I'm Philip Roy Harrison, a versatile musician and audio professional based in Birmingham. I’ve built a career across studio work, live sound, music production, and composition, collaborating with bands, game developers, and education projects. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy turning ideas into concrete sound outcomes while maintaining a collaborative, friendly approach. I’m a self-employed musician, producer, live sound engineer and sound designer, with experience teaching music and leading workshops. I enjoy mentoring others and applying hands-on expertise to create immersive audio experiences, whether in studios, on stage, or in educational settings.

Philip Roy Harrison

I'm Philip Roy Harrison, a versatile musician and audio professional based in Birmingham. I’ve built a career across studio work, live sound, music production, and composition, collaborating with bands, game developers, and education projects. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy turning ideas into concrete sound outcomes while maintaining a collaborative, friendly approach. I’m a self-employed musician, producer, live sound engineer and sound designer, with experience teaching music and leading workshops. I enjoy mentoring others and applying hands-on expertise to create immersive audio experiences, whether in studios, on stage, or in educational settings.

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I’m Philip Roy Harrison, a versatile musician and audio professional based in Birmingham. I’ve built a career across studio work, live sound, music production, and composition, collaborating with bands, game developers, and education projects. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy turning ideas into concrete sound outcomes while maintaining a collaborative, friendly approach.

I’m a self-employed musician, producer, live sound engineer and sound designer, with experience teaching music and leading workshops. I enjoy mentoring others and applying hands-on expertise to create immersive audio experiences, whether in studios, on stage, or in educational settings.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Assistant and Workshop Co-ordinator at Spirit Studios (Alumni)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Graduate Alumni of studio with a roster including The Smiths, The Stone Roses, 808 State, Massive Attack and the Orchestra of Game of Thrones. Responsibilities included assisting students with learning and studio/live venue practices, managing equipment/room bookings, and updating admin and record-keeping. Co-ordinator of self-led workshops demonstrating the uses of mixing desks, PA systems, and stage layouts, plus professional studio practices. Also involved in freelance projects for games development students, amateur filmmakers, and field recording for sound designers.
Live Sound Engineer/Bartender at Night and Day Cafe, Manchester
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Worked in a busy live music venue handling live sound and bar service. Maintained a premium bar and venue reputation through effective communication in a loud environment and delivered consistent customer experiences.
Live Sound Engineer at o2 Academy/Institute, Birmingham
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Self-employed live engineer for acts such as DMA’s, Massive Wagons, Boy Pablo and Lights. Assisted touring crew and engineers with stage turnaround and layout, and maintained PA systems and sound reinforcement equipment.
Trust Bank Expert By Experience at Toucan, Provider Collaborative of West Midlands CAMHS
October 1, 2025 - Present
NHS-led service based at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Involvement in projects to improve mental health treatment for young people, focused on building rapport and trust with service users through lived experience to facilitate comfortable and safe feedback about treatment.

Education

BSc Studio and Live Music Production at Spirit Studios (formerly The School of Sound Recording, SSR)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology (D*D*D*) at Birmingham Ormiston Academy
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
GCSEs including English and Maths at Birmingham Ormiston Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
BTEC Level 2 Music at Birmingham Ormiston Academy
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Emergency First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services