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I am a strategic and culturally fluent music professional with formal education in Audio Engineering and Entertainment Business, bringing 8+ years of music production experience and 10+ years of operational leadership. My strengths include talent scouting, repertoire analysis, artist development support, production coordination, and sonic branding. I am experienced in DAW-based composition, arrangement, sound design, and mix execution, with working knowledge of publishing fundamentals, digital distribution, and contract processes. I drive workflow efficiency, uphold quality standards, and support revenue-aligned operations.…I am a strategic and culturally fluent music professional with formal education in Audio Engineering and Entertainment Business, bringing 8+ years of music production experience and 10+ years of operational leadership. My strengths include talent scouting, repertoire analysis, artist development support, production coordination, and sonic branding. I am experienced in DAW-based composition, arrangement, sound design, and mix execution, with working knowledge of publishing fundamentals, digital distribution, and contract processes. I drive workflow efficiency, uphold quality standards, and support revenue-aligned operations.

Zaakir Amadi Burroughs

Music Producer, Artist, Sound Designer, +4

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I am a strategic and culturally fluent music professional with formal education in Audio Engineering and Entertainment Business, bringing 8+ years of music production experience and 10+ years of operational leadership. My strengths include talent scouting, repertoire analysis, artist development support, production coordination, and sonic branding. I am experienced in DAW-based composition, arrangement, sound design, and mix execution, with working knowledge of publishing fundamentals, digital distribution, and contract processes. I drive workflow efficiency, uphold quality standards, and support revenue-aligned operations.…I am a strategic and culturally fluent music professional with formal education in Audio Engineering and Entertainment Business, bringing 8+ years of music production experience and 10+ years of operational leadership. My strengths include talent scouting, repertoire analysis, artist development support, production coordination, and sonic branding. I am experienced in DAW-based composition, arrangement, sound design, and mix execution, with working knowledge of publishing fundamentals, digital distribution, and contract processes. I drive workflow efficiency, uphold quality standards, and support revenue-aligned operations.

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I am a strategic and culturally fluent music professional with formal education in Audio Engineering and Entertainment Business, bringing 8+ years of music production experience and 10+ years of operational leadership.

My strengths include talent scouting, repertoire analysis, artist development support, production coordination, and sonic branding. I am experienced in DAW-based composition, arrangement, sound design, and mix execution, with working knowledge of publishing fundamentals, digital distribution, and contract processes. I drive workflow efficiency, uphold quality standards, and support revenue-aligned operations.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

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Expert

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Music Producer & Creative Director at LIVE L.I.V.E Productions, LLC

November 1, 2018 - Present

Produce original compositions and arrangements, manage full production lifecycle from concept to final mix, and develop sonic branding aligned with artist identity. Provide one-on-one production tutoring, beat construction instruction, and DAW workflow guidance while maintaining ongoing professional relationships.

Operations Lead at Red Rice Restaurant & Catering

August 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026

Lead daily operations, ensure quality control, optimize workflows, and implement operational improvements. Monitor performance metrics, drive consistent service standards, and coordinate cross-functional communication.

Foreman / Logistics Operations Supervisor at U-Haul

November 1, 2012 - February 1, 2013

Oversee loading/unloading logistics, maintain transactional accuracy and customer compliance, and coordinate efficient workflow under time-sensitive conditions.

Retail Merchandising Associate at Publix Super Markets

November 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020

Execute product placement, maintain inventory accuracy, and support retail floor operations while ensuring compliance with commercial laws and high-priority priorities.

Film Score Writer & Music Producer at City Live Productions

January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018

Produce and arrange original film score aligned with client direction; handle sound design and final mix to meet production deadlines; apply critical listening and repertoire evaluation to enhance emotional and structural impact.

Shift Coordinator at Wendy's

March 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017

Maintain service speed, quality standards, and operational workflow execution; support team coordination and cleanliness/compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Foreman / Logistics Operations Supervisor at U-Haul

November 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023

Managed load-in/load-out logistics and supervised task delegation; maintained transactional accuracy and customer account compliance; coordinated workflow efficiency under time-sensitive conditions.

Retail Merchandising Associate at PUBLIX Supermarkets

November 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020

Executed product placement and maintained visual merchandising standards to support sales performance; ensured inventory accuracy and organized high-traffic retail floor operations; demonstrated commercial awareness while managing multiple operational priorities.

Film Scorer & Music Producer at CITY LIVE Productions

January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018

Produced and arranged original film score aligned with client creative direction; executed sound design and final mix to meet production deadlines; applied critical listening and repertoire evaluation to enhance emotional and structural impact.

Shift Coordination at WENDY’S

March 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017

Maintained service speed, quality standards, and operational workflow execution; supported team coordination and cleanliness compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Audio Engineer / A&R / Creative Director at LIVE L.I.V.E Productions, LLC

November 1, 2021 - Present

Produce original compositions, arrangements, and mix-ready records using various DAWs; develop sonic branding strategies aligned with artist identity and market positioning; manage full production life cycle from concept development through final mix execution; conduct informal artist development support including beat customization and creative direction; provide one-on-one production tutoring to two developing producers, teaching arrangement and DAW workflow; maintain ongoing professional relationships.