Eric Copeland

Mobile 937-798-1936 email rockthishouseaudio@gmail.com

Highlights of qualifications :

Professional in audio capture, editing, mixing, composition, performance.

Over 35 years experience in media creation, development, editing, and live music as well

as event presentation.

Proficient technically in a variety of audio and video environments including live

performance, studio production, and location engineering.

Consistent work record and international experience.

Valid passport, drivers license, clean record.

Audio Skills: Experienced live sound engineer, proficient in the setup and operation of

PA systems and all associated components, including digital and analog mixing consoles

(FOH and monitor), power amplifiers, loudspeakers (mains, fills, subs, monitors and in

ears), proper gain structure, signal path and signal processing (effects, dynamics, EQ,

crossover, etc.), microphones (dynamic, condenser, ribbon; wired and wireless), DI

boxes, snakes, playback devices, and recording devices (standalone and computer-based

DAWs). -Proficient in cable maintenance, proper coiling and storage, and

repair/soldering. -Able to quickly isolate and correct audio problems, such as buzz, hiss,

feedback, and signal loss.

Hardware Knowledge:

Consoles including Yamaha PM1 D to CL series, Solid State Logic 6000 & 9000,

Soundcraft Ghost, Soundcraft Spirit, Midas Venice Series, Allen & Heath GL2200,

Digico SD7 SD8, Behringer X 32, Mackie 32.8, AVID SC 48 and Profile Consoles, and

many more. Signal Processing including dbx DriveRack PA, TC Electronics M-One XL,

M2000 and M350, Lexicon MX & MPX Series, Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176, Symetrix

565E & 501, Dbx 160A & 1066, and numerous other effects, dynamics processors, and

graphic EQs.

Computers - proficient in Windows and Mac platforms, operating recording and playback

software including Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Steinberg WaveLab, Presonus Studio One

Pro , Cubase, Tracktion , Magix Sequoia 12 , Ableton Live and standalone samplers such

as 360 Systems Instant Replay.

Additional Skills :

(Electrical, Visual, Carpentry & Shop): Experienced in hanging and focusing of common

theatrical lighting instruments, follow spot operation, operation of two-scene preset

boards, basic wiring and circuit knowledge, setup and focusing of video projectors, and

video camera operation. Experienced in set construction and stage assembly, including

carpentry, power tools, and painting. Certified Fork Lift op and Aerial lift op.

Touring experience ( FOH, Monitors and or Tour management):

Karsh Kale : East Indian electronica tabla master and AIWA award winner 2002-present

FOH/tour manager.

Sunidhi Chauhan: East Indian Idol Judge, Bollywood actress, AIWA award winner/

Monitor engineer Summer 2016

Unlocking The Truth : Sony Universal rock band , FOH 2015-present

Junior Marvin: former guitarist for Bob Marley 2002-2014 FOH/Tour manager.

Norman Brown : Grammy award winning guitarist FOH/monitors 2006-2007.

Maysa Leak: Grammy Nominated vocalist FOH/tour manager 2002-2006..

Musica Fresca featuring Voltio, Akwid, Yerba Buena, and Radio Mundio for Palm

Pictures records Yahoo music and Bank Of America, tour manager, monitor engineer,

FOH for Akwid 2006

.Work Experience :

Rock This House Audio and Mastering: lead mixer and mastering engineer

Increased client base from US based audio company to clients world wide. Designed and

built mixing platforms and room designs for mixing and mastering in 4 locations for the

company. Increased live mixing clients from 2 to 30..

CPRigging Nashville TN:: A-1,A-2 audio tech, production lead, V-2,short and long lens

camera op/meeting room tech/ Fork Lift op freelance, worked with companies such as

PSAV,Freeman,On Time, Amazon, National Association of Broadcasters etc.

Video Tech Services Nashville TN :: Freelance A-1,A-2 audio tech,V-2, short and long

lens camera op/meeting room tech.

The Historic Lincoln Theater Washington DC : Audio director

Oversaw a complete audio system upgrade to a digital front and back end and found

funding for the upgrade. Wrote an audio training manual for all techs on staff. Increased

audio staff from two to four techs.

9:30 Club Washington DC audio A-2

Mixed monitors and FOH for daily shows, over saw audio changeovers for touring acts.

did audio repairs of cables, sound systems and consoles.

Education:

TESST Electronic School Hyattsville MD Electronic Tech Certification

Awards: Nominated for Washington Area Music Association Live Sound Engineer

Award 5 times

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