I am an audio engineer and producer with over a decade of experience. My passion is positively affecting people with the power of music. I have worked with a variety of artists and managed multiple studios, honing my skills in recording, mixing, mastering, and studio management. I truly enjoy creating music that resonates with people and bringing projects to life in the studio.

Derek "DC" Cannon

I am an audio engineer and producer with over a decade of experience. My passion is positively affecting people with the power of music. I have worked with a variety of artists and managed multiple studios, honing my skills in recording, mixing, mastering, and studio management. I truly enjoy creating music that resonates with people and bringing projects to life in the studio.

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I am an audio engineer and producer with over a decade of experience. My passion is positively affecting people with the power of music. I have worked with a variety of artists and managed multiple studios, honing my skills in recording, mixing, mastering, and studio management. I truly enjoy creating music that resonates with people and bringing projects to life in the studio.

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Work Experience

Engineer / Acoustician at One Stop Studios
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Designed & oversaw construction of Vocal Booth & Control Room in Studio B. Ran recording, mixing, and mastering sessions for Trevor Daniel, Simi, and Bam Marley.
Owner & Chief Engineer at DC Studios at Complex 2010
November 30, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Owned and managed multiple studio rooms including control rooms, live rooms, and production rooms. Designed and constructed studio spaces, employed engineers, vocal coaches, and interns. Managed booking, scheduling, and all administrative work. Troubleshot and maintained studio equipment. Worked with many artists including Bandman Kevo, BJ The Chicago Kid, and Chance The Rapper.
Engineer at Dufflebag Studios
June 30, 2012 - August 1, 2025
Ran recording, mixing, and mastering sessions for various artists including 2 Chainz and Jagged Edge. Worked on projects that received 2x Emmy awards for Original Song and numerous sync placements in TV and media.
Intern / Assistant Engineer / Engineer at Pressure Point Recording Studios
June 30, 2011 - August 1, 2025
Started as an intern performing studio maintenance and front desk operations. Became assistant engineer working on sessions for multiple artists like Britney Spears and Mariah Carey. Later ran own client sessions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other