I'm a seasoned Audio Engineer with 13+ years mixing front-of-house and monitors for internationally touring acts, delivering precise, artist-approved sound in large venues from Red Rocks to the Greek Theatre. I’ve worked as a Playback Engineer and Keyboard Tech for Alanis Morissette, managing playback systems, keyboard rigs, and live broadcast support across international tour dates, and I’ve mixed FOH or monitors for the Gipsy Kings, Iration, Sublime with Rome, and Fortunate Youth—often coordinating with touring crews, stage managers, and local staff to ensure fast turnarounds and seamless show flow. I’m fluent in venue-standard systems such as Avid VENUE, Yamaha CL/QL, and Allen & Heath dLive, with a strong understanding of system integration, signal flow, and RF coordination in technically demanding spaces.

James A. Mortensen

I'm a seasoned Audio Engineer with 13+ years mixing front-of-house and monitors for internationally touring acts, delivering precise, artist-approved sound in large venues from Red Rocks to the Greek Theatre. I’ve worked as a Playback Engineer and Keyboard Tech for Alanis Morissette, managing playback systems, keyboard rigs, and live broadcast support across international tour dates, and I’ve mixed FOH or monitors for the Gipsy Kings, Iration, Sublime with Rome, and Fortunate Youth—often coordinating with touring crews, stage managers, and local staff to ensure fast turnarounds and seamless show flow. I’m fluent in venue-standard systems such as Avid VENUE, Yamaha CL/QL, and Allen & Heath dLive, with a strong understanding of system integration, signal flow, and RF coordination in technically demanding spaces.

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I’m a seasoned Audio Engineer with 13+ years mixing front-of-house and monitors for internationally touring acts, delivering precise, artist-approved sound in large venues from Red Rocks to the Greek Theatre. I’ve worked as a Playback Engineer and Keyboard Tech for Alanis Morissette, managing playback systems, keyboard rigs, and live broadcast support across international tour dates, and I’ve mixed FOH or monitors for the Gipsy Kings, Iration, Sublime with Rome, and Fortunate Youth—often coordinating with touring crews, stage managers, and local staff to ensure fast turnarounds and seamless show flow. I’m fluent in venue-standard systems such as Avid VENUE, Yamaha CL/QL, and Allen & Heath dLive, with a strong understanding of system integration, signal flow, and RF coordination in technically demanding spaces.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Monitor Engineer at Gipsy Kings ft. Tonino Baliardo
January 1, 2024 - Present
Delivered precise in-ear and wedge mixes in large theaters and festivals; balanced acoustic instrumentation and flamenco vocals with modern stage requirements.
Venue FOH/Monitor Engineer at Various venues – San Diego
January 1, 2012 - Present
Lead engineer at Moonshine Beach & Moonshine Flats (1,000–2,000 cap venues); Primary FOH/Monitor Engineer for Casbah, Tin Roof, Winston’s, Gallagher’s, and Kensington Club—providing full-scale audio support for live performances in high-traffic venues.
AV Technician / Event Operations Supervisor at Centerplate/Qualcomm Stadium
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2015
AV Technician – Corporate Events & Freelance Event Operations Supervisor; oversaw vendor operations and logistics during high-capacity live events.
Studio Engineer at Signature Sound Studios
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Studio Engineer – Signature Sound Studios (2012–2013)
Monitor Engineer at Iration
January 1, 2022 - Present
Monitor/Drum Tech – Iration
Monitor Engineer at Sublime with Rome
January 1, 2022 - Present
Monitor Engineer – Sublime with Rome
Monitor Engineer at Rome & Duddy
January 1, 2023 - Present
Monitor Engineer – Rome & Duddy

Education

B.S. in Audio Production at The Art Institute of California – San Diego
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
Dante Level 2 In Progress
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
OSHA 10 / Event Safety Alliance
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services