Freelance Sound Engineer
KT Drums & Sound – Cornwall
February 2013 to Present

I offer flexible, professional sound engineering services for:

• One-off gigs and tours
• Festivals and large-scale shows (18hr+ days are no problem)
• Corporate events and conferences
• Flexible across the Southwest, UK and international when needed.

I work on a tiered rate structure with fair overtime policies and can supply gear if needed.
Dependable and experienced, I’m always up for a challenge and committed to getting the best out of situation.

Casual Crew – Sound Bias
Hall for Cornwall – Truro
June 2025 to Present

• Sound operative and technician using the in-house A&H dLive and AHM systems for in-house productions.
• Sound assistant for touring shows, working with an exciting array of professional productions, installing their touring flown rigs.
• On hand for supporting stage crew for set installation and lighting department, installing fixtures to flown bars from lighting schematics
• Unloading/Loading of lorries.

Product Support Specialist
Allen & Heath – Penryn
December 2023 to November 2024

• Provided world class technical support for Allen & Heath products, to dealers, distributors and customers whilst managing warranty repairs and complaints.
• Understand & Interpret technical information into practical information for customers at different levels of ability and understanding and maintain product service manuals to ensure accurate and up-to-date information was provided at all times.
• Operated via Zendesk tickets, telephone, emails and social media
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve customer experience and product quality.

Software Tester
Allen & Heath – Penryn
October 2022 to December 2023

• Master the whole product range and utilise; manual black box testing, set up automated testing and ultimately white box testing.
• Reviewing software specifications and preparing test scenarios
• Systematically examine every possible scenario whilst working closely with engineers to identify bugs with the product
• Write swift and succinct reports so faults are understood and addressed adequately
• Methodically document test results and report test progress to lead to a release ready product
• Create documentation of tests & system information for company wide distribution

Sound Engineer
Talent Artistic Group – Scotland
July 2021 to September 2021

• Driver for Scottish region of Haven Holidays touring show.
• Set up and maintain touring sound rig, video screens and set, implementing with venues in house equipment.
• Build and maintain QLab show files, mix and record audio with radio mics and digital desk.

Sound & Lighting Technical Manager
Happy Promotions Ltd – UK Tour
March 2019 to August 2019

Touring Circus of acrobats and general circus skills for family entertainment

• Responsible for all technical aspects of the tour.
• To build the show’s technical content and automation, liaising with the performers to produce a dazzling display.
• Test, fix and maintain all electrics for the show, including other tour needs such as caravan electrics.
• Set up and pack down of every show.
• Load/unload 3.5 tonne truck and driving to each location as part of a convoy.
• Assist with Big Top tent set up and anything else where required.
• Source, edit and collate all audio and build a fully automated show, whilst collaborating with the cast to set the cues.
• I was also a performing artist as a drummer in between operating sound and lights.
• Worked flawlessly, safely and efficiently for a simplified operation, enabling me to successfully train my replacement before leaving for my next contract.

Lounge Technician
Royal Caribbean Group – Mediterranean Cruise
September 2018 to March 2019

• Responsible for the set-up, operation, repair and maintenance of several venue’s with various kinds of sound and lighting systems.
• Working with and serving an array of performers and musical groups to make continual adjustments wherever needed to make them more comfortable on stage. Events included theme nights, group functions and charters.
• Be on call 24/7 to assist with any AV needs around the ship.
• I received regular praise from all guest acts for seeing to their needs quickly and politely in many fast paced settings with occasional added challenges.

Show Technician
Live Business – Menorca
May 2018 to September 2018

• All sound and lighting duties for the resort’s entertainment needs.
• Liaising with guest acts, sourcing sound effects, backing tracks, visuals and programming into automation.
• Support all daytime and evening shows and activities game shows, quizzes, poolside activities, sporting events, guest competitions, themed events, art & craft activities, local tours, customer communications.
• I recommended and sourced equipment to the hotel management to make it possible to broadcast the summers Football World Cup on the big screen. Alterations were made to the schedule to show relevant matches, which was hugely appreciated by all.

