Michael Spicer Email & Phone Number

Las Vegas, Nv, Us

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

In this role, I produce audio assets (sound design, music, voiceover, dialogue editing) and collaborate with clients on a variety of projects, including podcasts, short films, YouTube video series, and video games. I manage original audio assets, record foley, and edit dialogue. I am well-versed in utilizing relevant audio technology such as FMOD, Wwise, Logic Pro X, and Reaper. Throughout my work as a sound designer, I have honed my ability to execute non-linear music composition techniques, including horizontal resequencing, vertical layering, and building tracks to be looped.Some key achievements in this role include:• Helped ship a mobile game (contributed sound design and all music)• Designed and implemented original sounds and foley for collaboration with a YouTube creator.• Produced original sound assets and music for independent game projects and competitions.• Scored 3 short films• Provided custom music and sounds for a variety of podcaster clients• Produced my own podcast including research, booking guests, hosting, recording, editing, and publishing.View my full portfolio: https://www.spiceraudio.com

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Worked closely with the technical sound designer and composer to provide sound assets to spec.

United States

Main Duties:-Created original music and sound assets remotely from my home studio.-Maintained company's LUFS loudness standards before exporting assets from DAW.-Imported assets into FMOD middleware, build Events, design parameters and functionality.-Implement finished events into Unity project, contributing to C# scripts to test implemented audio.-Utilize Agile method workflow with Trello, moving tasks down audio pipeline.-Work with Github for source controlAdditionally, assisted the Audio Lead with leadership duties within the Audio department, including:-Being the first point of contact for sound design feedback/QA-Scoping sound design assets (giving input on structure and aesthetic, providing references)-Acting as Audio Learning Instructor for DSI's Learning Department

Remote

Responsible for creating graphics for and editing videos to be played during livestreams.

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Private lesson instructor for the School of Music, Division of Jazz and Commercial Music. ● Designed and applied curriculum for Jazz Improvisation and Composition students.● Performed with faculty at faculty concerts and events● Adapted to remote instruction during COVID-19 pandemic, adhering to school policy regarding distance learning● Assisted in the publication of the division’s yearly student-produced jazz album, including securing mechanical licensing for physical product (CDs).

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Performed in a wide range of environments and band sizes. I've played baritone saxophone, tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, clarinet, and flute in these roles. Throughout my time as a musician, I have built collaborative relationships with other musicians and artists.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

I led sectionals and band rehearsals for a middle school in the school district. Additionally, I instructed students in a private lesson setting as needed, and I crafted musical arrangements for the jazz band and the string orchestra.

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

I had the opportunity to direct the beginner-level big band, facilitate the direction of the top two big bands, and book bands for student events as a graduate assistant. Additionally, I organized and managed the jazz chart library and completed administrative tasks for the department. My key achievement in this role:• Co-produced two full-length albums for the University of Nevada, Las Vegas jazz division. Facilitated full production cycle, including chart arrangement, formatting, rehearsals, studio recording, editing, and distribution.• Received 3 Student Downbeat awards for my compositions and arrangements that were recorded on the albums mentioned above.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

I played saxophone (alto, tenor, and baritone) and doubled on flute and clarinet in five and ten-piece ensembles, in various venues on the ship, including dance lounge sets, jazz sets, fly on entertainer shows and large broadway-style production shows.

Master Of Music, Music Theory And Composition

Bachelor Of Arts In Music, Jazz/Jazz Studies