Hi, I'm Veema Bhantoa-Newman. I'm an audio engineer with an MSc in Audio Engineering and more than 10 years of experience across orchestral, live band, soloist, spoken word, and storytelling projects. I enjoy the full spectrum of the sound production process—from recording and editing to mixing and mastering—and I thrive in collaborative studio environments. After taking a career break to undertake my Masters and raise a young family, I am looking to re-establish my career in the audio industry. I bring strong technical skills, a calm approach under pressure, and a commitment to helping performers realise their best work.

Veema Bhantoa-Newman

Hi, I'm Veema Bhantoa-Newman. I'm an audio engineer with an MSc in Audio Engineering and more than 10 years of experience across orchestral, live band, soloist, spoken word, and storytelling projects. I enjoy the full spectrum of the sound production process—from recording and editing to mixing and mastering—and I thrive in collaborative studio environments. After taking a career break to undertake my Masters and raise a young family, I am looking to re-establish my career in the audio industry. I bring strong technical skills, a calm approach under pressure, and a commitment to helping performers realise their best work.

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Hi, I’m Veema Bhantoa-Newman. I’m an audio engineer with an MSc in Audio Engineering and more than 10 years of experience across orchestral, live band, soloist, spoken word, and storytelling projects. I enjoy the full spectrum of the sound production process—from recording and editing to mixing and mastering—and I thrive in collaborative studio environments.

After taking a career break to undertake my Masters and raise a young family, I am looking to re-establish my career in the audio industry. I bring strong technical skills, a calm approach under pressure, and a commitment to helping performers realise their best work.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Engineer at Freelance Projects
January 1, 2018 - November 6, 2025
Freelance audio engineer for various small independent projects, including performing with community choir.
Audio Engineer & Educator at Hertfordshire Youth Service
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Worked with young musicians (13-19) in a multi-use studio; trained new engineers and mentored team; led sessions and managed all technical aspects of the recording process; taught recording; demonstrated studio equipment; delivered AQA and C&G certification short courses in Music Production; performed routine maintenance; collaborated with external youth groups and organisations to facilitate creative projects; supported personal development; worked with specialised support workers as required.
Assistant Engineer / Tape Op at Alma Road Studio
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Setting up live room for band recordings; preparing console for session; assisting lead engineer with mixing; tea duties.

Education

MSc in Audio Engineering at University of Hertfordshire
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
C&G Music Technology / Sound Engineering at Deep Recording Studios, W10
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
A-Levels (Performing Arts, Drama, Business and Psychology) at Francis Bacon School & Oaklands College, St. Albans
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000
GCSE (Maths, English, Science, French, Drama, Media, History) at Francis Bacon School, St. Albans
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998

Qualifications

AQA Certification in Music Production
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025
C&G Certification in Music Technology / Sound Engineering
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other