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Hi, I’m Paul Hopkins, a Senior Sound Engineer with extensive experience in live events, studio sessions, and post-production. I’ve worked across a wide range of venues and festivals and served as house engineer at Old City Studio in Bristol. I’ve collaborated with high-profile clients and artists, and I’m proficient in a wide range of DAW setups including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, and Reason. I also enjoy mentoring trainee sound engineers to help them grow in their careers. I’m passionate about audio and enjoy sharing the knowledge I’ve gained over the years. I’m committed to fostering the growth of both emerging talent and established professionals within the industry, and I take pride in delivering high-quality sound and productive, collaborative work environments.…Hi, I’m Paul Hopkins, a Senior Sound Engineer with extensive experience in live events, studio sessions, and post-production. I’ve worked across a wide range of venues and festivals and served as house engineer at Old City Studio in Bristol. I’ve collaborated with high-profile clients and artists, and I’m proficient in a wide range of DAW setups including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, and Reason. I also enjoy mentoring trainee sound engineers to help them grow in their careers. I’m passionate about audio and enjoy sharing the knowledge I’ve gained over the years. I’m committed to fostering the growth of both emerging talent and established professionals within the industry, and I take pride in delivering high-quality sound and productive, collaborative work environments.

Paul Hopkins

Sound Engineer, Lead Sound Engineer, Studio Manager, +1

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Hi, I’m Paul Hopkins, a Senior Sound Engineer with extensive experience in live events, studio sessions, and post-production. I’ve worked across a wide range of venues and festivals and served as house engineer at Old City Studio in Bristol. I’ve collaborated with high-profile clients and artists, and I’m proficient in a wide range of DAW setups including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, and Reason. I also enjoy mentoring trainee sound engineers to help them grow in their careers. I’m passionate about audio and enjoy sharing the knowledge I’ve gained over the years. I’m committed to fostering the growth of both emerging talent and established professionals within the industry, and I take pride in delivering high-quality sound and productive, collaborative work environments.…Hi, I’m Paul Hopkins, a Senior Sound Engineer with extensive experience in live events, studio sessions, and post-production. I’ve worked across a wide range of venues and festivals and served as house engineer at Old City Studio in Bristol. I’ve collaborated with high-profile clients and artists, and I’m proficient in a wide range of DAW setups including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, and Reason. I also enjoy mentoring trainee sound engineers to help them grow in their careers. I’m passionate about audio and enjoy sharing the knowledge I’ve gained over the years. I’m committed to fostering the growth of both emerging talent and established professionals within the industry, and I take pride in delivering high-quality sound and productive, collaborative work environments.

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Hi, I’m Paul Hopkins, a Senior Sound Engineer with extensive experience in live events, studio sessions, and post-production. I’ve worked across a wide range of venues and festivals and served as house engineer at Old City Studio in Bristol. I’ve collaborated with high-profile clients and artists, and I’m proficient in a wide range of DAW setups including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, and Reason. I also enjoy mentoring trainee sound engineers to help them grow in their careers.

I’m passionate about audio and enjoy sharing the knowledge I’ve gained over the years. I’m committed to fostering the growth of both emerging talent and established professionals within the industry, and I take pride in delivering high-quality sound and productive, collaborative work environments.

Skills

Logic Pro

Pro Tools

Reason

Experience Level

Logic Pro

Expert

Pro Tools

Expert

Reason

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

House Engineer at Old City Studios

January 1, 2024 - Present

Set up and test sound equipment (microphones, mixers, etc.), monitor audio levels during recordings to maintain balanced, high-quality sound, collaborate with artists and producers to capture and mix music, edit and process audio with effects for a polished final product, manage recording sessions, coordinate schedules, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain a safe, organized studio environment.

Senior Sound Engineer & Head Sound Engineer at Multiple venues (The Gallimaufry, Mr. Wolfs, Peoples Front Room Festival, The Canteen, Number 1 Harbourside, Old Market Assembly, Wardrobe Theatre, The Crofters Rights, Strange Brew, Left Bank, Cotham Club, Private Functions)

January 1, 2010 - Present

Set up sound systems (microphones, speakers, digital desks) per client specifications; collaborate with clients and artists to meet sound needs and provide creative input; manage event schedules to ensure shows run on time and sound is optimised; train and lead engineering teams; maintain, repair, and troubleshoot equipment to keep everything in working order; capture and edit photos/videos for social media promotion; follow health and safety protocols at festivals and venues.

Location Sound Engineer at Self-Employed / Freelance Location Sound Engineer (Clients include Primark, The Telegraph Spark, the Singapore Tourist Board, Cancer Research UK, Network Pictures Twenty Seven Inc.)

January 1, 2018 - Present

Worked in diverse global environments (Singapore, Italy, London) to adapt to challenges like background noise and mic placement, while collaborating with high-profile clients for optimal recordings. Managed equipment research, hire, and budgeting to ensure the right inventory for each job. Offloaded, archived, and backed up recordings to prevent data loss. Troubleshot on-site issues, liaised with clients and concealed mics for best results, synced audio with SMPTE timecode for high-end camera gear (Alexa Arri), and edited, mixed, and mastered audio in DAW.

Music Teacher at Self-Employed

December 31, 2006 - September 27, 2025

Prepared engaging and varied lesson plans for one-to-one lessons with students, relevant to their needs and personal music goals. Supported students’ wellbeing, learning, and creativity. Liaised with parents and guardians to keep them aware of progress. Passed on passion and interest for various musical genres, music theory, and techniques.

Music Teacher at Self-Employed

December 31, 2017 - September 27, 2025