Production, Mixing, Mastering

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Analog is timeless. Warm and intimate.

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I've been making music since middle school and have a degree in music from the USC Thornton School of Music.

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: I work within a wide variety of genres, most typically, RnB, Pop, Folk/Acoustic, and Rap.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring musical expertise, technical skill, and attention to detail to every project I work on.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: My work process begins with understanding the artist's vision and developing demos together. In the production phase, I focus on capturing emotive performances during recording sessions. After recording, I edit and arrange the tracks for impact. Then, in the mixing stage, I balance levels and apply effects for a cohesive sound. Finally, I master the tracks for distribution, ensuring they sound great across all platforms. Throughout, I collaborate closely with the artist to bring their vision to life.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I operate out of a home studio that's been carefully crafted to provide a professional and creative environment for music production and audio mixing. It has been acoustically treated and is up to any task on the agenda.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: The bulk of my work revolves around creating a sonic landscape for artists and projects. This involves a range of services tailored to each client's needs. Here are some of the most common types of work I do: Music Production: This is the heart of what I do. I work closely with artists to bring their musical ideas to life. Whether it's starting from scratch with a rough melody or fleshing out existing compositions, I help shape the entire production process. This includes recording, arranging, and selecting instruments and sounds that best fit the vision. Audio Mixing: Once the tracks are recorded, I step in to mix them. This is where I blend all the individual elements together—adjusting levels, panning, and applying effects to achieve clarity and balance. The goal is to make sure every instrument and vocal sits just right in the mix, creating a cohesive and impactful sound. Editing and Clean-up: Sometimes recordings need a bit of polishing. I handle tasks like audio editing, which involves removing unwanted noise, adjusting timing, and making sure everything is seamless. This is crucial for a professional and polished final product. Mastering: The final touch is mastering, where I prepare the mixed tracks for distribution. This involves fine-tuning the overall sound with equalization, compression, and other techniques to ensure it sounds great across all playback systems.