I'm Scott Leader, founder and chief engineer/producer at Brick Road Studio in Scottsdale, AZ. I design, build, and operate multi-room recording studios, work with labels to produce artists within budget, and mentor interns in the art of recording, mixing, and mastering. Over the last two decades I have produced and released more than 400 albums for labels worldwide, created a Music Recording Camp for teens, and taught music production at Paradise Valley High School and Arizona State University.

Scott Jeremy Leader

I'm Scott Leader, founder and chief engineer/producer at Brick Road Studio in Scottsdale, AZ. I design, build, and operate multi-room recording studios, work with labels to produce artists within budget, and mentor interns in the art of recording, mixing, and mastering. Over the last two decades I have produced and released more than 400 albums for labels worldwide, created a Music Recording Camp for teens, and taught music production at Paradise Valley High School and Arizona State University.

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I’m Scott Leader, founder and chief engineer/producer at Brick Road Studio in Scottsdale, AZ. I design, build, and operate multi-room recording studios, work with labels to produce artists within budget, and mentor interns in the art of recording, mixing, and mastering. Over the last two decades I have produced and released more than 400 albums for labels worldwide, created a Music Recording Camp for teens, and taught music production at Paradise Valley High School and Arizona State University.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Chief Engineer, Producer, Mix Engineer, Teacher, Owner at Brick Road Studio / Southwest Studios
January 1, 2002 - Present
Designed and built 3 multi-room recording studios; led business planning to create a production company; managed day-to-day operations; collaborated with record labels to produce artists within budgets; produced, edited, mixed, and mastered music; mentored interns; maintained equipment; developed marketing programs and a Teen Music Recording Camp; earned Pro Tools and Waves certifications; produced/released over 350 albums since 2002; produced/mixed music with airplay and Grammy nominations.
Teacher/Consultant Music Production-Pro Tools at Paradise Valley High School
January 1, 2013 - Present
Designed and built a project studio on site; helped design and develop curriculum; worked hands-on with students teaching Pro Tools and modern music production.
Intern at Glaser Music Works (Los Angeles) / Woodshed Studios (Austin)
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001
Worked with knowledgeable producers to learn recording hands-on; developed relationships with industry professionals in Los Angeles.
Assistant Principal at Temple Chai Religious School
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004
Designed curriculum for upper grades; managed payroll and staff needs; coached teachers; handled disciplinary matters with students and parents; planned and executed weekend camp retreats.
Summer Camp Director at Camp Isaiah / Temple Isaiah
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Designed summer camp program on three sites for K-9; hired and trained a staff of 30; created Counselor In Training (CIT) program for teens; turned a deficit into profit.
Elementary School Science Teacher at Austin Community Day School (K-6)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000
Designed science curriculum and rubrics; executed lesson plans for seven grade levels; helped develop policies/procedures; evaluated student performance quarterly; assisted with accreditation processes.
Musician / Founder at Scott Leader.Com / Sababamusic.com
January 1, 1998 - Present
Original Jewish music project with 4 albums; signed to Midwest Flawless Entertainment; toured globally with ~30 concerts/year; led workshops on contemporary Jewish music and songwriting.
Digital Imaging Intern at Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, University of Arizona
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Collaborated with lead scientists on imaging solutions for Galileo and Cassini missions; gained experience with advanced digital imaging and related tools used in medical imaging and photo editing.

Education

M.Ed in Curriculum Design and School Administration at Arizona State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2005
Bachelor of Arts in Judaic Studies at University of Arizona
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1998
Bachelor of Science in Geoscience at University of Arizona
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1998

Qualifications

Pro Tools Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026
Waves Certification (Waves Mercury)
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services