I am Chris Foreman, an audio engineer and producer with over two decades in the industry, specializing in live sound, studio recording, and broadcast production. I thrive on translating a musician's vision into clear, impactful sound and take pride in delivering high-quality audio for live events, radio, and music releases. I have collaborated with diverse artists and communities to craft sound that fits the mood and message of each performance. I founded SwampShack Studio in 2015 and have since led engineering projects for artists across genres, including Almost Halloween Time Records and Come On Up (Waiata Māori Music Award winners 2022). My work with Access Radio Taranaki and WOMAD's World of Words stage reflects my commitment to excellence, training others, and sharing knowledge to raise the bar for live and recorded sound.…

Chris Foreman

I am Chris Foreman, an audio engineer and producer with over two decades in the industry, specializing in live sound, studio recording, and broadcast production. I thrive on translating a musician's vision into clear, impactful sound and take pride in delivering high-quality audio for live events, radio, and music releases. I have collaborated with diverse artists and communities to craft sound that fits the mood and message of each performance. I founded SwampShack Studio in 2015 and have since led engineering projects for artists across genres, including Almost Halloween Time Records and Come On Up (Waiata Māori Music Award winners 2022). My work with Access Radio Taranaki and WOMAD's World of Words stage reflects my commitment to excellence, training others, and sharing knowledge to raise the bar for live and recorded sound.…

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I am Chris Foreman, an audio engineer and producer with over two decades in the industry, specializing in live sound, studio recording, and broadcast production. I thrive on translating a musician’s vision into clear, impactful sound and take pride in delivering high-quality audio for live events, radio, and music releases. I have collaborated with diverse artists and communities to craft sound that fits the mood and message of each performance.

I founded SwampShack Studio in 2015 and have since led engineering projects for artists across genres, including Almost Halloween Time Records and Come On Up (Waiata Māori Music Award winners 2022). My work with Access Radio Taranaki and WOMAD’s World of Words stage reflects my commitment to excellence, training others, and sharing knowledge to raise the bar for live and recorded sound.

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Skills

Experience Level

Audio
Expert

Work Experience

Head Audio Engineer at Access Radio Taranaki
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019
Set up, maintained, and operated audio recording equipment for radio and online broadcasts. Produced over 5,000 hours of content, trained other audio professionals, and ensured daily broadcast standards. Collaborated with community members and performers to achieve desired sound for both live and recorded productions.
Live Sound Engineer at WOMAD World of Words Stage
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Managed live sound for the World of Words stage at WOMAD, ensuring high-quality audio for diverse live performances.
Founder & Lead Engineer at SwampShack Studio
January 1, 2015 - Present
Founded SwampShack Studio and led engineering for a wide range of artists, including Almost Halloween Time Records, Come On Up (Waiata Māori Music Award winners 2022), and many others. Produced several albums and singles for artists over the years.

Education

Diploma in Audio Engineering at Music and Audio Institute of New Zealand (MAINZ)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Telecommunications
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