Daniel Quinlan

Audio Engineer at Narwhal Studios

Assisted engineers with sessions, mic placement (Neumann U87, AKG C414, Coles 4038), signal routing via patch bays, and running lines through analog consoles (Rupert Neve Designs 5088, SSL 4000, Soundcraft Saffire). Maintained studio cleanliness and organization; set up and broke down rehearsal/recording spaces; handled headphone mixes; DAW session prep (Pro Tools); backstage setup for artists including Ezra Furman, TC Carson, SZA, and Third Coast Percussion.

Touring musician performing with major acts including Journey, Boston, Carrie Underwood, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Audio Engineer at AudioTree

Engineered and captured performances for a globally recognized live music platform; managed signal flow, mic placement, and gain staging on SSL console; collaborated with artists, producers, and video teams to deliver polished, immersive live recordings.

Led bar operations in a high-volume restaurant; managed staff; streamlined workflows; developed cocktail programs; trained team members; oversaw inventory; delivered high-tier guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Audio Engineer at Narwhal Studios

Assisted engineers with session setups, microphone placement (Neumann U87, AKG C414, Coles 4038), signal routing via patch bays, and running lines through analog consoles (Rupert Neve Designs 5088, SSL 4040, Soundcraft Sapphyre). Maintained studio cleanliness and session-ready spaces; collaborated on setting up and breaking down rehearsals and recording sessions; handled headphone mixes and DAW session prep (Pro Tools) for artists including Ezra Furman, TC Carson, SZA, and Third Coast Percussion.

Composer / Lighting Designer / Touring Musician at Sun Kids / Amenoia (Various Projects)

Composed, recorded, and produced music for projects including Sun Kids and Amenoia; designed and operated lighting for live shows and national tours; commissioned and contributed to album artwork, merchandising, and branding. Managed website updates and digital distribution via Squarespace, Wix, TuneCore, DistroKid; organized live performances and booked tours spanning several weeks at a time.

Audio Engineer at AudioTree

Engineered and captured live performances for a globally recognized live music platform; worked on an SSL console handling signal flow, mic placement, and gain staging; collaborated with artists, producers, and video teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality live recordings in a fast-paced studio environment; assisted with session prep, headphone mixes, DAW prep (Pro Tools).

Audio Engineer at AudioTree

Ongoing role as part of AudioTree's Chicago operations; engineered and captured performances for a diverse range of artists, helping shape sessions into polished, immersive audio experiences; managed SSL console-based signal flow, mic placement, and gain staging; collaborated with artists, producers, and video teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality live recordings; managed live performances and events including group sessions.