I am a versatile audio engineer, musician, and educator with years of experience in recording, mixing, live sound, and video production. I have worked with jazz funk, blues, and zydeco bands at major festivals, managed multi-camera shoots, and coached students in music and production. I thrive on solving technical challenges, mentoring others, and bringing creative projects from concept to finished product. Outside the studio, I love gear repair and customization, building instruments, and helping young musicians grow their skills through teaching and hands-on sessions.

Thomas N. Gillis, Jr.

I am a versatile audio engineer, musician, and educator with years of experience in recording, mixing, live sound, and video production. I have worked with jazz funk, blues, and zydeco bands at major festivals, managed multi-camera shoots, and coached students in music and production. I thrive on solving technical challenges, mentoring others, and bringing creative projects from concept to finished product. Outside the studio, I love gear repair and customization, building instruments, and helping young musicians grow their skills through teaching and hands-on sessions.

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I am a versatile audio engineer, musician, and educator with years of experience in recording, mixing, live sound, and video production. I have worked with jazz funk, blues, and zydeco bands at major festivals, managed multi-camera shoots, and coached students in music and production. I thrive on solving technical challenges, mentoring others, and bringing creative projects from concept to finished product.

Outside the studio, I love gear repair and customization, building instruments, and helping young musicians grow their skills through teaching and hands-on sessions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Recording & Mixing Engineer at Munck Music – JazzFest Live
May 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Tracked bands live on stage using Behringer X32 and U48 track interfaces; recordings were brought into a DAW, mixed and mastered in a trailer, and delivered for sale often within the same weekend. Contributed to award considerations for Ranky Tanky (2023 Grammy win) and Rebirth Brass Band nominations.
Digital Information Tech (DIT) at Munck Music – JazzFest Live
May 1, 2019 - Present
Provided on-site DIT support for live productions, enabling fast capture, processing, and delivery of material for trailers and releases.
Live Sound Engineer, Personnel and Equipment Manager at IO Electronics/Callisto Sound & Lighting
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Managed live sound for weddings, corporate events, and other engagements across TX, AR, and LA. Maintained, loaded, and unloaded trucks with equipment; scheduled staff for events and installations.
Recording, Mixing, Mastering Engineer at Rabadash Studio
January 1, 2025 - Present
Recorded and mixed a blues session in a single day (Pontchartrain Shakers), followed by editing, pitch correction, and mastering.
Recording, Mixing, Mastering Engineer at Reddot Studio
March 18, 2020 - April 30, 2020
Produced the album Lucky Me for Christian Brooks, under producer Anson Funderburgh; stepped in as previous engineer was a no-show and quickly moved the project forward.
Video editing Intern at Elephant Quilt Productions & Marigny Recording Studio
January 1, 2014 - August 31, 2015
Edited video and sound footage; assisted in multi-camera shoots; helped manage studio operations and equipment.
Studio Production Assistant at Elephant Quilt Productions & Marigny Recording Studio
May 1, 2014 - August 31, 2015
Supported studio production workflows, budgets, and scheduling; assisted in renovations to optimize studio space.
Pre Production Assistant (D.I.T.) at Elephant Quilt Productions & Marigny Recording Studio
May 1, 2014 - November 30, 2015
Supported pre-production tasks, DIT workflows, and session coordination; contributed to equipment management and session scheduling.
Band Instructor at Kids Who Rock
July 1, 2020 - Present
Teach bass, drums, and songwriting to students aged 9-17; manage gear repair, instrument setup, live sound, and recording for showcase performances.
Teacher at Debusk Enrichment Center for Academically Talented Students (DECATS)
June 5, 2019 - Present
Teach 6th-8th grade students to record and edit music and video for the purpose of making movies; ran extra classes across varied subjects
Recording Engineer at Loyola University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Ran recording sessions for teachers and students for music courses and online classes.
Director of Media / Co-Director of Showcases at Dallas Songwriters Association
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed media production and co-directed performance showcases for the organization.
Sound Engineer (Volunteer) at Platinum Music Complex - Texas Flood Benefit Concert
August 2, 2025 - Present
Ran sound and set stages for a 14-hour benefit concert; coordinated band changes and monitor/mains sound checks.
Audio and Video Engineer at Vintage Computer Festival South west
May 30, 2023 - Present
Managed mixing board, monitored OBS streams, and set up microphones for talks to capture streams and recordings.

Education

Bachelor Degree, Liberal Arts and Music Industry at Loyola University New Orleans
August 1, 2009 - May 1, 2017
Focuses in Music Industries and Global Religions
BA Humanities at Loyola University New Orleans
August 1, 2009 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Grammy Award, Regional Roots Music
February 14, 2026 - February 14, 2026
Pro Tools Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other