I am a calm, motivated audio engineer with 24 years of big top mixing experience. I currently lead Cirque du Soleil’s sound teams on Alegria (Canada, USA) and have held Head of Sound roles on Totem and Volta across Europe, as well as Amaluna, OVO and Kooza in North America. I love everything audio and am committed to delivering immersive, artistically faithful sound. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring the highest quality sound for live performances, rehearsals, and TV/PR events. I handle end-to-end audio setup, mixing, recording, tear-downs, and tour rotations with a focus on great results and professional conduct.

Francois Lanteigne

I am a calm, motivated audio engineer with 24 years of big top mixing experience. I currently lead Cirque du Soleil’s sound teams on Alegria (Canada, USA) and have held Head of Sound roles on Totem and Volta across Europe, as well as Amaluna, OVO and Kooza in North America. I love everything audio and am committed to delivering immersive, artistically faithful sound. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring the highest quality sound for live performances, rehearsals, and TV/PR events. I handle end-to-end audio setup, mixing, recording, tear-downs, and tour rotations with a focus on great results and professional conduct.

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I am a calm, motivated audio engineer with 24 years of big top mixing experience. I currently lead Cirque du Soleil’s sound teams on Alegria (Canada, USA) and have held Head of Sound roles on Totem and Volta across Europe, as well as Amaluna, OVO and Kooza in North America. I love everything audio and am committed to delivering immersive, artistically faithful sound.

I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring the highest quality sound for live performances, rehearsals, and TV/PR events. I handle end-to-end audio setup, mixing, recording, tear-downs, and tour rotations with a focus on great results and professional conduct.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Sound – Alegria at Cirque du Soleil
January 1, 2019 - Present
Head of Sound for Alegria, overseeing the audio department, daily operation of show sound systems and rehearsals, maintaining and polishing the show mix to preserve artistic integrity, recording music for PR events and TV segments, and coordinating tear-downs between cities.
Head of Sound – Totem at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for Totem across Europe, responsible for system design, live mixing, and on-site troubleshooting, and managing audio crew during touring schedule.
Head of Sound – Volta at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for Volta (Canada, USA), overseeing sound operations, mix quality, and crew coordination for touring engagements.
Head of Sound – Amaluna at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2016 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for Amaluna, managing audio systems and show mixes across Canada and USA with rehearsal and performance duties.
Head of Sound – OVO at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2011 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for OVO, directing the sound department and technical operations for Canada and USA tours.
Assistant, then Head of Sound – Kooza at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2010 - October 11, 2025
Progressed from Assistant to Head of Sound for Kooza in Canada and USA, overseeing system setup, cues, and crew leadership.
Assistant Head of Sound – Alegria at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2007 - October 11, 2025
Assistant Head of Sound for Alegria (Japan, Europe), supporting lead engineers and touring sound responsibilities.
Assistant Head of Sound – Dralion at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2005 - October 11, 2025
Assistant Head of Sound for Dralion (USA, Europe), contributing to system maintenance and show mixes.
Audioman at Société Radio-Canada / Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
December 31, 2000 - October 11, 2025
Live broadcasting, mixing, editing, and recording for radio and TV shows (full-time).
Sound & Lighting Technician at Pro-Spec Productions
December 31, 2000 - October 11, 2025
Sound and lighting technician on various events including Montreal Jazz Festival and other large productions.
Soundman at M.D Communications
December 31, 2000 - October 11, 2025
Soundman on corporate, rock/pop and festival gigs.
Soundman at D.G. Cyr Sonorisation
December 31, 1998 - October 11, 2025
Soundman on folk, blues, rock/pop and festival gigs.
Salesman, Technician – Sound Gear Rental at Sonocom div/ Le Son Stéréo Ltée
December 31, 1997 - October 11, 2025
Sales and technician roles for sound gear rental, car audio, and related services.
Sea Observer / Inspector at Biorex Inc. (for Fisheries & Oceans Canada)
August 31, 1996 - October 11, 2025
Sea observer/inspector on the Atlantic High Seas (summer 1996).
Technical Team Member at Festival Acadien de Caraquet
December 31, 1995 - October 11, 2025
Member of the technical team for festival productions.
Technical Team Member at Festival Acadien de Caraquet
December 31, 1995 - October 11, 2025
Member of the technical team for festival productions.
Head of Sound – Alegria at Cirque du Soleil
January 1, 2019 - Present
Oversees the audio department for Alegria, managing daily sound system operations for performances and rehearsals, maintaining and polishing the show mix, recording music for PR events/TV, tear-down/setup between cities, and participating in TMOD (Technical Manager on Duty) rotations.
Head of Sound – Totem at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for Totem across Europe, directing sound design integrity, daily operations, and on-tour sound supervision.
Head of Sound – Volta at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for Volta (Canada/USA), responsible for overall sound design, system operation, and tour integration.
Head of Sound – Amaluna at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2016 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for Amaluna (Canada/USA), overseeing the audio department, show mix integrity, and rehearsal support.
Head of Sound – OVO at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2011 - October 11, 2025
Head of Sound for OVO (Canada/USA), managing sound operations, show mixes, and touring gear.
Assistant, then Head of Sound – Kooza at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2010 - October 11, 2025
Progressed from assistant to Head of Sound for Kooza (Canada/USA), leading sound design and on-tour operations.
Assistant Head of Sound – Alegria at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2007 - October 11, 2025
Assistant Head of Sound for Alegria (Japan, Europe), contributing to sound system optimization and show mixes.
Assistant Head of Sound – Dralion at Cirque du Soleil
December 31, 2005 - October 11, 2025
Assistant Head of Sound for Dralion (USA, Europe), providing on-site support for touring productions.
Audioman at Société Radio-Canada / Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
December 31, 2000 - October 11, 2025
Live broadcasting, mixing, editing, and recording for various radio and TV shows.
Sound & Lighting Technician at Pro-Spec Productions
December 31, 2000 - October 11, 2025
Sound & Lighting technician on events such as Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreal Symphonic Orchestra, IBM CTRE 2000, HMV Conference, etc.
Soundman at M.D Communications
December 31, 2000 - October 11, 2025
Soundman on corporate, rock/pop and festival gigs.

Education

AEC Sound Reinforcement and Musical Recording at Cégep de Drummondville
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
AEC Computer Assisted Sound Design at Cégep de Drummondville
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
High School Diploma at Louis-Mailloux High School – Caraquet, NB
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995
AEC Sound Reinforcement and Musical Recording at Cégep de Drummondville
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
AEC Computer Assisted Sound Design at Cégep de Drummondville
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
High School Diploma at Louis-Mailloux High School, Caraquet, NB
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

First aid, CPR, and AED Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
Fall arrest training
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
Industrial equipment operator training (Fork lift, skid steer, Zoom Boom, Scissor lift, telescopic lift)
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
American Red Cross Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
Fall arrest training
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
Fork Lift, Skid Steer, Zoom Boom, Scissor Lift, and Telescopic Lift training and certification
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other