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Andrew Bencina is a seasoned audio professional with 25+ years of experience in music production, recording, and editing. He has worked in various roles, including freelance audio engineer, music recordist, and composer. Andrew holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Criminology and Cultural Studies.

Experience

    • Australia
    • Government Administration
    • 400 - 500 Employee
    • Facility Team Supervisor
      • Jul 2022 - Present

      Based at the Karralyka Theatre and Function Centre and servicing Maroondah City Council's Community Venues and Halls.- Shift planning and team management- Training in venue operating procedures and workplace safety- Responsible for event and function setup (facility preparation, catering setup)- Day-to-day configuration of integrated AV system (Crestron).- AV problem solving and setup.

    • Karralyka Centre - Events & Facility Team Member
      • May 2022 - Jul 2022

      Based at the Karralyka Theatre and Function Centre.- Responsible for event and function setup (facility preparation, catering setup)- Day-to-day configuration of integrated AV system (Crestron).- AV problem solving and setup.

  • Park Orchards Recording
    • Park Orchards, Victoria, Australia
    • Freelance Audio Engineer
      • Mar 2016 - Present
      • Park Orchards, Victoria, Australia

      I have worked with Evan and his clients over a number of years, as an Assistant Engineer, Producer and Consultant. Both the facilities and environment have become central to my creative works.

  • NYLaughs, Inc.
    • Greater New York City Area
    • Creative Consultation, Graphic Design & Board Member
      • 2007 - Present
      • Greater New York City Area

      Founding collaborator, engaged in the conception and organisation of NYLaughs.org; a performing arts body committed to the promotion and use of stand-up comedy as a means for community engagement and mutual understanding.- Responsible for the creation and design of all graphic identities and bran...

  • Winter Hill Music
    • North Ringwood, Victoria. Australia.
    • Music Recordist & Creative Producer
      • 2003 - Present
      • North Ringwood, Victoria. Australia.

      - Music Recording and Production services- Audio Technology Consultancy- Live Performance Onstage Systems Design- Graphic Design Serviceshttps://soundcloud.com/winterhillcloud/sets/winter-hill-productions/s-gH776

    • Editorial Services, Content Contribution & Audio Software Testing
      • Aug 1998 - Present

      - Editorial, proof-reading and content contributor for AudioMulch.com. - Workflow optimisation and testing of the AudioMulch Interactive Music Studio software platform.- Audio recording, testing and documentation for AudioMulch example files.- Composition & editing of 'Help' documenta...

    • Freelance writer, Proof-reading
      • 2007 - 2020

      AudioTechnology Magazine; regular contributor. Duties include development and writing of feature articles, product reviews and proof-reading.See Publications portfolio below.

    • Pre-service teacher
      • Nov 2015 - Nov 2015
      • Leongatha, VIC

      Practicum placement as part of the Monash University Rural Professional Experience (RPE) pilot program. Teaching across three 5-6 classrooms.

  • Ivanhoe Grammar School
    • Ridgeway Campus, Ivanhoe, VIC.
    • Pre-service teacher
      • Apr 2015 - May 2015
      • Ridgeway Campus, Ivanhoe, VIC.

      Practicum placement as a component of a Masters of Teaching (Monash University). Working within the Humanities faculty, teaching primarily within Year 8 and Year 10 History classrooms.

  • Warlayirti Artists Arts Centre
    • Balgo, W.A. , Melbourne, VIC.
    • Ngayukutju Ngurra - Music Recordist, Producer, Mix balance engineer
      • Oct 2011 - Mar 2013
      • Balgo, W.A. , Melbourne, VIC.

      - Music production and recording on location Wirrimanu community, Balgo W.A.- Additional recording, production & mixing, Melbourne, VIC.

  • ShabTech Studio
    • Elsternwick, VIC.
    • Assistant Engineer, Music Production & Programming.
      • Oct 2000 - Jun 2003
      • Elsternwick, VIC.

      - Part-time employment as assistant audio recordist- Contracted to provide rhythm sequences, compositions and production concepts to augment existing projects in a range of musical styles.

    • Columnist/Assistant Art Director
      • Oct 2001 - May 2002

      Casual employment as a popular culture and music columnist for an independent street magazine. Job also involves providing design support to the Art Director.

    • Composer/Sound Design
      • Mar 2001 - Apr 2001

      Composed music and incidental soundscapes for Lawless Productions short film “Classified”.

    • Practice Manager/Caretaker
      • Jan 1998 - Jun 2000

      The Warrandyte Rd Specialist Medical Centre contains a number of independent tenants practicing in a range of specialties including: Podiatry, Paediatric Nephrology, Psychology, Obstetric Physiotherapy, Rheumatology, Urology, Occupational Therapy, & Drug and Alcohol Counselling. Duties included: the general maintenance of the Centre, regular communication with tenants with regard to their requests and complaints, the development of uniform standards of operation across the practice, on the spot problem solving (due to either equipment/service failure or tenant dissatisfaction).(PART TIME)

    • Receptionist/Office Administration
      • Dec 1993 - Jun 2000

      The Warrandyte Rd Specialist Medical Centre contains a number of independent tenants practicing in a range of specialties including: Podiatry, Paediatric Nephrology, Psychology, Obstetric Physiotherapy, Rheumatology, Urology, Occupational Therapy, & Drug and Alcohol Counselling.In addition to filing, telephony, and basic accounting it was necessary to develop advanced skills in people management. Significant variations in clientele made varying approaches to communication imperative; particularly when negotiating matters of great sensitivity with very different individuals concurrently (eg. seniors, drug and alcohol outpatients, and children).(CASUAL)

  • Privately Employed
    • Eastern Suburbs, VIC.
    • Secondary School Tutor (VCE English & Literature)
      • Jan 1996 - Nov 1998
      • Eastern Suburbs, VIC.

      Education in written communication for students in their final years of secondary school. Provided both general and task specific tutelage relating to performance in both exams and assignments. Sessions revolved around skills training, concept development, and assessment/drafting of progressing w...

    • Direct Sales and Installation
      • Apr 1997 - Sep 1997
      • StKilda Rd, Melbourne, VIC.

      HotKey Internet Services was an ISP based in the CBD with suburban franchises spread throughout metropolitan Melbourne. In addition HotKey developed and distributed of its own web site creation software, Hotspace. Duties included: the composition of company literature, direct sales and service ca...

  • Privately Employed
    • Fairfield, VIC.
    • Nanny/Holiday Childcare
      • Nov 1994 - Feb 1995
      • Fairfield, VIC.

      Daytime child minding and activity planning for children aged between 3 and 7. Involved both home based activities and group excursions.(FULL TIME)

Education

  • 2015 - 2016
    Monash University
  • 1994 - 1997
    University of Melbourne
  • 1981 - 1993
    Yarra Valley Grammar School

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