RESUME
Since getting FL Studio 9 years ago, I have been producing and creating music for myself, my friends, family, and clients using my extensive knowledge on music theory and songwriting; Bettering my software, hardware, skills, and knowledge over the years.
I have played piano for 19 years, developing my skills and to this day honing in on my skill. My background and training is a mix of pop, classical, and jazz fundamentals.
Pianist
Producer
Recording / Mixing Engineer
I have spent 9 years recording, editing, mixing, and mastering audio across a wide range of projects. Learning more and more overtime, I focus on clarity, balance, and translating sound effectively across systems, ensuring a professional quality.
Hi, I'm Andrew Bates
Bachelor of Arts in Music — April 2024
University of Cincinnati - College Conservatory of Music, Cincinnati, OH
Senior Capstone — Fully Self-Produced EP (2024)
University of Cincinnati - College Conservatory of Music, Cincinnati, OH
— Wrote, recorded, produced, mixed, and mastered a 4-song EP titled "Extrusion"
— Utilized FL Studio, high-end plugins (FabFilter, iZotope), and virtual instruments to create professional-quality tracks
— Released Extrusion to all major streaming platforms via a professional music distributor
Music Producer & Audio Engineer [2016 — Present]
Freelance Contractor, Cincinnati, Ohio
— Recorded, edited, and mixed various instruments including vocals, guitar, and piano, delivering high-quality, professional-sounding tracks
— Produced music using a wide range of plugins, tools, and techniques, handling everything from tracking to mastering
— Collaborated closely with clients to write and arrange music, making creative decisions to meet artistic goals and ensure satisfaction
— Ensured client satisfaction by utilizing revisions for production, editing, mixing, and mastering
— Skillfully operated audio hardware including studio monitors, audio interfaces, microphones, keyboards and electric drums.
Sub-In Sound Tech [2025 — Present]
Center For Spiritual Living, Cincinnati, Ohio
— Operated analog mixer to ensure audio was balanced, clear, and without errors during live service
— Ensured microphones and audio equipment was functional
— Set-up microphone positioning for instruments and speakers
— Assisted staff with wireless microphone setup
Specialized
General
Technical
Interests
— Music Production
— Music Theory
— Composition
— Audio Mixing
— Audio Mastering
— Audio Engineering
— Piano
— Time Management & Punctuality
— High Computer Literacy
— Problem Solving
— Detail Oriented
— Strong Logical & Analytical Skills
— Concise Communication
— Responsible
— FL Studio 24
— Several Production VST Plugins
— Adobe Premiere Pro
— Adobe After Effects
— Blender 3D
— Microsoft Office Suite
— Windows OS
— Music
— Computer Science
— Cooking
— Pickleball
— Film
— DIY Home Projects
— Bouldering / Rock Climbing
Education
Projects
Experience
Skills
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