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Cyrus V. Anderson is a digital artist, audio engineer, sound designer, composer, and educator with decades of experience across audio recording, television and film post-production, and live mixing. He specializes in sound design, dialog editing/mixing, and digital transfers from analog sources, operating his studio since 1981. He has taught at multiple Pittsburgh-area institutions, served as faculty leadership at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and continues to work on feature-film sound post-production and broadcast projects, including Hearst Television. As a musician and composer, his albums are available across major streaming platforms.…Cyrus V. Anderson is a digital artist, audio engineer, sound designer, composer, and educator with decades of experience across audio recording, television and film post-production, and live mixing. He specializes in sound design, dialog editing/mixing, and digital transfers from analog sources, operating his studio since 1981. He has taught at multiple Pittsburgh-area institutions, served as faculty leadership at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and continues to work on feature-film sound post-production and broadcast projects, including Hearst Television. As a musician and composer, his albums are available across major streaming platforms.

Cyrus V. Anderson

Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Sound Technician, +1

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Cyrus V. Anderson is a digital artist, audio engineer, sound designer, composer, and educator with decades of experience across audio recording, television and film post-production, and live mixing. He specializes in sound design, dialog editing/mixing, and digital transfers from analog sources, operating his studio since 1981. He has taught at multiple Pittsburgh-area institutions, served as faculty leadership at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and continues to work on feature-film sound post-production and broadcast projects, including Hearst Television. As a musician and composer, his albums are available across major streaming platforms.…Cyrus V. Anderson is a digital artist, audio engineer, sound designer, composer, and educator with decades of experience across audio recording, television and film post-production, and live mixing. He specializes in sound design, dialog editing/mixing, and digital transfers from analog sources, operating his studio since 1981. He has taught at multiple Pittsburgh-area institutions, served as faculty leadership at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and continues to work on feature-film sound post-production and broadcast projects, including Hearst Television. As a musician and composer, his albums are available across major streaming platforms.

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Cyrus V. Anderson is a digital artist, audio engineer, sound designer, composer, and educator with decades of experience across audio recording, television and film post-production, and live mixing. He specializes in sound design, dialog editing/mixing, and digital transfers from analog sources, operating his studio since 1981.

He has taught at multiple Pittsburgh-area institutions, served as faculty leadership at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and continues to work on feature-film sound post-production and broadcast projects, including Hearst Television. As a musician and composer, his albums are available across major streaming platforms.

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Adjunct Professor (Film program - Audio) at La Roche University

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Taught audio in the Film Program, covering foundational and practical audio production concepts for student filmmakers.

Sound Mixer / Re-recording Engineer at Hearst Television (Very Local network)

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Re-recording engineering and dialog editing/mixing for dozens of network shows. Supports broadcast post-production workflow for consistent audio quality and delivery.

Adjunct Professor (Film and Animation program - Audio/Video) at Point Park University

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Taught audio and video in the Film and Animation program; supported student development in production workflows and technical sound/video practices.

Adjunct Professor (Video Production / Smart Building Technology - Audio/Video) at Pittsburgh Technical College

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Taught audio and video courses across Video Production and Smart Building Technology programs.

Subject Matter Expert (Online courses - Audio/Video) at Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online

January 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006

Reviewed distance-learning audio and video courses and authored a Video Production 1 class for the Online Interactive Media Design (IMD) program.

Senate Chair, Faculty Development Committee at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009

Led faculty development initiatives as Senate Chair for multiple years as part of faculty governance.

Monitor Mixer / Video Technician at Pepsi-Cola Roadhouse (Burgettstown PA)

January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2009

Freelance part-time production support including live monitoring and audio/video mixing for events and performers.

Lead Faculty (Digital Film and Video Production) at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

January 1, 2001 - March 1, 2014

Provided digital film and video production instruction and continued faculty leadership. Previously managed school TV studio operations and taught audio/video/portfolio courses, supporting student production projects and studio workflow.

Producer and Office Manager at Ripple Effects Interactive, Inc.

November 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001

Produced websites for Pennsylvania tourism and economic development initiatives; transitioned to Office Manager to oversee rapid company growth (10 to 40 employees) in 2000.

Systems Designer / Project Manager (Multimedia Technology Consulting) at The Sextant Group, Inc.

April 1, 1999 - November 1, 1999

Designed multimedia technology solutions and provided consulting, specializing in higher education. Managed projects for clients including Ohio University, Mott Community College, PNC Bank, and Bayer Corp.

Assistant Director / Acting Director of Media Arts & Internship Coordinator at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

January 1, 1998 - March 1, 1999

Managed multimedia, website administration, video production, and photography departments. Supervised faculty, supported curriculum design and budgeting/scheduling, advised students, and managed/expanded the internship program.

Audio Engineer (Part-time) at WPXI - TV Channel 11

January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995

Provided live news and show audio engineering including audio for Pittsburgh Steelers pre- and post-game shows.

Faculty (Audio/Video/Concert Production, Multimedia and Computer Animation) at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1998

Taught audio, video, concert production, and related courses for Music & Video Business, Video Production, Multimedia, and Computer Animation programs. Supported student production projects and technical instruction.

Audio Production Engineer (Broadcast - Full-time) at WPGH - TV, Fox 53

January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1992

Responsible for all broadcast audio signal portions. Produced audio for station promotions and commercial clients, including Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey. Operated and configured the station’s main online edit suite and contributed to an award-winning production team.

Owner / Operator (Recording Studio, Audio for Film & Video) at Cyrus Sound

January 1, 1981 - Present

Designed, built, and managed an audio recording studio specializing in film/video audio and digital transfers from analog sources. Provides sound design, post-production, and mixing for productions, including feature films, and records/engineers music projects and artist demos. Also serves as a freelance audio and re-recording engineer for broadcast clients.

Guitar Teacher / Technician / Sales at The Music Mart (State College, PA)

January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1982

Developed a guitar education program and performed guitar/MI gear sales and repairs while teaching an average of 40+ students per week.

Professional Musician / Soundman / Bandleader at Various (Eastern U.S. performances)

January 1, 1973 - January 1, 2003

Performed as guitarist, harmonica player, bassist, and vocalist; provided sound for multiple musical groups. Opened for notable acts and performed featured sets at regional arts festivals.