​​​​Chase ​Leeks

Freelance Media Engineer

-T4 Productions LLC 

​2015 - present

 

Produced a series of medical documentaries with a local doctor. I handled all recording, editing, andequipment, responsibilities both audio, and video.

• Created several musical compositions in digital audio workstations such as Pro Tools and Logic Pro X.

• Collaborated on sound design projects for independent video game developers.

• Proficient in use of digital and multimedia recording and sound applications.

• Proven experience in sound editing, designing, mixing, and/or composition.

• Knowledgeable in the area of audio signal processing.

• Handles all aspects of audio production: scheduling, recording, assembling, mixing, and publicationof episodes

• Detail-oriented and calm even in chaotic or stressful situations.

• Edit audio files quickly to remove dropout noise and irregularities

• Work with clients to define goals and present them with optimal solutions.

• Set up and maintain equipment for studio recording sessions.• Set up, and composed video shots.

• Passionate about creative content production, with a strong sense of audio and visual storytelling.

• Overcome challenges, such as faulty equipment and noise leakage, to produce great recordings.

• Used digital mixing desks and editing software to achieve highly technical effects.

• Deliver final audio files to customers to make adjustments as needed.

• Utilize specialized software to mix and edit sounds tracks.

• Established brand and registered as LLC.

• Completed Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering.

• Classes included: Audio (Post) Production, Game Audio Production, Professional Writing, and AdvancedAudio Editing.

Promotions Coordinator

-IHeart Media

​2019 - 2020

 

Collaborates with multiple departments to create and execute promotions such as remotes, events, van hits and other street team activities from start to finish.

• Performs basic office administrative functions and updates station web site.

• Board Operator and Production duties as required.

• Prepares contest rules, waivers, and release forms for on air, digital, social media and other contests.

• Sets up and runs audio and other types of equipment; hangs banners and other staging elements.

• Supervises prize inventory and in-studio prize sheets as well as awarding of prizes at events.

• Coordinates and attends client meetings with sellers and sales managers as needed to plan eventsand event logistics.

• Records events (i.e. photos, videos, audio and social media measures for station promotions).• Responsible for all winner prize fulfillment and release forms.

• Coordinate and oversee on-site appearances, remotes and events.

• Execution of major station events such as concerts, live broadcasts, charity events, and salesappearances.

• Promote client products.

• Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations

 

Sergeant (E-5)

-U.S. Army 

​2009 - 2015

 

• Chosen above my peers to obtain a leadership position.

• Awarded Purple Heart during time in service.

• Completed 2 combat deployments to Afghanistan.

• Able to train and mentor less experienced employees.

• Responsible for delegating appropriate corrective action leading to improved results.

• Responsible for staffing observation and listening posts.

• Employs principles of cover and concealment and camouflage.

• Performed and lead more than 300 dismounted /mounted patrol in combat zone.

• Performed mounted and dismounted navigation.

• Managed team of 16 professionals.

• Prepared ammunition for crew served and personal weapon defense systems.

• Ensured timely reporting of information on terrain and enemy movement.

• Operates and performs operator maintenance on wheeled vehicles.

• Conducted monthly evaluations and tracked progress of team member's physical and mental prowess.

• Served as mentor to junior team members.

• Delivered all reports in a timely manner.

• Responsible of conducting inventory on equipment and supplies of $500,000 and greater.

• Received Army Achievement Medal for outstanding ability to manage and facilitate supplies to aBattalion sized military element.

• Responsible for creating efficient schedules for work and tasks to maximize proficiency.