Marcela is a talented and accomplished audio engineer with experience both in the studio and the classroom teaching university-level students the skills of becoming professional audio engineers and music producers. She has worked across music genres recording, editing, mixing, and mastering audio for independent artists. Marcela also has experience in and a passion for creating immersive audio environments using software and speaker configurations that can be utilized in both live rooms and on recordings.

Marcela has taught music production and audio engineering at Algonquin College, Interlochen Centre for the Arts, Berklee College of Music, and the University of Lethbridge. She is passionate about using the latest audio and video technology to create innovative and immersive projects and is constantly expanding her knowledge through academic research.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

• Do you need schooling to get jobs in the music industry?
• Approaching education as an investment
• Work/life balance
• How to strengthen your audio skills
• Why you should experiment within different areas of the audio industry
• The future of audio education
• Embracing AI in music production
• Creating standards for immersive audio

To learn more about Marcela Rada, visit: https://marcelarada.com/

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Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

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Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:

• The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com
• The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

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Piper Payne, a Mastering Engineer based in Nashville, TN, is known for her dedication to audio quality and equality. After moving her mastering studio to Nashville, she ventured into vinyl manufacturing, opening Physical Music Products, which, through Piper's innovations, has set industry-leading turn times and quality benchmarks. As a former National Trustee of the Recording Academy and Co-Chair of the P&E Wing Steering Committee, Piper actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the industry. With a background in music and a focus on technical excellence, she approaches mastering and manufacturing as a blend of feel and precision. Piper shares her expertise in mastering and recording as an esteemed audio professor and frequent guest lecturer. Her impressive discography includes notable artists like Janis Ian, Madame Gandhi, Dolly Parton, The Go-Go's, and more.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

• Working your way into the mastering industry
• Building your client base
• Focusing on your niche
• The power of being accessible
• Starting a vinyl pressing company
• The process of manufacturing vinyl records
• What mastering engineers and artists need to know in order to ensure the highest quality results with vinyl pressing
• Should you mono your bass tracks or not?
• What frequencies are problematic with volume?
• Can you trust the manufacturer to preserve the quality of your masters?
• How much time do you need to factor into your album-release schedule for vinyl manufacturing?

To learn more about Piper Payne, visit: https://www.piperpayne.com/ and https://www.physicalmusicproducts.com/

For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/

Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:

• The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com
• The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

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• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781
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Jermaine Hamilton is a seasoned music engineer-producer who began his career in the early 2000’s. With a rich portfolio that includes projects with iconic bands such as Green Day, U2, and artists like Drake, Ed Sheeran, and Trippie Redd, Jermaine has established himself as a versatile and skilled professional in the music industry. His expertise extends beyond music, having worked on projects for major companies like Disney, the New York Times, NPR, Audible, and the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, his talents have been sought after in the video game industry, showcasing his ability to adapt and excel across various media platforms.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

• Working at Green Day’s studio
• Splitting guitar signals
• Overcoming obstacles throughout his career
• Diversifying your services
• Balancing feast and famine cycles in your business
• Getting into commercial audio
• Finding niche audio services
• Relying on word of mouth
• Maintaining work/life balance
• Knowing when to optimize your processes
• Preventing burnout
• Setting client boundaries
• How to find clients in small niches

To learn more about Jermaine Hamilton, visit: https://jermainehamilton.com/

For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/

Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:

• The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com
• The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

Subscribe to the show:

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

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