Jim Rea A: 319 S. Hampton Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806 E: bluegrasscontact@yahoo.

com
P: 417.343.8951 W: www.jimreamusic.com

Objective:
To pursue a professional career that allows me to utilize my media and technology skills and experience, as well as my knowledge of and passion for
music. I strive to bridge the gap between media and music, and uphold the importance of quality audio and video production.
Education:
Drury University – Springfield, MO
 Master of Education in Instructional Media Technology
 Graduated in Fall 2009
Missouri State University – Springfield, MO
 Bachelor of Science in Electronic Arts with an emphasis in Audio, and a Minor in Music
 Graduated in Spring 2006
Work Experience:
Audio Engineer / Videographer / Editor- Drury University Television
2007 –2009
 Managed the production and post-production of audio and video for DU Uncut, a regionally-broadcast music program with 15 one-hour
episodes aired on PBS throughout Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma
 Participated in all aspects of pre-production, including writing scripts, securing talent, and determining filming locations
 Collaborated with a team of students and faculty on the overall concept of the show throughout the production process
 Executed all responsibilities of exceptional audio engineering, such as proper microphone technique, signal flow, mixing, and digital recording,
then sweetened the audio (including dialogue, sound effects, music, and ambience) in post-production
 Recorded digital video footage using both single and multi-camera setups in a studio, on location, and outdoors
 Managed different lighting scenarios to fit production needs
 Logged, captured, and edited footage in Final Cut Pro (with some experience in Avid)
 Expanded my expertise in media technology, including Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro, mixing consoles/interfaces, video equipment, network
systems, and microphones
 Streamlined mixing and editing processes to meet strict broadcast deadlines
 Constructed the audio suite used in recording and maintained proper file application and hard drive organization
 Finalized projects by authoring digital files for DVD, Web, and other formats
 Maintained the budget for audio projects associated with DU Uncut
Film Composer / Sound Designer
2005 – Present
 Composed original music that portrayed the overall mood of the film
 Designed audio effects in films, including sound effects, ambience, ADR, and foley
 Composed and recorded music for the following films:
 Weiyan Wang's feature film, That Day That Month, which broadcasted in China
 Jaime Bihlmeyer's documentary film, The Gillioz Movie Palace
 Patrick Mureithi's documentary film, Icyizere: Hope, which screened at the Rwanda Film Festival
Music Instructor- Palen Music Center
2004 – Present
 Trained all levels of music students on various instruments, including guitar, bass guitar, and drums
 Developed my proficiency as an instructor through teaching students of all ages and backgrounds
 Evaluated the skill level of each student and adapted lessons accordingly
 Introduced beginning students to the anatomy, history, and varieties of his/her instrument, and the fundamentals of music, including rhythm,
note values, scales, and chords
 Trained intermediate students on key signatures, diatonics of a key, the triad, and 7th chord theory
 Encouraged advanced students to approach exotic scales and chords, inverted chords, voice leading, and improvisation
 Instilled arranging and composition skills in students of all skill levels
 Cultivated a teaching philosophy centered on guiding and encouraging students to use his/her own drive and creativity to direct advancement
as an instrumentalist and musician
Recording Technician / Live Sound Engineer
2003 – Present
 Managed the responsibilities of running live audio for public speakers, conferences, and music performances, including controlling signal flow,
and maintaining the proper mix for front-of house and on-stage consoles
 Evaluated the audio needs of live performances (i.e. equipment, sound levels) to ensure exceptional sound quality
 Collaborated with musicians on the recording of demos and full-length albums by producing, recording, and mixing recordings
 Mastered the audio suite in a recording studio setting