Alaya Bakier
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Motivated, Experienced, and Collaborative Audio Technician extremely proficient in field production and live broadcast audio, with 5+ years of experience in live, multi-camera field production. Fully knowledgeable in all aspects of technology operation and maintenance. Leveraging a background in customer service to demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to adapt to new environments quickly. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Bring a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth within both fields.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audio Technician/Stage Crew Member
Rhino Staging, LLC
09.2025 - Current
- Performed set-up operations and monitored audio levels from sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
- Captured and recorded audio using standard field audio equipment.
- Provided audio mixing and recording expertise to field and studio-based productions.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Set up transport & Teardown: assemble and dismantle sets, props, lighting rigs, audio equipment, and staging before and after shows.
- Set up soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines, monitors, and speakers to satisfy production needs for live and taped programming.
- Lighting & Sound Assistance: Run cables, hang lights, set up
- Communication: remain in constant contact with stage microphones and help tech crews and rigging teams.
- Maintenance & Repairs: Perform minor fixes on sets, props, and equipment as needed.
Audio Technician/Stage Crew Member
Crew One Productions
04.2025 - Current
- Performed set-up operations and monitored audio levels from sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
- Captured and recorded audio using standard field audio equipment.
- Provided audio mixing and recording expertise to field and studio-based productions.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and set milestones.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Set up transport & Teardown: assemble and dismantle sets, props, lighting rigs, audio equipment, and staging before and after shows.
- Set up soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines, monitors, and speakers to satisfy production needs for live and taped programming.
- Lighting & Sound Assistance: Run cables, hang lights, set up
- Communication: remain in constant contact with stage microphones and help tech crews and rigging teams.
- Maintenance & Repairs: Perform minor fixes on sets, props, and equipment as needed.
Production Assistant
GWCC
09.2024 - Current
- Worked extra shifts for large events.
- Helped manage inventory for multiple events, ensuring all equipment was available for scheduled times.
- Applied safety protocols to maintain a clean and safe work environment for all employees and customers.
- Stored, loaded, and unloaded equipment with a team of 5-10 promptly to ensure goals were met.
- Demonstrated flexibility as needed due to unexpected circumstances.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
Supervisor
Salata
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Set targets and goals for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Monitored and maintained inventory.
- Prepped menu items while ensuring they met health and safety regulations.
- Operated POS and handled transactions and/ or refunds.
- Delegated crew members to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills, and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep the department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Manager
Regal Cinemas
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, Covid19 protocols, and sales techniques.
- Documented daily logs to record inventory and waste.
- Restocked and organized merchandise.
- Resolved customer complaints and assisted with inquiries and concerns while enhancing loyalty and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated a mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Team Leader
Six Flags Entertainment Corp
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Efficiently resolved guest's complaints and assisted them with any inquiries or concerns while providing friendly customer service
- Provided a fun and safe experience while upholding safety regulations and policies.
- Operated registers and performed transactions and/or refunds.
- Assigned roles and tasks to team as to provide maximum sufficiency.
- Trained new hires while ensuring a smooth transition to maintain company goals.
Education
Associate in applied science - Audio Engineering
SAE Institute
Atlanta, GA07.2026
Skills
- Mixing engineer
- Signal flow troubleshooting
- Live Sound
- Sound Design
- Knowledge of tech equipment (lighting, audio, & rigging)
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Time Management
- Technical Support
- Stock Management
- Safety protocols
- Solder equipment
- System troubleshooting
- Audio post-production
- Microsoft Suite
- Typing
- Staff Training
- Google Workplace
- Active Listening & Critical Thinking
- Account updating
- Call management
- Research
- Key holder experience
Certification
- DANTE 1, 2, & 3 Certifications- 2025
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
HIGHLY MOTIVATED AND HARDWORKING WITH OVER 5 YEARS OF FRONTLINE OPERATIONS AND LIVE PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE. DEDICATED TO PROVIDING RESOLUTION AND SATISFACTION WHILE UPHOLDING COMPANY VALUES. PROFICIENT IN MIXING, STAGING, TEAM LEADING, AND MAINTAINING HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS. ADEPT AT WORKING UNDER PRESSURE IN FAST-PACED ENVIRONMENTS, FOLLOWING STRICT SAFETY PROTOCOLS, AND COLLABORATING CLOSELY WITH STAGE MANAGERS, TECHNICAL CREWS, AND PERFORMERS TO ENSURE SEAMLESS, HIGH-QUALITY PRODUCTIONS. STRONG PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES, ATTENTION TO DETAIL, AND COMMITMENT TO DELIVERING EXCEPTIONAL EVENT EXPERIENCES.
Timeline
Audio Technician/Stage Crew Member
Rhino Staging, LLC
09.2025 - Current
Audio Technician/Stage Crew Member
Crew One Productions
04.2025 - Current
Production Assistant
GWCC
09.2024 - Current
Supervisor
Salata
10.2022 - 09.2024
Manager
Regal Cinemas
11.2021 - 10.2022
Team Leader
Six Flags Entertainment Corp
05.2021 - 11.2021
Associate in applied science - Audio Engineering
SAE Institute