I am a detail-oriented Audio Engineer / Production Technician with hands-on experience in live sound, audio-visual system setup, and equipment maintenance. I thrive under tight event schedules, manage signal flow, and deliver high-quality sound for both live and studio environments. I collaborate with artists and clients to meet technical and creative requirements, apply microphone placement techniques, troubleshoot in real time, and maintain an organized studio and inventory with a strong emphasis on safety. My background includes leading sessions at Star City Studios Productions in El Paso and serving as a Petroleum Supply Specialist in the U.S. Army, which taught me discipline, teamwork, and safe, efficient operations on complex productions.

Wharria Waddley

I am a detail-oriented Audio Engineer / Production Technician with hands-on experience in live sound, audio-visual system setup, and equipment maintenance. I thrive under tight event schedules, manage signal flow, and deliver high-quality sound for both live and studio environments. I collaborate with artists and clients to meet technical and creative requirements, apply microphone placement techniques, troubleshoot in real time, and maintain an organized studio and inventory with a strong emphasis on safety. My background includes leading sessions at Star City Studios Productions in El Paso and serving as a Petroleum Supply Specialist in the U.S. Army, which taught me discipline, teamwork, and safe, efficient operations on complex productions.

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I am a detail-oriented Audio Engineer / Production Technician with hands-on experience in live sound, audio-visual system setup, and equipment maintenance. I thrive under tight event schedules, manage signal flow, and deliver high-quality sound for both live and studio environments.

I collaborate with artists and clients to meet technical and creative requirements, apply microphone placement techniques, troubleshoot in real time, and maintain an organized studio and inventory with a strong emphasis on safety. My background includes leading sessions at Star City Studios Productions in El Paso and serving as a Petroleum Supply Specialist in the U.S. Army, which taught me discipline, teamwork, and safe, efficient operations on complex productions.

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Work Experience

Music Producer / Audio Technician at Star City Studios Productions
August 1, 2020 - Present
Set up, operate, and break down audio equipment for recording sessions and live events; maintain and troubleshoot audio systems, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime; manage signal flow, routing, and equipment configuration for high-quality sound output; apply microphone placement techniques for studio and live environments; collaborate with artists and clients to meet technical and creative requirements; monitor equipment performance and resolve technical issues in real time; maintain organized studio inventory and ensure proper equipment storage.
Petroleum Supply Specialist at U.S. Army
May 1, 2011 - November 1, 2017
Maintained accountability and inventory of equipment and supplies; coordinated logistics and transportation operations; adhered to strict safety protocols and operational procedures; communicated effectively with team members and leadership in high-pressure environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Audio Production at Full Sail University
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Diploma in Master Recording at Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other