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I’m Stephen Szakos, a Bethlehem-based music producer and audio engineer with over 25 years in the industry and more than 7 years in professional studio work. My background as a United States Marine Corps commissioned officer has shaped my leadership, fast-paced decision-making, and precise communication under pressure. I bring a collaborative mindset, a keen ear for quality, and a strong commitment to delivering polished results on tight timelines. As a freelance producer, drummer, and church music minister, I collaborate closely with artists to capture authentic performances, craft sonically rich mixes, and deliver tracks that meet ambitious goals. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy helping artists translate their ideas into compelling, commercially viable recordings.…I’m Stephen Szakos, a Bethlehem-based music producer and audio engineer with over 25 years in the industry and more than 7 years in professional studio work. My background as a United States Marine Corps commissioned officer has shaped my leadership, fast-paced decision-making, and precise communication under pressure. I bring a collaborative mindset, a keen ear for quality, and a strong commitment to delivering polished results on tight timelines. As a freelance producer, drummer, and church music minister, I collaborate closely with artists to capture authentic performances, craft sonically rich mixes, and deliver tracks that meet ambitious goals. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy helping artists translate their ideas into compelling, commercially viable recordings.

Stephen Szakos

Audio Engineer, Audio Mixer, Music Producer, +4

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I’m Stephen Szakos, a Bethlehem-based music producer and audio engineer with over 25 years in the industry and more than 7 years in professional studio work. My background as a United States Marine Corps commissioned officer has shaped my leadership, fast-paced decision-making, and precise communication under pressure. I bring a collaborative mindset, a keen ear for quality, and a strong commitment to delivering polished results on tight timelines. As a freelance producer, drummer, and church music minister, I collaborate closely with artists to capture authentic performances, craft sonically rich mixes, and deliver tracks that meet ambitious goals. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy helping artists translate their ideas into compelling, commercially viable recordings.…I’m Stephen Szakos, a Bethlehem-based music producer and audio engineer with over 25 years in the industry and more than 7 years in professional studio work. My background as a United States Marine Corps commissioned officer has shaped my leadership, fast-paced decision-making, and precise communication under pressure. I bring a collaborative mindset, a keen ear for quality, and a strong commitment to delivering polished results on tight timelines. As a freelance producer, drummer, and church music minister, I collaborate closely with artists to capture authentic performances, craft sonically rich mixes, and deliver tracks that meet ambitious goals. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy helping artists translate their ideas into compelling, commercially viable recordings.

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I’m Stephen Szakos, a Bethlehem-based music producer and audio engineer with over 25 years in the industry and more than 7 years in professional studio work. My background as a United States Marine Corps commissioned officer has shaped my leadership, fast-paced decision-making, and precise communication under pressure. I bring a collaborative mindset, a keen ear for quality, and a strong commitment to delivering polished results on tight timelines.

As a freelance producer, drummer, and church music minister, I collaborate closely with artists to capture authentic performances, craft sonically rich mixes, and deliver tracks that meet ambitious goals. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy helping artists translate their ideas into compelling, commercially viable recordings.

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Expert

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Commissioned Officer at United States Marine Corps (USMC)

January 1, 2022 - Present

Lead and manage around 200 peers and subordinates; train and evaluate peers; create, implement, and manage training plans for new candidates.

Freelance Producer/Audio Engineer at Self-employed

January 1, 2017 - Present

Set up equipment and record tracks for artists and other performers; edit and mix various pre-recorded audio during post-production; collaborate with and support other producers on projects.

Minister of Music at CCLM

January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017

Assisted in live sound for Sunday church services; played drums weekly; educated younger members on drums and sound system operation.

Drummer / Freelance Musician at Self-employed

January 1, 2012 - Present

Perform across genres including indie, funk, gospel, hip hop, pop, rock and country; tour and perform across multiple states; communicate and collaborate with diverse artists.