I am Nicholas Van Fossen. Audio Engineer | DSP Researcher | Studio Operations Specialist I am a Nashville-based audio engineer and researcher specializing in the intersection of digital signal processing (DSP) and high-end studio production. I am currently a Master of Science candidate in Audio Engineering at Belmont University, combining rigorous academic research in psychoacoustics and linear systems modeling with extensive hands-on experience in premier recording environments. As a freelance assistant engineer at Curb Studios, I have helped with large-scale multitrack sessions for national touring artists, including Cody Johnson and Aaron Lewis. I know the full production lifecycle, from routing complex signal paths through consoles to managing the logistical demands of high-profile studio operations. Most recently, I served as Co-Producer for Hunter Cazz’s single, "Advantage," where I oversaw the creative and technical transition from initial demo to a commercially competitive master. I am great at auditory perception. My unique hybrid of technical mastery and creative intuition allows me to solve complex sonic challenges while maintaining the emotional integrity of the artist's vision.…

Nicholas Van Fossen

I am Nicholas Van Fossen. Audio Engineer | DSP Researcher | Studio Operations Specialist I am a Nashville-based audio engineer and researcher specializing in the intersection of digital signal processing (DSP) and high-end studio production. I am currently a Master of Science candidate in Audio Engineering at Belmont University, combining rigorous academic research in psychoacoustics and linear systems modeling with extensive hands-on experience in premier recording environments. As a freelance assistant engineer at Curb Studios, I have helped with large-scale multitrack sessions for national touring artists, including Cody Johnson and Aaron Lewis. I know the full production lifecycle, from routing complex signal paths through consoles to managing the logistical demands of high-profile studio operations. Most recently, I served as Co-Producer for Hunter Cazz’s single, "Advantage," where I oversaw the creative and technical transition from initial demo to a commercially competitive master. I am great at auditory perception. My unique hybrid of technical mastery and creative intuition allows me to solve complex sonic challenges while maintaining the emotional integrity of the artist's vision.…

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I am Nicholas Van Fossen.
Audio Engineer | DSP Researcher | Studio Operations Specialist

I am a Nashville-based audio engineer and researcher specializing in the intersection of digital signal processing (DSP) and high-end studio production. I am currently a Master of Science candidate in Audio Engineering at Belmont University, combining rigorous academic research in psychoacoustics and linear systems modeling with extensive hands-on experience in premier recording environments.

As a freelance assistant engineer at Curb Studios, I have helped with large-scale multitrack sessions for national touring artists, including Cody Johnson and Aaron Lewis. I know the full production lifecycle, from routing complex signal paths through consoles to managing the logistical demands of high-profile studio operations. Most recently, I served as Co-Producer for Hunter Cazz’s single, “Advantage,” where I oversaw the creative and technical transition from initial demo to a commercially competitive master.

I am great at auditory perception. My unique hybrid of technical mastery and creative intuition allows me to solve complex sonic challenges while maintaining the emotional integrity of the artist’s vision.

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Skills

Experience Level

Audio
Expert
Logic Pro
Expert
Mix
Expert
Master
Expert
Music Theory
Intermediate
Guitar Pro
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Assistant Engineer (Internship / Freelance) at Curb Studios @28 (Music Row, Nashville, TN)
August 1, 2025 - Present
Operate SSL 9000J mixing console; set up sessions for multitrack recording; manage studio inventory; direct studio operations for clients/producers; load in/out bands; assemble/dismantle sound equipment; provide session services for extended sessions; open/close studio.
Live Sound Internship at Ontario Center for the Performing Arts (Oswego Music Hall)
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Operate Behringer X32 mixing console; manage stage lighting and lighting design; adjust live sound to artist preferences; direct sound checks; load in/out bands; assemble/dismantle equipment.
Course Maintenance at Endwell Greens
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021
Maintain a presentable golf course; operate landscaping equipment and wood chipper; ensure safety; accommodate special events with organized scheduling.
Operations Team Clerk at Visions Federal Credit Union
May 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Create and maintain tax spreadsheets; process tax bills for businesses (escrow); correspondence with municipalities and businesses regarding tax responsibilities; organize and archive tax records; create, process, and endorse tax checks for businesses (up to $100,000); knowledge and accurate use of banking software; attend department meetings.
Course Assistant and Studio Manager at State University of New York College at Oswego
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Studio Manager: Calendaring / scheduling studio time for students; assist students (troubleshooting, equipment training, general inquiries); maintaining equipment / general support for the studio. Course Assistant: Support professor in entry-level recording courses; lead in-class activities; mentor new students in college / career opportunities.

Education

Master of Science in Audio Engineering at Belmont University
August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Music: Audio Recording and Production at State University of New York College at Oswego
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
New York State Regents Diploma at Union-Endicott High School
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Music: Audio Recording / Production
August 20, 2020 - May 13, 2024
Master's Degree in Science: Audio Engineering
August 20, 2024 - May 9, 2026
Freelance Audio Engineer, Music Row, Nashville, TN
August 18, 2025 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods
    paper Advantage - Hunter Cazz

    Serving as Co-Producer for Hunter Cazz’s latest release, “Advantage,” the focus was on blending organic performance with polished, modern production. Responsibilities spanned the entire creative arc—from structural arrangement to the technical nuances of the final mix. By leveraging advanced DSP techniques and a meticulous approach to session management, the project resulted in a high-impact sonic landscape that highlights the artist’s unique vocal character while meeting the rigorous standards of today’s streaming market.