical precision across diverse events. Mixed live sound for two Bollywood singers, Kunal Ganjawala and Zubeen Garg, during major concerts. Set up and maintained equipment for 30+ jam room sessions, studio sessions, and live shows, ensuring reliable functionality. Established and maintained equipment for 30+ jam room sessions, studio sessions, and live shows, achieving high reliability in functionality and enhancing overall event quality for attendees. Delivered over 40 audio projects for promotional content, internal productions, and music releases, including mixing for Rekha Bhardwaj.
Audio Engineer at Self-Employed / Freelance
August 1, 2025 - Present
Provide end-to-end audio production services including recording, mixing, mastering, and sound design for diverse international clients across music, podcasting, and multimedia projects. Manage multiple concurrent projects with strict deadlines while maintaining premium quality standards and client satisfaction. Collaborate remotely with artists and producers across different time zones, demonstrating strong communication and project management skills.
Chief Audio Engineer at Alive India
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Led audio engineering operations for recording studio, overseeing all recording, mixing, and mastering projects to ensure premium sound quality and consistent client satisfaction. Successfully mixed 30+ large-scale live concerts over 2 years, managing complex multi-input systems (100+ channels) and delivering broadcast-quality audio in high-pressure, time-critical environments. Collaborated with prominent Indian artists including Rekha Bhardwaj, Kunal Ganjawala, and Zubeen Garg on multi-lingual music productions, serving dual roles as music producer and session keyboardist. Implemented workflow optimizations and template-based mixing approaches that improved studio session efficiency by 25%, reducing turnaround time and increasing project capacity. Mentored and trained junior engineers on Pro Tools workflows, mixing techniques, signal flow, and industry best practices, fostering team skill development.
Live Sound Engineer at Sound Force
December 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Engineered live sound for concerts, corporate events, and festivals using industry-standard digital consoles including DiGiCo, Yamaha, and Allen & Heath platforms. Managed both FOH (Front of House) and monitor mixing duties simultaneously, ensuring optimal sound balance for performers and audiences of up to 5,000+ attendees. Coordinated with technical crews for efficient setup, comprehensive soundcheck procedures, and real-time troubleshooting during live events to maintain audio quality. Gained extensive hands-on experience with large-format PA systems, line array configuration, and RF coordination for wireless microphone and in-ear monitor systems.

Education

MSc. Audio Production at University of Salford, Manchester
September 15, 2025 - September 30, 2026
Higher Secondary (12th – ISC) at De Nobili School, Koradih
April 10, 2018 - July 10, 2020
Bachelor of Arts (Sound and Music Technology) at Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism, Pune
September 17, 2020 - May 24, 2023
Master of Science in Audio Production at The University of Salford
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Sound and Music Technology at Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023

Qualifications

Pro tool
December 19, 2025 - December 19, 2025
Avid Certified Pro Tools Specialist (Version 2020)
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026
Podcasting & Digital Audio Production
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026
Foley and Sound Design for Visual Media
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education