Hi, I’m David Hopkins—a studio operations leader with 10+ years of hands-on experience optimizing studio workflows, maintaining equipment, and delivering reliable live-event technical support. I’ve built and led teams, managed inventory and budgets, scheduled resources, and fostered strong client relationships, consistently reducing costs while elevating production quality. I’m passionate about education and high-fidelity audio, and I enjoy creating scalable training programs that empower others and improve overall outcomes. I’m focused on expanding my impact in audio education and high-fidelity production by developing scalable training programs and nurturing collaborative, creative environments. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative settings where technical excellence and artistic vision meet.

David Hopkins

Hi, I’m David Hopkins—a studio operations leader with 10+ years of hands-on experience optimizing studio workflows, maintaining equipment, and delivering reliable live-event technical support. I’ve built and led teams, managed inventory and budgets, scheduled resources, and fostered strong client relationships, consistently reducing costs while elevating production quality. I’m passionate about education and high-fidelity audio, and I enjoy creating scalable training programs that empower others and improve overall outcomes. I’m focused on expanding my impact in audio education and high-fidelity production by developing scalable training programs and nurturing collaborative, creative environments. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative settings where technical excellence and artistic vision meet.

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Hi, I’m David Hopkins—a studio operations leader with 10+ years of hands-on experience optimizing studio workflows, maintaining equipment, and delivering reliable live-event technical support. I’ve built and led teams, managed inventory and budgets, scheduled resources, and fostered strong client relationships, consistently reducing costs while elevating production quality. I’m passionate about education and high-fidelity audio, and I enjoy creating scalable training programs that empower others and improve overall outcomes.

I’m focused on expanding my impact in audio education and high-fidelity production by developing scalable training programs and nurturing collaborative, creative environments. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative settings where technical excellence and artistic vision meet.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Instructor at SAE Institute of Technology Miami
January 1, 2023 - Present
Teach audio engineering courses, enhancing student engagement and performance. Develop curriculum leading to improved student satisfaction and learning outcomes. Guide students in practical sessions, fostering hands-on skills and technical proficiency. Collaborate with faculty to refine teaching methods, resulting in more effective instruction. Implement feedback systems to track and enhance student progress and success.
Assistant Recording Engineer , Recording Engineer at Circle House Studios
February 28, 2019 - August 27, 2025
Collaborated with artists during recording sessions, optimizing workflow. Meticulously manage studio operations, equipment maintenance, and scheduling to maximize efficiency and client satisfaction. Pioneered cutting-edge audio techniques, elevating production quality and client satisfaction while streamlining studio workflows for enhanced efficiency. Fostered synergistic relationships with artists and producers, creating an environment conducive to creativity and high-quality audio production.
C.E.O. at The Vision Recordings, LLC
January 1, 2017 - Present
CEO Studio Operations Manager at The Vision Recordings, LLC
January 1, 2017 - Present
Led studio operations, overseeing production workflows, equipment maintenance, scheduling, and client relationships; developed scalable training programs; expanded services and reduced costs while maintaining high production quality.
Studio Tech Manager at SAE Miami
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led technical team for live events, ensured seamless technical support, managed equipment maintenance and inventory, and supported recording sessions by configuring signal flow and patching; improved session start times and reliability.
Instructor at SAE Institute of Technology Miami
January 1, 2024 - Present
Instructed students in recording, mixing, and production techniques; developed and delivered training materials; collaborated with academic leadership to align curriculum with institutional goals.
Recording Engineer, Assistant Engineer at Circle House Studios
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019
Supported recording sessions by preparing signal flow and patching; maintained studio equipment and logging to meet professional standards; troubleshot audio and workflow issues to restore operations quickly and preserve session quality.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Commercial Music at Florida Atlantic University
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Commercial Music at Florida Atlantic University
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services