I am an audiovisual production specialist with expertise in sound system design, maintenance, and post-production processes. I deliver enhanced audio and video quality, increase revenue, and optimize operational efficiency. I solve technical issues and provide smooth recording and audiovisual experiences through effective troubleshooting and project management, leveraging sound system design, operation, and acoustics expertise for any audio-centric projects whether radio, podcast, music, and post- production. Please see my demo here for a sample of work and more contact information. Thank you! _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Brian V. Contestable

I am an audiovisual production specialist with expertise in sound system design, maintenance, and post-production processes. I deliver enhanced audio and video quality, increase revenue, and optimize operational efficiency. I solve technical issues and provide smooth recording and audiovisual experiences through effective troubleshooting and project management, leveraging sound system design, operation, and acoustics expertise for any audio-centric projects whether radio, podcast, music, and post- production. Please see my demo here for a sample of work and more contact information. Thank you! _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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I am an audiovisual production specialist with expertise in sound system design, maintenance, and post-production processes. I deliver enhanced audio and video quality, increase revenue, and optimize operational efficiency. I solve technical issues and provide smooth recording and audiovisual experiences through effective troubleshooting and project management, leveraging sound system design, operation, and acoustics expertise for any audio-centric projects whether radio, podcast, music, and post- production.

Please see my demo here for a sample of work and more contact information. Thank you!

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Engineer / Audio Visual Production Specialist at Lutheran Hour Ministries
March 1, 1999 - January 13, 2025
Engineered audio productions for multiple nationally syndicated radio shows, podcasts, and video productions. Enhanced post-production audio for commercial, online, and television broadcasts by improving broadcast quality by 50% through research and implementation of professional equipment including microphones, mic preamps, and sound production software. Managed research, purchase, and installation of software and hardware equipment for in-house recording studio facilities. Increased post-production productivity of radio and podcast production by 50% with faster editing time allowing shows to be completed and ready to air further in advance. Negotiated after-hours rental agreement with accredited local university, generating $22K additional annual revenue. Initiated ROI of depreciated broadcast equipment via listings and sales on eBay converting outdated assets into financial returns. Reduced outsourced computer system support costs by 90% by integrating responsibilities in-house and
Audio Visual Productions Specialist at Lutheran Hour Ministries
December 31, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Engineered and co-produced audio for multi-national syndicated radio shows, podcasts, and video productions. Enhanced post-production audio for commercial, online, and television broadcasts. Managed research, procurement, and installation of software and hardware for in-house recording studio facilities. Reduced outsourced computer system support costs by 90% by integrating in-house responsibilities and resolving software conflicts with independent external resources. Produced and edited a national radio program "Woman to Woman", airing on 425 stations. Advanced program structure by 30% with improved production quality and notable guest interviews from Working Women's Survival Tour and other workshop appearances. Maintained 100+ Walkman CD players for public use during multi-tour broadcasts. Coordinated freight shipments of large audio equipment racks to subsequent locations after shows.
Audio Visual Production Specialist at Lutheran Hour Ministries
January 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Engineered and produced audio for multinational syndicated radio shows, podcasts, and video productions. Enhanced post-production audio for commercial, online, and television broadcasts. Managed research, procurement, and installation of software and hardware equipment for in-house recording studio facilities. Led special projects including creating radio commercials, podcasts, and video productions, and coordinated remote AoIP-based workflows to maintain high-quality outputs.
Audio Producer / Engineer at Lutheran Hour Ministries
January 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Engineered and produced audio for multi-national syndicated radio shows, podcasts, and video productions. Enhanced post-production audio for commercial, online, and television broadcasts. Managed research, purchasing, and installation of software and hardware equipment for in-house recording studio facilities. Produced and edited audio for the national syndicated show 'Woman to Woman', aired on 425 stations. Led post-production sweetening, troubleshooting, and quality improvements to support broadcast efficiency.
Audio Visual Production Specialist at Lutheran Hour Ministries
January 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Engineered audio productions for multiple internationally syndicated radio shows, podcasts and video productions. Enhanced post-production audio for commercial, online, and TV broadcasts. Managed research, purchase, and installation of software and hardware equipment for in-house recording studio facilities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Audio Production at Webster University
December 31, 1995 - December 31, 1998
at Webster University
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
at Webster University
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
at Webster University
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
at Webster University
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other