Andy Yau
Audio Engineer - Sound Designer
Perth
Summary
Personal Profile - I am an audio engineering honours graduate and I plan to take my skills and knowledge to pursue my passion to work in sound design for multi-media.
Originally interested in music production, but after completing an audio for cinematic module, led to an obsession into producing audio for multi-media. Sound FXs and foley production is the main focus for my obsession, the creative nature of this process is what captivated me to pursue this profession.
I aspire to apply to the National Film and Television School to attain a masters degree in sound design in the future.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Supervisor
The Jade Palace
12.2021 - Current
- Supervising role in which I was to organize food orders for take-away, collection and deliveries for a family owned business.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Dialogue Recordist - Dundee Gin
Dundee Gin
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Small internet video ad for Dundee Gin – recorded narration dialogue for the advert and executed treatment of the voice.
- The DUNDEE GIN Co. (@dundeegin) • Instagram photos and videos For more information and to view all our products see our website thedundeegin.com | Instagram "Our Story"
Chef and Front of House
Koku Shi Perth
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Chef & Front of House – Initially a member of the kitchen as a chef before being moved into a waiting staff position for a fusion Japanese restaurant when they realized my charismatic potential and would help cook in the kitchen when the restaurant got too busy.
Barista
Café Coco
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Performed cleaning duties and food preparation to professional standard.
Education
BScH Honours Degree - Audio Engineering
UHI Perth
Perth 09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Audio Engineering
Perth UHI
Perth 09.2021 - 05.2023
HNC - Sound Production
Perth UHI
Perth 09.2018 - 06.2019
No Degree -
Perth High School
Perth 04.2009 - 04.2015
Skills
Sound Design Skills:
Knowledge of foley techniques and application – high understanding of how to apply foley creatively
Proficiency in ProTools – ProTools is the DAW that I use most of the time for projects and knowledgeable of the shortcuts and workings to streamline sessions appropriately
Knowledge of microphones and recording techniques – capable understanding of the appropriate use of microphones and recording techniques for sound design projects
Has access to a large sound FXs library in which most of the audio was recorded by myself
Proficiency in working with analogue and digital desks – experienced with both disciplines
Recording additional dialogue replacement – Able to set up comfortable sessions for recording ADR for sound design
Understanding of recording and mixing music – can organize from start to finish any recording session to delivery of musical material
Understanding of musical theory – experienced in composing music within groups or as an Individual
Mixing in surround sound format (51) systems
Other Skills:
Organised several charity concerts throughout high school years
Performed concerts across Scotland as a member of a band, even performing at the iconic King Tuts Wah Wah Hut
Student Representative for Audio Engineering BScH degree year group
Captain of Perth UHI Basketball Team
References
Dave Patterson – Personal academic tutor – Dave.Patterson@uhi.ac.uk
Artur Staszak – Manager Koku Shi - kokushiperth@gmail.com
Kenny Yau – Manager the Jade Palace – 077107550879
Timeline
BScH Honours Degree - Audio Engineering
UHI Perth
09.2023 - Current
Dialogue Recordist - Dundee Gin
Dundee Gin
12.2022 - 01.2023
Supervisor
The Jade Palace
12.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Audio Engineering
Perth UHI
09.2021 - 05.2023
Chef and Front of House
Koku Shi Perth
11.2020 - 12.2021
Barista
Café Coco
10.2019 - 11.2020
HNC - Sound Production
Perth UHI
09.2018 - 06.2019
No Degree -
Perth High School
04.2009 - 04.2015
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