Ervis Laholli

116-C Angel Dr. | Waterbury, CT 06708 203.592.5710 | Ervis.Laholli@gmail.com

Profile Hardworking dedicated audio engineer with experience in business management. Strong technical skills with computer software, visual media, and audio technology. Strong and loyal work ethic towards the company. Quick learner of new and traditional professional business practices. Education The Art Institute of Washington, Arlington, VA Bachelor of Arts in Audio Production - Accomplishments: GPA: 3.6, Dean's List, Alpha Sigma Chi Graduation Date: June 2011

Naugatuck Valley Community College, Waterbury, CT Associate of Science in General Studies Graduation Date: June 2008 - Accomplishments: GPA: 3.4, Dean's List, Certificate in Audio Production with focus in Electronic Music Skills Professional: Possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Extensive knowledge of sound engineering concepts and techniques. Active member of the Audio Engineering Society Experience with AWS 900+ and Digidesign C|24 control surfaces. Comprehensive knowledge of setting up audio equipment, amplifiers, soundboards, loudspeakers and microphones In-depth knowledge of studio operations and procedures, file encoding/decoding, multi-track board operation, music and CD production, DVD creation and reproduction. The stages of standard production (pre-production, tracking, overdubbing, mixing, mastering); gain, headroom, noise, and signal metering. Technical: Excellent working knowledge in the setup of audio equipment: 8, 12, and 24-channel soundboards, amplifiers, microphones (Condenser, Ribbon, Dynamic), loudspeakers, EQs, compressors, reverb and delay units. Internet proficient, Pro Tools experience, extensive knowledge of recording studio operations, acoustic design, audio encoding/decoding, multi-track board operation, music production, audio engineering, mixing/mastering, CD production. Complete knowledge and usage of: MACs, Windows, MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Professional experience with ProTools HD|3, Pro Tools 9, Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro 7, DVD Studio Pro, Photoshop. Freelance Experience Organization: The Art Institute of Washington (Studio A, Studio B) Duration: June 2008 June 2011 Designation: Producer, Recording Engineer, Sound Designer Responsible for setting up, testing and adjusting recording equipment for recording sessions and live performances

 Handle the tasks of regulating volume level and sound quality during recording sessions by using control consoles Perform responsibilities of preparing for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones Responsible for mixing and editing voices, music, and taped sound effects for live performances by using Digital Audio Workstations Synchronize and equalize prerecorded dialogue, sound effects and music with visual action of motion pictures and video productions Work Experience Macys | Bloomingdales Logistics & Operations, Cheshire, CT: Duration: November 2011 - Current Positions: Nil Researcher, High-Bay Operator, Coordinator - Certified to operate on stock pickers, walkie riders, reach trucks and scissor lifts - Research and locate orders and deliver to the packing department - Access to CICSPROD and FlTPXA systems for Macys Bloomingdales - Research active and reserve locations for nil invoices - Adjust Active and Reserve locations to updated quantities Macy's Pentagon City, Arlington, VA: Duration: February 2009 October 2011 Positions: Childrens, R.L. Polo Specialist, Fine Jewelry - Sales Consultant - Provide outstanding customer service utilizing MAGIC - Assist in Fine Watches and Fine Jewelry departments - Responsible for guiding and assisting guests to their desired products - Utilizing MyMacy's system technology in order to build clientele - Assist customers throughout the men's department for any request - Maintain sales floor clean for a safe shopping environment Yoshitoshi Music Label, Great Falls, VA: Duration: September 2010 - November 2010 Positions: Label Intern - Filter incoming phone calls and emails - Upkeep, buy, and sell studio equipment as requested by Management - Design promotional web banners utilizing marketing strategies via Photoshop - Transferred and organized recording contracts and legal paperwork from hard copies to digital copies. Dunkin' Donuts, Watertown, CT: Duration: October 2002 - June 2008 Positions: Assistant Manager, District Supervisor - Night shift supervisor responsible of seven franchise locations throughout Connecticut. - Conduct monthly and weekly audits of each location. - Handle customer and employee complaints and concerns. - Scheduled, hired, and evaluated performance of employees. - Using action plans to better operations between employee and customer interactions. - Handle large sums of cash; make bank deposits. - Analyze sales activities, and trends while analyzing operational and management reports