I am a highly creative and dynamic music and media professional with experience across production, recording and live environments, as well as digital content creation. I manage creative projects and deliver high-end audio and visual outputs to commercial standards, drawing on a deep understanding of music production, DAWs, digital audio routing, microphones, audio hardware, plugins, monitoring systems, studio and live infrastructure, media workflows, and digital delivery across modern platforms. I am comfortable working with cloud-based tools and remote collaboration to manage assets and deliver multimedia content efficiently. I am passionate about production, sound engineering, live events and digital media, and I strive to maintain clear communication and positive relationships with artists, clients and stakeholders while delivering high-quality results.

Mark Messam

I am a highly creative and dynamic music and media professional with experience across production, recording and live environments, as well as digital content creation. I manage creative projects and deliver high-end audio and visual outputs to commercial standards, drawing on a deep understanding of music production, DAWs, digital audio routing, microphones, audio hardware, plugins, monitoring systems, studio and live infrastructure, media workflows, and digital delivery across modern platforms. I am comfortable working with cloud-based tools and remote collaboration to manage assets and deliver multimedia content efficiently. I am passionate about production, sound engineering, live events and digital media, and I strive to maintain clear communication and positive relationships with artists, clients and stakeholders while delivering high-quality results.

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I am a highly creative and dynamic music and media professional with experience across production, recording and live environments, as well as digital content creation. I manage creative projects and deliver high-end audio and visual outputs to commercial standards, drawing on a deep understanding of music production, DAWs, digital audio routing, microphones, audio hardware, plugins, monitoring systems, studio and live infrastructure, media workflows, and digital delivery across modern platforms.

I am comfortable working with cloud-based tools and remote collaboration to manage assets and deliver multimedia content efficiently. I am passionate about production, sound engineering, live events and digital media, and I strive to maintain clear communication and positive relationships with artists, clients and stakeholders while delivering high-quality results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Professional – Freelance at Freelance / Self-employed
January 1, 2013 - Present
Acted as main point of contact for artists and collaborators, coordinating multiple projects from initial request through to final delivery, ensuring projects progressed smoothly and on schedule. Conducted studio and live recording sessions, set up and operated audio equipment for recording sessions and live environments, and managed workflows across multi-track recording and performance capture. Recorded, produced, and engineered music across Rock, Pop, R&B, Hip-Hop and Dance, delivering work to commercial standards. Provided creative input including songwriting, topline, and hook writing; mentored artists; produced and edited podcasts; planned and produced digital media projects; created and managed digital content using cloud-based tools; managed digital assets and project files; prepared project information, documentation and credits with strong attention to detail. Supported enquiries relating to music usage, project requirements and delivery formats. Coordinated licensing for rig
Session Music Tutor – Kensington & Chelsea Youth Service at Kensington & Chelsea Youth Service
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Set up and maintained studio equipment and recording environments for workshops and sessions. Delivered community-based studio recording and music production sessions to young people aged 9–19, including NEETs. Planned and delivered engaging workshops in songwriting, recording, and performance. Mentored young people, supporting their personal development, confidence and progression.
Music Tutor & Freelance Musician – Various at Various
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013
Delivered accredited NCFE music technology courses including lesson planning, assessment, and learner support. Managed and engineered recording sessions at studios including Music Bank Tower Bridge, Headlines, and Bagleys. Supported youth/community organisations with music projects, live performances, and mentoring initiatives.
SEN Teaching Assistant – The Beckmead Trust at The Beckmead Trust
January 1, 2019 - Present
Support children with special educational needs, focusing on engagement, behavior management, and confidence building. Brings transferable skills of communication, patience, and mentoring into creative projects.

Education

GCSEs at Archbishop Lanfranc School
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1997
Health & Safety Training at The Beckmead Trust
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026

Qualifications

BTEC Level 2 Understanding Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
HNC/D Music Technology and Production
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
BTEC National Diploma Music Technology
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000
Health & Safety Awareness
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Safeguarding & Duty of Care
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Fire Safety Procedures
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Manual Handling
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Health & Safety Training
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Health & Safety Awareness
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Safeguarding & Duty of Care
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Fire Safety Procedures
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
Manual Handling
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment