Hi, I'm Fiona Steele, a detail-oriented sound and audio engineer with over seven years of experience in live sound, music production, and technical coordination. I love working collaboratively with artists and production teams to create high-quality, immersive audio experiences for performances and events. Music has always been my passion, and I take pride in my ability to blend technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver the best sound possible in dynamic environments. I founded the Firebird School of Music to support community music education and help musicians develop their skills through tailored programs and live sound production. I enjoy the challenge of managing live events and studio productions while ensuring all logistics and compliance requirements are met. When I'm not working behind the scenes, I also teach music lessons and coach emerging singer-songwriters to express their unique sound with confidence.

Fiona Steele

Hi, I'm Fiona Steele, a detail-oriented sound and audio engineer with over seven years of experience in live sound, music production, and technical coordination. I love working collaboratively with artists and production teams to create high-quality, immersive audio experiences for performances and events. Music has always been my passion, and I take pride in my ability to blend technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver the best sound possible in dynamic environments. I founded the Firebird School of Music to support community music education and help musicians develop their skills through tailored programs and live sound production. I enjoy the challenge of managing live events and studio productions while ensuring all logistics and compliance requirements are met. When I'm not working behind the scenes, I also teach music lessons and coach emerging singer-songwriters to express their unique sound with confidence.

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Hi, I’m Fiona Steele, a detail-oriented sound and audio engineer with over seven years of experience in live sound, music production, and technical coordination. I love working collaboratively with artists and production teams to create high-quality, immersive audio experiences for performances and events. Music has always been my passion, and I take pride in my ability to blend technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver the best sound possible in dynamic environments.

I founded the Firebird School of Music to support community music education and help musicians develop their skills through tailored programs and live sound production. I enjoy the challenge of managing live events and studio productions while ensuring all logistics and compliance requirements are met. When I’m not working behind the scenes, I also teach music lessons and coach emerging singer-songwriters to express their unique sound with confidence.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Founding & Managing Director at Firebird School of Music
July 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Founded and operated a community music school serving over 1500 students through private lessons, band programs, and workshops. Designed curriculum tailored to adult learners and aspiring singer-songwriters. Managed all live sound and studio production services, event live sound engineering, and production logistics. Oversaw operations including budgets, staffing, marketing, compliance, and stakeholder engagement. Delivered concerts and live music events, coordinated venues, technical needs, and artist support. Managed contracts, copyright, licensing, and liaised with industry bodies like MEAA and APRA AMCOS.
Assistant Program Director/Team Leader at Turramurra Folk Music Bush Camp
February 1, 2025 - June 27, 2024
Managed program and live sound for music camp events, including team leadership and coordination of activities.
Freelance Music Producer & Music Lessons Instructor at Fiona Steele Music
March 1, 2008 - June 27, 2024
Provided music lessons, professional coaching, live and studio sound production engineering services to clients. Created curriculum for guitar for singers, and produced multiple music projects for artists such as Jasmijn Woods, FJ Steele, Dom Berry, and others.
Store Manager at Melbourne Music Centre
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Managed live and studio audio equipment sales, specializing in guitars and keyboards. Supported customers with technical advice and product knowledge.
Managing Director / Record Label Co-Founder at Groovecult Records
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Oversaw studio and label production, distribution, royalties, and compliance for the record label operations.
Compliance Officer at APRA AMCOS
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Handled compliance matters for the music rights organization, ensuring adherence to regulations and industry standards.

Education

Bachelor of Music (Performance) & Bachelor of Arts at Monash University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Graduate Diploma at Box Hill Institute
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Sound Production Masterclass
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization