Earl Hoback

Live and studio sound production and engineering

112 South Glenwood Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
Mobile: (407) 694-0011

Audio Samples

• It Just Rains Photocell (5:03)
• How To Ambush Vox Palma (3:54)
• Jazz Watch Me Dissappear (3:17)

Profile

I am a hard working and inspired individual looking to enrich and expand my expertise everyday. Through the use and understanding of the latest technological advancements I create an end result you will not regret.

Skills

• Notable studio session experience with industry standard audio software such as ProTools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reason, and more
• Outstanding apprehension of live sound and public address creation for small, medium, and large format room sizes
• Peerless use of analog and digital console formats
• Exemplary instruction and diction skills
• Valid Passport for International Travel

Experience

Director of Education

Florida Institute of Recording, Sound, and Technology Orlando, FL

2009-Present

As the Director of Education, I am the lead in charge of all instructional staff, curriculum development and implementation, and outside consultation known as the Advisory Board. Additional responsibilities include: staff scheduling, adjunct instruction, gear maintenance, intern guidance, instructor training, and session audio engineering.

Audio/Visual Technician

Show System Integrators, Orlando, FL

2009

Working as an A/V Technician for SSI allowed me to learn several new skills in audio and power systems for several roller coasters. Skills learned from SSI: Custom part fabrication, A/V and power system modification, complicated soldering configurations, and 70v speaker systems.

Live Sound Engineer and Musical Instrument Technician

Blue Man Group Orlando, Orlando, FL

2007-Present

Originally hired as a part time sound engineer to provide additional coverage when full time employees needed relief, but then hired and cross trained into the role of musical instrument technician. Responsibilities include: Running front of house for performances, audio gear maintenance, drum and string tuning, and repairs to musical equipment.

Head Instructor

Florida Institute of Recording, Sound, and Technology, Orlando, FL

2005-2007

Initially hired as an instructor, I quickly gained access to a supervising role as Head Instructor. Acting as the head instructor my duties included: creation and revision of class curriculum, student body probation, instructor scheduling, provide school tours after hours, and build and develop strong rapports with prospective students during open houses.

Mac Specialist

Apple Incorporated, Orlando, FL

2006

Working as a Mac Specialist allowed me to develop strong communication skills by teaching customers about the Apple product line. Skills developed as a Mac Specialist include: expert knowledge of Mac OSX, customer migrations from Mac to PC, honest sales ethics, and developing strong customer rapports.

Technology Sales Associate

Sam Ash, Orlando, FL

2004-2006

Working at Sam Ash was useful in gaining a skill set in sales around a familiar product for me. I was cross trained in Technology and in PA sales departments. Sales associate duties include: Maintain designated area, market product according to strict requirements, handle intense and sometimes bizarre customer needs, maintain a strong rapport with every customer possible, handle and maintain cash drawer, and check status of special customer orders.

Notable Freelance Experience

Live Sound Engineer

Copper Rocket Pub, Maitland, FL

2009-Present

Live sound engineering duties include: set up and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Musical Instrument Technician

Blue Man Group Making Waves Exhibit, Miami, FL

2008

Musical Instrument Technician duties include: set up, tuning and takedown of touring zither, chapman stick, drum set, and drumbone.

Live Sound Engineer

PSAV at Screamfest, Orlando, FL

2006

Live sound engineering duties include: setup and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Live Sound Engineer

Backbooth, Orlando, FL

2004-Present

Live sound engineering duties include: set up and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Live Sound Engineer

Budweiser Stage at Van’s Warped Tour, Orlando, FL

2004

Live sound engineering duties include: set up and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Live Sound Engineer

Slingapour’s, Orlando, FL

2003-2004

Live sound engineering duties include: set up and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Live Sound Engineer

Screamers, Orlando, FL

2004-2005

Live sound engineering duties include: set up and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Stage Crew

The Faint at Social Pavilion, Orlando, FL

2004

Stage Crew duties include: set up and strike down of all gear, sound check national acts according to special needs, cater to artist management’s tastes, standard gear maintenance, etc.

Education

• Full Sail Real World Education, A.S. Recording Arts, 2001
• F.A.P.S.C. ED101 and ED102, Certification, 2006-Present

References

Travis Schmeisser

User Experience Designer for 8020 in New York, NY

904-703-3225

Nick Smith

General Manager of Sam Ash Lee Road in Orlando, FL

407-252-5695

Donney Smith

Admissions Director for the FIRST School in Orlando, FL

321-229-8744