I am a highly accomplished and multilingual audio engineer, music producer, and international touring musician with over five years of professional experience in high-demand global environments. I specialize in multi-track recording, sound design, and audio post-production, and I have a proven ability to deliver superior live sound reinforcement and technical stage management in high-volume venues, complemented by extensive international touring as a guitarist across Asia, Europe, and the US.

Victor Arruda

I am a highly accomplished and multilingual audio engineer, music producer, and international touring musician with over five years of professional experience in high-demand global environments. I specialize in multi-track recording, sound design, and audio post-production, and I have a proven ability to deliver superior live sound reinforcement and technical stage management in high-volume venues, complemented by extensive international touring as a guitarist across Asia, Europe, and the US.

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I am a highly accomplished and multilingual audio engineer, music producer, and international touring musician with over five years of professional experience in high-demand global environments.

I specialize in multi-track recording, sound design, and audio post-production, and I have a proven ability to deliver superior live sound reinforcement and technical stage management in high-volume venues, complemented by extensive international touring as a guitarist across Asia, Europe, and the US.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Professional Guitarist and Audio Engineer/Producer at Self-Employed / Freelance
August 1, 2020 - Present
Engineered and recorded high-quality multi-track sessions for albums and EPs at iconic, professional studios including Fame, Muscle Shoals, RCA, and Welcome to 1979. Managed Front-of-House and monitored mixes as a Live Sound Engineer for over a year on Nashville's Broadway strip, ensuring consistent audio quality for high-volume crowds. Toured internationally as the lead guitarist for multiple professional acts, successfully performing and coordinating backing musicians across the US, China, Japan, and Europe. Produced, recorded, and mixed full-length albums across southern rock, country, rock 'n' roll, and soul genres. Provided professional mixing, mastering, and original music production services for clients, including custom sound design for video games and video media via platforms like FiveRR.
Assistant Tour Manager and Sound Engineer Intern at International Touring
May 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Functioned as the touring sound engineer, responsible for comprehensive equipment maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and ensuring optimal functionality of all backline and PA systems during international runs. Streamlined international logistics and business affairs by managing communications, sales, and accounts with venues and management in Asia and Europe. Oversaw and executed efficient stage management (setup and teardown) and prepared detailed stage plots and input lists for venues and festival staff.
Professional Guitarist and Audio Engineer/ Producer at Independent / Freelance
August 1, 2020 - Present
Engineered and recorded high-quality multi-track sessions for albums and EPs at iconic, professional studios including Fame, Muscle Shoals, RCA, and Welcome to 1979. Functioned as Front-of-House (FOH) and monitored mixes as a Live Sound Engineer for over a year on Nashville's Broadway strip (e.g., Tin Roof, Paradise Park), ensuring consistent audio quality for high-volume crowds. Toured internationally as the lead guitarist for multiple professional acts, performing and managing backing musicians across the US, China, Japan, and Europe. Produced, recorded, and mixed full-length albums for a diverse range of artists in Southern rock, country, rock 'n' roll, and soul genres. Provided professional mixing, mastering, and original music production services for clients, including custom sound design for video games and video media via platforms like FiveRR.
Assistant Tour Manager and Sound Engineer Intern International Touring at International Touring
May 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Functioned as the touring sound engineer, responsible for comprehensive equipment maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and ensuring optimal functionality of all backline and PA systems during international runs. Streamlined international logistics and business affairs by managing communications, sales, and accounts with venues and management in Asia and Europe. Oversaw and executed efficient stage management (setup and teardown) and prepared detailed stage plots and input lists for venues and festival staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Music Industry Studies (Minor in General Business) at Appalachian State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Science in Music Industry Studies at Appalachian State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services