Freelance Theatre Technician
Tobacco Factory/Old Vic – Bristol
October 2017 to May 2018

Local Theatre Venues

• On call as pool staff wherever needed for stage set up, strike, turnaround, show operation for sound and lights and props.

Senior Audio Visual Technician
Grange Hotels – London
August 2017 to November 2017

London 4-Star hotel accommodation, hospitality and events services for the most discerning guest.

• Delivering AV element for events, PA systems, lighting and projection, video conferencing systems, event support.
• Operating equipment during meetings and gala dinners and carrying out rehearsals with event organisers.
• Format and sequence media for production and presentation use.
• Carry out daily systems checks and rectify any issues.
• Deal with high profile corporate clients during site visits to obtain their event brief and create bespoke audio/visual content.
• Generate quotes for their events.
• Placing orders with suppliers and replying to email enquiries. Help and support other sister hotels when needed.

Lounge Technician
PEEL Talent – Caribbean
September 2016 to May 2017

• Responsible for the smooth running of events in multiple venues on the ship ensuring the artists perform on schedule, their needs are met and the sound and lighting are to a high standard for a good show.
• Delivered general technician tasks around the rest of the ship with high efficiency as part of the wider tech team.
• I generated unparalleled enthusiasm and energy throughout the ship by organising and leading 2 marathons onboard. This involved 105 laps of the deck to complete the 26 miles. This greatly enhanced the passenger holiday experience, along with raising over £3k for charity.
• I was muster station leader at my survival craft post.

Show Audio Visual Technician
TED AV – Albufeira, Faro
March 2016 to September 2016

Technical Entertainment Services for holiday destinations.

• Programming media into automation software, testing functionality and interactive workflow with the presenters.
• Sound and lights operation, all maintenance, set up, rehearsals and at hand for day time activities.
• Responsible for prompt start times of all shows, making sure everything was technically sound, safe and ready for the evenings entertainment. This ranged from young kids’ entertainment, teens to the full rehearsed family productions.
• Customer facing at all times, carrying out duties in a calm and friendly manner.
• I earned the employee star of the month in my first month there.

Marketing & Events Manager / Technician / Drum Teacher
dBs Music – Camborne
October 2012 to December 2014

• Provided services to the students and teachers in installing, maintaining all equipment at the college and on hand for student and teacher assistance. Lesson setup and student support.
• Install user accounts and resolve software issues over the network.
• Marketing & Events logistics and management, attending roadshow events, radio play, gigs and festivals.
• This was a new college and underwent a complete refurbishment where we as a team re-built and installed all studio technology.
• I also ran more drums and guitar tuition classes for the wider college students.

Freelance Post production/location sound
Dogbite Film Company – Falmouth
August 2011 to November 2014

Bespoke film makers

• Recording live sound at sporting events to be fed to the main broadcast
• Sound post-production for various film projects
• Voice over tracking and audio correction.
• Studio builds
• Technician at various live events

Audio Visual Technician
Production Plus – Letchworth
June 2007 to November 2007

Live Events Specialist

• Independently preparing audio, visual and lighting equipment for varied events. Loading/unloading trucks safely to transport to location.
• Driving to location, setting up and remaining on hand through the events for technical assistance.
• Equipment maintenance and repair, re-soldering connections, cleaning and general reliable upkeep for a professional service.

Audio Visual Technician
Blitz Communications (GES) – Elstree
April 2004 to November 2004

Live events specialist

• Warehouse operative, preparing and testing equipment for various events. Loading/unloading trucks.
• Working from a job sheet to accurately prepare for each job.

Server & Website Design & Management
November 2025 – Present

• Manage my own home server that runs all my home automation, media and files on my private network, which is accessible anywhere in the world via my 5g mobile router
• Designed and built several of my own websites (including this one) that are also hosted on this server