I am a Miami based audio engineer and music producer. My background and experiences are an eclectic combination of music, audio engineering, and television production. Born in 1987 in Moscow, Russia, I started piano at the age of 5. In Russia, as both a student and professional, I was involved in projects ranging from a live jazz concert with Herbie Hancock to television broadcasts including the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. I chose to further expand my experiences by studying abroad. After being admitted to NYU and Johns Hopkins, I decided on the MTSU three year Master of Recording Arts and Technologies program. I enjoyed studying under the incredibly talented people there and have had opportunity to work with Alexis Gomez (a young talent and semi-finalist of the American Idol show), to work at the 2016 Bonnaroo Festival in Manchester, and to direct a production of the Nashville Symphony Orchestra.  

 

        After graduation in May 2017, I moved to Miami and currently working as A1/A2 freelancer for various venues: South Miami Dade Cultural Center, Miramar Cultural Center, First United Methodist Church in Boca Raton, Fillmore, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. I am also a member of IATSE Local 500 union. I am interested in a variety of audio jobs, especially TV post production, studio recording/mixing, and teaching. I look forward to discussing any potential employment opportunities, so please contact me at any time.

Katia Karkkainen