Hi, I'm Nicholas Bendzsa, a freelance audio engineer and producer based in Montreal. I graduated from McGill University with a Masters in Sound Recording in 2024. I specialize in indie, folk, and contemporary music production, working with both acoustic and electronic music. I also have experience in live sound and audio editing, which allows me to support a variety of music projects and events professionally. Over the years, I've worked on audio and video recordings for major festivals, concert recordings with Opera Montreal, and various ensembles at McGill University. I enjoy collaborating with artists across genres, helping them bring their musical visions to life. Whether it’s studio recording, live sound, or producing music, I’m passionate about delivering great sound experiences.

Nicholas Bendzsa

Hi, I'm Nicholas Bendzsa, a freelance audio engineer and producer based in Montreal. I graduated from McGill University with a Masters in Sound Recording in 2024. I specialize in indie, folk, and contemporary music production, working with both acoustic and electronic music. I also have experience in live sound and audio editing, which allows me to support a variety of music projects and events professionally. Over the years, I've worked on audio and video recordings for major festivals, concert recordings with Opera Montreal, and various ensembles at McGill University. I enjoy collaborating with artists across genres, helping them bring their musical visions to life. Whether it’s studio recording, live sound, or producing music, I’m passionate about delivering great sound experiences.

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Hi, I’m Nicholas Bendzsa, a freelance audio engineer and producer based in Montreal. I graduated from McGill University with a Masters in Sound Recording in 2024. I specialize in indie, folk, and contemporary music production, working with both acoustic and electronic music. I also have experience in live sound and audio editing, which allows me to support a variety of music projects and events professionally.

Over the years, I’ve worked on audio and video recordings for major festivals, concert recordings with Opera Montreal, and various ensembles at McGill University. I enjoy collaborating with artists across genres, helping them bring their musical visions to life. Whether it’s studio recording, live sound, or producing music, I’m passionate about delivering great sound experiences.

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Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Research Assistant at McGill University
January 1, 2022 - Present
Research Assistant to Martha DeFrancisco, plus live concert recording engineer and live sound technician at McGill University.
Live Concert Recording Engineer and Live Sound Technician at McGill University
January 1, 2022 - Present
Handling live concert recording engineering and live sound technician duties.
Technical Assistant at Various Festivals and Events
January 1, 2021 - Present
Technical assistant and live sound roles at Lawnya Vawnya CyberSpring festival, Sound Symposium, and the Tombolo Multicultural Festival including videography responsibilities.
Audio Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Freelance recording, mixing, and mastering engineer in various genres including contemporary music, classical, jazz, indie, folk, and electronica. Experience includes audio and video recordings for Sound Symposium, concert recording with Opera Montreal, stereo and immersive recording and mixing for McGill University ensembles, and audio editing for audiobooks and podcasts. Live sound work at Theatre St. James, McGill University, La Boite, and the Montreal Fringe Festival.
Music Producer at Freelance
January 1, 2015 - Present
Producing and mixing music for various artists such as Dameer, Sarah Rossy, Microwave Tower, and others, including art installation pieces.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at McGill University, Montreal
September 1, 2016 - April 30, 2021
M. Mus. at McGill University, Montreal
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024

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Industry Experience

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