Aspiring Audio Engineer & Music Producer

Pia Jensen

Professional Summary

Motivated and creative Audio Engineering & Music Production student with over 1,300 hours of hands-on professional training. Experienced in studio recording, live sound, mixing, post-production, and content creation, with a strong technical skill set and passion for delivering high-quality audio experiences.

Work Experience

Sales Associate & Customer Service at Canadian Tire

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Assisted customers in product selection and resolved inquiries to ensure excellent service. Operated POS systems accurately and managed returns efficiently. Maintained clean and organized store displays, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment. Recognized for reliability and teamwork, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Audio Production Student Engineer at OIART Studio Projects

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Recorded and engineered multi-track music sessions for student showcases. Mixed and mastered audio tracks using Pro Tools and Logic Pro to professional standards. Set up and maintained audio equipment including consoles, microphones, DI boxes, and monitors. Assisted with lighting and live sound support for student performances, ensuring quality audio delivery.

Live Sound Assistant (Volunteer) at Woodstock Music & Arts Festival

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Supported stage audio setup and ran sound checks under lead engineer supervision. Mic’d drums, vocals, and instruments and assisted in front-of-house mixing during live outdoor performances. Monitored audio levels and troubleshot technical issues in real-time to maintain sound quality.

Audio & Content Creator at Self-Directed Projects

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Produced and uploaded original music tracks, mixes, and audio-related video content. Created sound effects and Foley for student film projects. Edited audio for small creators and academic projects, enhancing overall sound quality.

Education

Diploma in Audio Engineering & Music Production

Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology (OIART)

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Skills

Technical Skills

  • Studio Recording & Microphone Techniques
  • Live Sound Mixing (FOH/Monitors)
  • Audio Editing & Post-Production
  • Mixing & Mastering

Soft Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Solving

Certifications

Safe Studio Practices

Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology

WHMIS Certification

Canadian Tire

Score
75/100
Projects
72/100
Profile
78/100
Certifications
70/100
Skills
80/100
Header
80/100
Education
75/100
Work Experience
70/100
Clarify and update education dates to accurately reflect current student status to avoid ATS confusion.
Add measurable achievements or outcomes in work experience and projects to showcase impact and effectiveness.
Include a targeted objective statement to better align career goals with job applications.
Condense or reframe unrelated work experience to highlight transferable skills relevant to audio engineering.
Add more industry-specific certifications or technical proficiencies to boost ATS keyword matching.
Strong technical training with over 1,300 hours including 650+ hands-on studio experience.
Proficiency with key industry-standard audio software tools such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live.
Diverse practical experience including internships, volunteer live sound roles, and freelance audio content creation.
Clear communication and teamwork skills emphasized across work and volunteer experiences.

Projects

72%
Projects are relevant and demonstrate hands-on experience with audio production tasks, reinforcing practical skills mentioned elsewhere.
Descriptions highlight collaboration and technical execution, which appeal to both ATS and recruiters.
Could be improved by quantifying impact or results (e.g., number of listeners, feedback received), and ensuring consistent formatting for dates and descriptions.

Profile

78%
The summary clearly states motivation, training hours, and key experience areas, which aligns well with ATS keyword scanning for audio engineering roles.
Profile highlights provide quantifiable data (e.g., 1,300+ hours) and tool proficiency, which strengthens keyword presence.
Consider adding a concise, targeted objective or career goal statement to clarify candidate aspirations and help ATS match job requirements more precisely.

Certifications

70%
Certifications are relevant and demonstrate safety and procedural knowledge, which complements technical skills.
Including issuing authorities and dates enhances credibility and ATS recognition.
Adding more industry-recognized certifications related to audio engineering software or safety could strengthen this section.

Skills

80%
Skills section is well segmented into hard skills, soft skills, and tools, aiding ATS keyword detection and recruiter scanning.
Hard skills and tools list relevant industry-standard software and techniques, which is essential for audio engineering roles.
Could be enhanced by adding more specific technical skills or certifications related to audio software or live production.

Header

80%
Includes clear name, professional headline, and multiple contact methods (email, phone, LinkedIn, portfolio link), which improves ATS parsing and recruiter outreach.
Consider adding a complete mailing address or at least city and province consistently formatted to enhance location-based searches.
Ensure that phone format is consistent and international format can aid ATS in identifying contact info across regions.

Education

75%
Education section clearly specifies the diploma, field of study, institution, and extensive training hours, supporting the candidate’s technical foundation.
Including coursework topics adds value and keyword density for ATS scanning.
Dates are future-dated (starting Sep 2025), which might confuse ATS if the resume is submitted before that time; clarify current student status if applicable.

Work Experience

70%
Work experience includes relevant internships and volunteer roles in audio engineering, which are critical for this entry-level field.
Descriptions use action verbs and mention specific tools and tasks, but could be improved by adding measurable achievements or outcomes where possible.
The unrelated Sales Associate role is well described but could be condensed or reframed to highlight transferable skills like customer service and teamwork.
Consider using consistent date formatting and avoiding future-dated roles for ATS clarity; e.g., 'Present' for ongoing roles is good.