I am a passionate BA Music graduate and MPhil Music & Media Technologies student, eager to merge artistic expression with technical research. My focus is on exploring the brain through sound, combining creativity and science to discover innovative ways to experience music. I have hands-on experience producing, mixing, and mastering music, along with engaging with music technology in various capacities. With freelance work in music production and tutoring, as well as supervisory responsibilities in the hospitality sector, I bring a diverse skill set and a strong work ethic. My academic background and practical experience enable me to pursue creative projects that integrate music, technology, and media innovations.

Sarah Desmond

I am a passionate BA Music graduate and MPhil Music & Media Technologies student, eager to merge artistic expression with technical research. My focus is on exploring the brain through sound, combining creativity and science to discover innovative ways to experience music. I have hands-on experience producing, mixing, and mastering music, along with engaging with music technology in various capacities. With freelance work in music production and tutoring, as well as supervisory responsibilities in the hospitality sector, I bring a diverse skill set and a strong work ethic. My academic background and practical experience enable me to pursue creative projects that integrate music, technology, and media innovations.

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I am a passionate BA Music graduate and MPhil Music & Media Technologies student, eager to merge artistic expression with technical research. My focus is on exploring the brain through sound, combining creativity and science to discover innovative ways to experience music. I have hands-on experience producing, mixing, and mastering music, along with engaging with music technology in various capacities.

With freelance work in music production and tutoring, as well as supervisory responsibilities in the hospitality sector, I bring a diverse skill set and a strong work ethic. My academic background and practical experience enable me to pursue creative projects that integrate music, technology, and media innovations.

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Work Experience

Freelance Music Producer
January 1, 2022 - Present
Mixed and mastered personal music projects and compositions ensuring high-quality audio production. Utilised music software including MuseScore, Sibelius, Logic Pro, and Reaper to create professional mixes by detailed editing and production techniques.
Supervisor at Insomnia Coffee
January 1, 2021 - Present
Held key responsibilities including cashing up tills, managing daily sales, training staff professionally and welcomingly. Oversaw product inventory management, stock purchasing, logging, and banking lodgements.
Freelance Guitar Teacher
January 1, 2024 - August 25, 2025
Provided one-on-one guitar lessons to students of all skill levels, focusing on technique, music theory, and repertoire development. Designed customised lesson plans to suit individual learning styles and needs.
Freelance Leaving Certificate Music Tutor
January 1, 2023 - August 25, 2025
Tutored students in all musical aspects with an emphasis on music technology, helping them understand complex concepts and practical music applications.
Music Maker - Work Experience
April 30, 2017 - August 25, 2025
Assisted customers selecting musical instruments, equipment, and accessories. Demonstrated product knowledge, provided technical support, maintained inventory and organized product displays.

Education

MPhil, Music & Media Technologies at Trinity College
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
BA, Music (Specialisation in Music Technology) at Trinity College
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail