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Benoît Tonneau

Paragraph 1: I am Benoît Tonneau, a versatile audio engineer, music producer, and live sound technician with 15+ years of experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, sound design, and stage operations. I thrive on collaborating with international artists and managing both studio projects and live events from concept to performance. Paragraph 2: I bring hands-on expertise across pre-production, rider management, and on-site sound and lighting, coupled with strong project leadership and creative vision. I work fluently across Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Cubase, and DaVinci Resolve, delivering high-fidelity sound and engaging live experiences.

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Paragraph 1: I am Benoît Tonneau, a versatile audio engineer, music producer, and live sound technician with 15+ years of experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, sound design, and stage operations. I thrive on collaborating with international artists and managing both studio projects and live events from concept to performance. Paragraph 2: I bring hands-on expertise across pre-production, rider management, and on-site sound and lighting, coupled with strong project leadership and creative vision. I work fluently across Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Cubase, and DaVinci Resolve, delivering high-fidelity sound and engaging live experiences.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Guitarist (Studio) at Jean-Baptiste Bottiglieri, Zion Cave Records
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Studio guitarist, contributing to recordings for Zion Cave Records.
Guitarist & Composer at Groupe Whydah
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Guitarist and composer for Whydah.
Bassist, Arranger-Composer at Groupe Zawadi
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Bassist, arranger-composer for Zawadi; involvement in original projects and collaborations.
Technical Manager & Event Coordinator at Association Check One Two (Nyon)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Technical responsibilities, coordination of events, elaboration of technical sheets, team management, recruitment.
Technical Assistant at Association Check One Two (Nyon)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Assistant technician supporting technical operations.
Producer & Arranger at Zawadi Music
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Producer and arranger for Zawadi Music projects.
Producer at Oakwood Records
January 1, 2014 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Oakwood Records roster; ongoing since 2014.
Producer at Higher Self Records
January 1, 2012 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Higher Self Records; ongoing since 2012.
Music Producer at Zawadi – Entre Ciel et Terre
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Entre Ciel et Terre album (Zawadi).
Music Producer at Whydah – Origins LP
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Origins LP (Whydah).
Music Producer at Whydah – Origins EP
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Origins EP (Whydah).
Music Producer at Whydah – Los Uesera EP
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Los Uesera EP (Whydah).
Music Producer at Paul Wayne & The Circle of Confusion
January 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Producer for Soul of a Lion (Paul Wayne & The Circle of Confusion).
Event Coordinator at Fête de la Musique
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Participation as artist/organizer at Fête de la Musique events across multiple cities (Genève, Morges, Nyon, Besançon).
Event Coordinator at Kayaa Music
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Coordination for Festival de Lausanne's Festival de la Cité.
Guitariste studio et Compositeur at Zion Cave Records / Jean-Baptiste Bottiglieri
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Guitariste en studio et compositeur; collaboration avec Jean-Baptiste Bottiglieri et Zion Cave Records.
Guitariste, Compositeur at Groupe Whydah
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2025
Guitariste et compositeur pour le groupe Whydah.
Bassist, Arrangeur-Compositeur at Groupe Zawadi
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2025
Bassist et arrangeur-compositeur; direction des arrangements et compositions.
Responsable technique & Coordination d’événements at Association Check One Two
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Responsable technique et coordination d’événements; élaboration de fiches techniques, gestion d’équipe et recrutement.
Producteur & Arrangeur at Zawadi Music
January 1, 2025 - Present
Producteur et arrangeur pour Zawadi Music; développement de projets originaux.
Producteur at Oakwood Records
January 1, 2014 - Present
Producteur pour Oakwood Records; implication dans les activités du label.
Producteur at Higher Self Records
January 1, 2012 - Present
Producteur pour Higher Self Records; activités en cours.
Technical Manager / Event Coordinator at Association Check One Two
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
Managed technical riders, live sound engineering, and stage management and audio setup; supervised sound and lighting teams to ensure smooth stage operations; coordinated live events and performances and handled technical logistics; recruited, trained, and managed technical staff and volunteers; collaborated with and booked international artists.
Music Producer / Audio Engineer / Musician at Zawadi • Whydah • Independent Projects
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2026
Produced, composed, arranged, recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered music projects; studio session guitarist (Zion Cave Records); collaborated with international artists and labels (US, UK, EU); performed at major festivals and cultural events across Europe; opened for international artists such as Groundation in 2025.
Collection Manager (Agronomy & Botanical Production) at La Ferme aux Agrumes
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Managed botanical collections and greenhouse systems; collaborated with high-end gastronomy professionals; developed artisanal herbal products; led guided tours, training sessions, and event organization.
Kitchen Assistant / Assistant Sous-Chef at Clinique Nescens / Restaurant de Promenthoux
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Prepared dishes in high-end culinary environments; managed inventory and ensured quality control.
Technical Manager / Event Coordinator at Association Check One Two, Nyon, Switzerland
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
Managed technical riders, live sound engineering, and stage management; supervised sound and lighting teams; coordinated live events and performances; recruited, trained, and managed technical staff and volunteers; collaborated with and booked international artists.
Music Producer / Audio Engineer / Musician at Zawadi · Whydah · Independent Projects
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2026
Produced, composed, arranged, recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered music projects; studio session guitarist; collaborated with international artists and labels; performed at major festivals and cultural events across Europe; opened for international artists (e.g., Groundation). Selected Production Credits include Zawadi, Whydah, Judgement Drums, Dan Tafari, Wayne Paul.
Collection Manager (Agronomy & Botanical Production) at La Ferme aux Agrumes, Borex, Switzerland
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Managed botanical collections and greenhouse systems; collaborated with high-end gastronomy professionals; developed artisanal herbal products; led guided tours, training sessions, and event organization.

Education

Violoncelle at Conservatoire de l’Ouest Vaudois
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2000
Basse at Pierangelo Crescenzio
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Brevet Fédéral de Technicien du Son at CFMS
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2027
Maturité Fédérale at Gymnase Cessouest, Option Philosophie
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008
Cours privés at Pierangelo Crescenzio
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Violoncelle at Conservatoire de l’Ouest Vaudois
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 2000
Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering (in progress) at Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
High School Diploma – Philosophy at Gymnase de Nyon
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Bass – Private Lessons at Pierangelo Crescenzio
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Cello at Conservatoire de l'Ouest Vaudois, Nyon
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2000
Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering (in progress) at Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
High School Diploma – Philosophy at Gymnase de Nyon
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Bass – Private Lessons at Pierangelo Crescenzio, Gland
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Cello at Conservatoire de l'Ouest Vaudois, Nyon
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2000
High School Diploma – Philosophy at Gymnase de Nyon
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Bass – Private Lessons at Pierangelo Crescenzio, Gland
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Cello at Conservatoire de l'Ouest Vaudois, Nyon
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Brevet Fédéral de Technicien du Son
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2027
Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering (in progress)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering (in progress)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering (in progress)
January 1, 2025 - May 8, 2026
Federal Diploma in Audio Engineering (in progress)
January 1, 2025 - May 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Education