I am a seasoned live audio professional with over 15 years of experience across every facet of live sound—front of house, monitors, and systems engineering. I’ve supported major festivals like Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits, and worked with corporate brands such as Mary Kay and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. My work has also included high-profile events such as the Pope’s visit and NCAA Final Four, as well as executive retreats for Lockheed Martin. Most recently I joined Paperlyte as a Riedel Frame Technician for the Pokémon North American International Championships in New Orleans and mixed Front of House for Oprah’s Book Club, which led to repeat bookings. I’m passionate about delivering immersive, reliable sound experiences and I’m always eager for new challenges in live event production.

James Magruder

I am a seasoned live audio professional with over 15 years of experience across every facet of live sound—front of house, monitors, and systems engineering. I’ve supported major festivals like Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits, and worked with corporate brands such as Mary Kay and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. My work has also included high-profile events such as the Pope’s visit and NCAA Final Four, as well as executive retreats for Lockheed Martin. Most recently I joined Paperlyte as a Riedel Frame Technician for the Pokémon North American International Championships in New Orleans and mixed Front of House for Oprah’s Book Club, which led to repeat bookings. I’m passionate about delivering immersive, reliable sound experiences and I’m always eager for new challenges in live event production.

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I am a seasoned live audio professional with over 15 years of experience across every facet of live sound—front of house, monitors, and systems engineering. I’ve supported major festivals like Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits, and worked with corporate brands such as Mary Kay and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. My work has also included high-profile events such as the Pope’s visit and NCAA Final Four, as well as executive retreats for Lockheed Martin.

Most recently I joined Paperlyte as a Riedel Frame Technician for the Pokémon North American International Championships in New Orleans and mixed Front of House for Oprah’s Book Club, which led to repeat bookings. I’m passionate about delivering immersive, reliable sound experiences and I’m always eager for new challenges in live event production.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

RF Coordinator at Creative Technology
June 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinate wireless and RF infrastructure for live events, including FOH and monitor support; manage Shure Axient wireless systems, fiber and network infrastructure, and Dante networking; ensure reliable wireless coverage and on-site coordination for event success.
RF Coordinator at Riedel Bolero
August 1, 2024 - Present
RF coordination for multi-brand wireless systems (Shure, Sennheiser, Lectrosonics); RF over fiber; configure high-level Dante networking; utilize Shure Wireless Workbench; support Bolero deployments.
RF Coordinator at Alford Media
August 1, 2024 - Present
RF coordination and technical support across live events; fiber and networking infrastructure; coordination of wireless comms.
A1 Engineer at Freeman AV
July 1, 2024 - Present
A1 Front of House, FOH, monitors, and system engineering; wireless integration; console operation (Yamaha CL5); on-site tech coordination.
Production Manager at Kessler Presents / The Longhorn Ballroom
April 1, 2023 - Present
Advance all shows at the Longhorn Ballroom and The Kessler Theater; order and coordinate additional production equipment; staff all technicians and stagehands; repair and maintain equipment; train staff; oversee A1 FOH, V1, L1 monitoring as needed.
Production Manager at Brookfield Properties
June 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Advance all shows; order and coordinate any additional production equipment; staff required technicians; repair and maintain equipment; provide A1/L1 support as needed.
Front of House Engineer at The Toadies
May 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Translate band's vision to the audience; load and set up audio equipment; interface with local crew for patching; mix the show on different PA systems and console at each venue.
Broadcast A1 Engineer at AT&T Headquarters
June 1, 2024 - October 17, 2025
Broadcast A1 Engineer responsible for international internal broadcasts; FOH/Monitor setup; console operation; patching and signal routing for corporate and broadcast events.
Senior Audio Engineer at Crossroads Audio
April 1, 2022 - October 17, 2025
FOH/Monitors Chief and on-site crew lead for multiple venues; show advancement, equipment repair, and on-site event management; rental and sales coordination during pandemic; trained staff across production roles.
Sr Audio Engineer at Crossroads Audio
April 1, 2022 - October 17, 2025
Led FOH/Monitor/Systems engineering for live events; managed crews; trained staff; oversaw RF coordination and equipment maintenance.
Freelance Audio Engineer at Crossroads Audio
May 1, 2022 - Present
Freelance FOH/Monitor/Systems Engineering; supported multiple shows; coordinated RF and fiber/infrastructure installations; provided on-site technical leadership.
A1 Engineer at AT&T Headquarters Broadcast
June 1, 2024 - October 17, 2025
A1 Engineer for internal and external broadcasts; FOH/Monitors; supported international broadcasts.
Front of House Engineer at The Toadies
May 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Translated band's vision to audience; loaded up audio gear; interfaced with local crew; patched equipment; mixed the show on different PA systems.
Production Manager at Longhorn Ballroom / Kessler Presents
April 1, 2023 - Present
Advanced all shows; ordered and coordinated additional production equipment; staffed technicians; repaired and maintained equipment; trained staff; FOH/L1 as needed.
Production Manager at Brookfield Properties
June 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Advanced all shows; ordered and coordinated production equipment; staffed technicians; repaired and maintained equipment.
A1 Engineer at Freeman AV
July 1, 2024 - Present
A1 FOH Engineer; managed wireless, consoles, and networked gear for events.
A1/RF Coordinator/Monitor Engineer at Creative Technology
June 1, 2025 - Present
A1/RF coordination and monitor/FOH support; Dante networking; RF infrastructure management.

Education

Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies at Richland Community College
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies at Richland Community College
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025

Qualifications

Dante Certification Level 3 - Audinate
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Smart acoustics (Smaart) V9 Level 1
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Yamaha CL/QL Series Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
L-Acoustics System Technician Suite Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Dante Certification Level 3 - Audinate
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Smart V9 Level 1 - Rational Acoustics
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Yamaha CL/QL Series Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
L-Acoustics Systems Technician Suite Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other