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Robert Coyle

Pittsburgh

Summary

I have worked as a sound mixer and boom operator for multitude of projects. I recently branched out to producing for a couple of projects as well which I did location scouting and worked to secure the rights to film at North Park in Allegheny county. I also negotiated with local police to secure permission to film a scene that involves a cop pulling someone over on a public road. I volunteered at the 3 Rivers film festival last November as well. I have experience with setting up mics on actors and mic operations in general like lavs or shotgun mics.

Work History

Sound Mixer/Boom Operator

Zar Productions
04.2026 - 04.2026
  • Hired as sound mixer/ boom operator for a few shoots.
  • Used my own equipment which includes a shotgun 416 mic, mixer, recorder, lav mics, boom pole, and blimp.
  • Supported sound checks to ensure optimal performance before recordings.
  • Maintained and organized audio equipment inventory for efficient access.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies and techniques in sound mixing practices.
  • Provided feedback during team reviews to improve overall sound quality standards.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
  • Assisted in setting up audio equipment for various production projects.
  • Learned to operate sound mixing software to enhance audio quality.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Sound Design For Film And Tv

Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2028

Associate of Science - General Studies

CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2023

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Post-production
  • Live sound reinforcement
  • Equalization techniques
  • Sound equipment handling such as lav setup techniques
  • Audio Post-production workflow
  • Foley sound effects
  • Lavalier microphone use
  • Analog gear operation
  • Noise reduction methods
  • Location Scouting
  • Handling meetings with owners of locations
  • Lighting equipment operation
  • Event Management
  • Know how of video editing software like premiere pro and Avid
  • Camera equipment operations such as use of black magic cameras
  • Microphone placement strategies
  • Boom operations
  • Lighting control systems
  • Production scheduling
  • Production operations
  • Production support
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Production workflow
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Sound Mixer/Boom Operator

Zar Productions
04.2026 - 04.2026

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Sound Design For Film And Tv

Point Park University

Associate of Science - General Studies

CCAC
Robert Coyle