Ross Robinette
Education
Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina Currently Enrolled – June 2021
BS in Music Industry Studies
Minor in General Business and Entrepreneurship
Caldwell Community College, Boone, North Carolina Transferred
AA in General Studies (transferred before completion)
Watauga High School, Boone, North Carolina Completed
Diploma
Work Experience
Freelance Audio Engineer Fall 2017 – Present
• Set up audio software for sound management and recording
• Recorded vocals and produced music and sound design
• Worked with clients to define goals and present them with completed work
• Ensured great sound quality in a timely manner
• Overcame challenges, such as limited equipment, to produce great recordings
• Engaged in mix contest through the Blackbird Academy and Splice
Kudzu Music (Boone, NC) Fall 2020
• Open and closed the store while the owners were away.
• Helped clients find what musical products they desire
• Handled the desk, checkouts, instrument fittings, and phone calls for clients
Landscaping (Morganton, NC)
• Great work ethic maintaining a property
• Main work activities were weed-waking, moving large objects, and decorating the property
• Helped train the dogs and horses
Inn At Ragged Gardens (Blowing Rock, NC) June-October 2018
• Opened the Inn in the mornings
• Served as a receptionist
• Provided guest services such as serving breakfast, and showing them around the building
• Maintained guest logs and schedules
Schaefer Center of Performing Arts (Boone, NC) Summer 2016
• Set up electrics, monitors, gear, and instruments
• Worked with artists to ensure performance readiness and reliability
• Resolved gear and equipment issues promptly
• Worked setting up instruments and goodies for big artists such as the band Yes or Carl Palmer
Skills
• Proficient Pro Tools 12, Reason, and FL Studio.
• Experienced in recording vocals.
• Adept to sound design, mixing, and mastering.
• Skilled at in the box processing
• Highly personable, excellent communicator
• Detail-oriented and thorough in work product
• Deliver completed work to satisfied clients
References
Mrs. Kim Wangler: ------------ (University Major Head) Mike Taylor: ------------ (landscaping boss)
Ms. Missy Wilson: ------------ (Ragged Gardens Boss) Mr. Scott Haynes: ------------ (Schaefer Center Boss)
Dr. Ira Abrahms: ------------ (Music Lawyer & Law Professor)
Education
Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina Currently Enrolled – June 2021
BS in Music Industry Studies
Minor in General Business and Entrepreneurship
Caldwell Community College, Boone, North Carolina Transferred
AA in General Studies (transferred before completion)
Watauga High School, Boone, North Carolina Completed
Diploma
Work Experience
Freelance Audio Engineer Fall 2017 – Present
• Set up audio software for sound management and recording
• Recorded vocals and produced music and sound design
• Worked with clients to define goals and present them with completed work
• Ensured great sound quality in a timely manner
• Overcame challenges, such as limited equipment, to produce great recordings
• Engaged in mix contest through the Blackbird Academy and Splice
Kudzu Music (Boone, NC) Fall 2020
• Open and closed the store while the owners were away.
• Helped clients find what musical products they desire
• Handled the desk, checkouts, instrument fittings, and phone calls for clients
Landscaping (Morganton, NC)
• Great work ethic maintaining a property
• Main work activities were weed-waking, moving large objects, and decorating the property
• Helped train the dogs and horses
Inn At Ragged Gardens (Blowing Rock, NC) June-October 2018
• Opened the Inn in the mornings
• Served as a receptionist
• Provided guest services such as serving breakfast, and showing them around the building
• Maintained guest logs and schedules
Schaefer Center of Performing Arts (Boone, NC) Summer 2016
• Set up electrics, monitors, gear, and instruments
• Worked with artists to ensure performance readiness and reliability
• Resolved gear and equipment issues promptly
• Worked setting up instruments and goodies for big artists such as the band Yes or Carl Palmer
Skills
• Proficient Pro Tools 12, Reason, and FL Studio.
• Experienced in recording vocals.
• Adept to sound design, mixing, and mastering.
• Skilled at in the box processing
• Highly personable, excellent communicator
• Detail-oriented and thorough in work product
• Deliver completed work to satisfied clients
References
Mrs. Kim Wangler: ------------ (University Major Head) Mike Taylor: ------------ (landscaping boss)
Ms. Missy Wilson: ------------ (Ragged Gardens Boss) Mr. Scott Haynes: ------------ (Schaefer Center Boss)
Dr. Ira Abrahms: ------------ (Music Lawyer & Law Professor)