Hi, I’m Rhys Holmes, a recent graduate from the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance specializing in audio engineering and music production. I freelance as an audio engineer, working in both studio and live settings around London, with hands-on experience in recording sessions, live mixes, and equipment setups at various venues and studios. I enjoy tackling technical challenges and delivering clear, dynamic sound for artists and productions. I’ve collaborated on recording sessions, run live sound at multiple venues, and helped install and test gear for performances and musicals. I’m actively expanding my toolkit, pursuing Dante certification, and seeking diverse projects in music and audio to grow my craft and contribute to great-sounding productions.

Rhys Holmes

Hi, I’m Rhys Holmes, a recent graduate from the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance specializing in audio engineering and music production. I freelance as an audio engineer, working in both studio and live settings around London, with hands-on experience in recording sessions, live mixes, and equipment setups at various venues and studios. I enjoy tackling technical challenges and delivering clear, dynamic sound for artists and productions. I’ve collaborated on recording sessions, run live sound at multiple venues, and helped install and test gear for performances and musicals. I’m actively expanding my toolkit, pursuing Dante certification, and seeking diverse projects in music and audio to grow my craft and contribute to great-sounding productions.

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Hi, I’m Rhys Holmes, a recent graduate from the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance specializing in audio engineering and music production. I freelance as an audio engineer, working in both studio and live settings around London, with hands-on experience in recording sessions, live mixes, and equipment setups at various venues and studios. I enjoy tackling technical challenges and delivering clear, dynamic sound for artists and productions.

I’ve collaborated on recording sessions, run live sound at multiple venues, and helped install and test gear for performances and musicals. I’m actively expanding my toolkit, pursuing Dante certification, and seeking diverse projects in music and audio to grow my craft and contribute to great-sounding productions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Audio Engineer at Various Venues and Studios in London
January 1, 2022 - Present
Operated audio engineering equipment such as Allen and Heath PA28, Behringer X32, Midas M32, and others at venues including Worlds End Finsbury Park, Camden Eye, The Slaughtered Lamb, Hawkins Forge, and ICMP. Worked in studios like University studios, Church studio, Battery studios, and Fish Factory. Both on my own engineering projects as well as assisting for high level engineers.
Hospitality Staff at Brightsparks
April 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Provided hospitality services at various events across London.
Freelance Audio Engineer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2024 - Present
Studio and live sound engineering; assisted recording sessions at Church, Battery and Fish Factory studios; engineered at venues such as the Slaughter and Lamb, Brixton Jamm and Worlds End Finsbury Park; operated desks and consoles and ran lights/visuals at Brixton Jamm.
Engineer at Orbital Sound
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Building and testing equipment for musicals, including speakers, large amps/FOH/COMMS and CCTV racks to power everything in the venue.
Hospitality Staff / Event Crew at Brightsparks
April 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Hospitality at different events around London.
Freelance Audio Engineer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Both studio and live sound engineering. Assisted recording sessions at Church, Battery and Fish Factory studios. Engineered at venues such as the Slaughter and Lamb, Brixton Jamm and Worlds End Finsbury Park. Accessed a wide range of desks and consoles and ran lights/visuals at Brixton Jamm.

Education

Bachelors at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
September 1, 2022 - May 30, 2025
Audio Engineering and Production
Audio Engineering and Music Production at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Graduate in Audio Engineering and Music Production at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Graduate program in Audio Engineering and Music Production at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Graduate program in Audio Engineering and Music Production at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Trinity College London- Bronze Arts Award
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Sports Leaders UK- SLQ Level 1 Sports Leadership
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Duke Of Edinburgh Award- Bronze Award
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
A-levels: BTEC Music (D*), BTEC Business (D*), Psychology (C)
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026
Pro Tools 101 and 110 Courses
May 1, 2024 - May 4, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026
Pro Tools 101 and 110 Courses
May 1, 2024 - May 4, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026
Pro Tools 101 and 110 Courses
May 1, 2024 - May 5, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 1, 2024 - May 5, 2026
A-levels: BTEC Music - D*
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026
A-levels: BTEC Business - D*
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026
A-levels: Psychology - C
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026
Pro Tools 101 and 110 Courses
May 1, 2024 - May 10, 2026
Dante Level 1
May 1, 2024 - May 10, 2026
Pro Tools 101 and 110 Courses
May 1, 2024 - May 10, 2026
Dante Level 1
May 1, 2024 - May 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services