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Hi, I’m Daniel Kay — a detail-oriented audio engineer with 15+ years in field recording, studio production, and live sound. I thrive on solving complex sonic challenges and delivering clean, immersive sound for film, music, and events.
I enjoy mic placement, signal flow troubleshooting, and collaborating closely with production teams to achieve the best possible results on every project.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Field Recording Photagonist at Photagonist
May 1, 2025 - PresentOperated hardware audio recorders, lavalier microphones, and performed micing on camera talent.
Recording Engineer at Teresa Hart
January 1, 2014 - PresentProviding fully remote tech support for Pro Tools and Maschine software. Set up and operated a complete mobile Pro Tools rig. Provided individual headphone mixes for 4 band members. Delivered recorded tracks for mixing.
Field Recording/Audio Engineer at Cinematic Productions
January 1, 2009 - PresentAssisted with organization and operation of video and audio gear used in studio and on location for music events and film shoots. Operated hardware recorders, lavalier microphones, and performed micing on camera talent. Troubleshot software and hardware used on location and in studio.
Field Recordist at Caledon Films
December 31, 2018 - July 12, 2025Attached lavalier microphones to all on-camera talent (2-6 per day). Managed boom placement. Captured all dialogue and background ambience for editing. Transferred audio to video editor for post-production.
Field Recording Technician at Photagonist
May 1, 2025 - PresentOperated hardware audio recorders and lavalier microphones; assisted with microphone setup and on-camera audio capture.
Recording Engineer at Teresa Hart
January 1, 2014 - PresentProvided remote technical support for Pro Tools and Maschine software; set up and operated complete mobile Pro Tools rigs for recording sessions; managed multi-headphone mixes for bands and artists; delivered high-quality recorded tracks for mixing and mastering.
Field Recording & Audio Engineer at Cinematic Productions
January 1, 2009 - PresentAssisted in the organization and operation of video/audio equipment for studio and on-location shoots; operated hardware recorders and lavalier microphones for live events and film; troubleshooted technical issues with both hardware and software under tight deadlines.
Field Recordist – The Good Family at Caledon Films
December 31, 2018 - October 2, 2025Managed lavalier mic placement for on-camera talent (2–6 actors daily); operated boom mics, captured dialogue and ambient audio for post-production; transferred raw audio to editorial teams for seamless integration.
Field Recordist – David’s Child at Caledon Films
December 31, 2016 - October 2, 2025Captured all location audio including dialogue and environmental sounds; handled boom operation and lavalier mic setup for multiple actors; coordinated audio handoff to video editors for post-production workflows.
Field Recording Technician at Photagonist
May 1, 2025 - PresentOperated hardware audio recorders and lavalier microphones; Assisted with microphone setup and on-camera audio capture
Recording Engineer at Teresa Hart
January 1, 2014 - PresentProvide remote technical support for Pro Tools and Maschine software; Setup and operate complete mobile Pro Tools rigs for recording sessions; Manage multi-headphone mixes for bands and artists; Deliver high-quality recorded tracks for mixing and mastering
Field Recording & Audio Engineer at Cinematic Productions
January 1, 2009 - PresentAssist in the organization and operation of video/audio equipment for studio and on-location shoots; Operate hardware recorders and lavalier microphones for live events and film; Troubleshoot technical issues with both hardware and software under tight deadlines
Field Recordist – "The Good Family" at Caledon Films
December 31, 2018 - October 2, 2025Managed lavalier mic placement for on-camera talent (2–6 actors daily); Operated boom mics, captured dialogue and ambient audio for post-production; Transferred raw audio to editorial teams for seamless integration
Field Recordist – "David’s Child" at Caledon Films
December 31, 2016 - October 2, 2025Captured all location audio including dialogue and environmental sounds; Handled boom operation and lavalier mic setup for multiple actors; Coordinated audio handoff to video editors for post-production workflows
Field Recording Technician at Photagonist
May 1, 2025 - PresentOperated hardware audio recorders and lavalier microphones; assisted with microphone setup and on-camera audio capture.
Recording Engineer at Teresa Hart
January 1, 2014 - PresentProvided remote technical support for Pro Tools and Maschine software; set up and operated mobile Pro Tools rigs for recording sessions; managed multi-headphone mixes for bands and artists; delivered high-quality recorded tracks for mixing and mastering.
Field Recording & Audio Engineer at Cinematic Productions
January 1, 2009 - PresentAssisted in the organization and operation of video/audio equipment for studio and on-location shoots; operated hardware recorders and lavalier microphones for live events and film; troubleshooted technical issues with hardware and software under deadlines.
Field Recordist – The Good Family at Caledon Films
January 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025Managed lavalier mic placement for on-camera talent (2–6 actors daily); operated boom mics, captured dialogue and ambient audio for post-production; transferred raw audio to editorial teams for seamless integration.
Field Recordist – David’s Child at Caledon Films
January 1, 2016 - October 2, 2025Captured all location audio including dialogue and environmental sounds; handled boom operation and lavalier mic setup for multiple actors; coordinated audio handoff to video editors for post-production workflows.
Education
Diploma at Trebas Institute
September 1, 2001 - May 1, 2002Diploma at Scarlett Heights Secondary School
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Diploma, Audio Engineering at Trebas Institute, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) at Scarlett Heights Secondary School, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Diploma in Audio Engineering at Trebas Institute
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) at Scarlett Heights Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2025Diploma, Audio Engineering at Trebas Institute, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) at Scarlett Heights Secondary School, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Diploma in Audio Engineering at Trebas Institute
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) at Scarlett Heights Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Diploma, Audio Engineering at Trebas Institute, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) at Scarlett Heights Secondary School, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Qualifications
Diploma (Audio Engineering)
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Diploma, Audio Engineering
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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