MATTHEW C. TANNER
• Audio Engineer • Operations Manager • Creative & Business Professional
• Audio Engineer • Operations Manager • Creative & Business Professional
Phone: +1 (404)-992-3392
Email: matttanner19@gmail.com
For over 15 years, the through-line of my career has been a deep-seated passion for sound and the drive to create unforgettable experiences. My journey began on stages across North America and Europe as a touring musician, a chapter that taught me not just about performance, but about the discipline, collaboration, and resilience required to succeed in a demanding industry.
Today, I channel that passion into my work as a music producer and audio engineer. From my freelance work with a diverse range of artists in hip-hop, rock, and pop, to collaborating on video projects with companies like Media Monks, I thrive on bringing creative visions to life. My expertise covers the full production lifecycle: composing original scores, sound design, mixing, and mastering for all major streaming platforms. I'm proficient in a wide array of software, including Waves, UAD, and Isotope, allowing me to execute any sound with precision and creativity.
Parallel to my creative work, I have cultivated a strong background in operations and management. As the General Manager of American Haircuts Midtown, I oversee daily operations for a team of 10 barbers serving up to 150 clients a day. This role, along with my decade of experience as a Bar Manager, has honed my skills in staff scheduling, inventory management, client relations, and financial oversight. I enjoy the challenge of ensuring a complex operation runs smoothly and efficiently.
This dual expertise in both the creative and business worlds is my unique strength. I am a self-starter who understands the creative's vision and the manager's bottom line. Whether I'm in the studio perfecting a mix or on the floor managing a team, I am dedicated to excellence and delivering a high-quality result.
Here you will find the following downloadable materials:
•Letters of recommendation.
•Resume and Cover Letter PDF.
•Marketing analytics.
•Clerical/strategic work samples.
Music & Sound Design:
•Music Production and Recording: Guitar and Bass Composition, Drum Programming, Synths/Keys, String Arrangements, Mixing (Music & Podcast), Mastering for Streaming Services.
•Sound Design:
Software:
•Video & Photo: Adobe Photoshop & Premiere Pro
•Audio: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Waves, UAD, iZotope, Soundtoys, Native Instruments, Arcade, Udio, and more.
Management & Business:
•Staff Management, Client Relations, Inventory Control, Vendor Management, Scheduling, Financial Oversight.
•Public Speaking, Customer Engagement, Team Leadership, Self-Starter.
Skills
Education
Heritage High School | Class of 2002
•4.0 GPA
Mixing & Mastering Engineer | Freelance
Self-Employed (2019 - Present)
•Produce, mix, and master tracks for a diverse roster of artists across hip-hop, house, rock, and pop genres.
• Demonstrate versatility in musical execution, from slide guitar to complex string arrangements, utilizing a wide range of software plugins including Waves, UAD, Isotope, and Soundtoys.
Touring Musician | Independent
Self-Employed (2005 - 2020)
• Toured extensively across North America and Europe, performing in a variety of venues and festivals.
• Gained 15 years of professional stage experience, honing skills in performance, collaboration, and adaptability.
Work Experience
Strategic Partnerships & Creative Development Consultant | Contract Position
Seed&Spark & Film Forward (2025 - Present)
(Letter of Rec from Emily Best, CEO of Seed&Spark X Film Forward Linked Here)
•Acted as a strategic consultant for Seed&Spark's new Independent Music Artist initiative, providing expert guidance on platform language, artist outreach, and industry partnerships.
•Facilitated a key collaboration between Seed&Spark, Contraband Agency, and Brandman Network, expanding the platform's reach and resources for independent musicians.
•Served as the primary Point of Contact for the Atlanta Film Festival's Creative Sustainability Summit, managing logistics and ensuring a seamless experience for high-profile panelists.
General Manager of Operations | Salary
American Haircuts Midtown (2023 - Present)
• Manage daily operations for a high-volume barbershop, overseeing a team of 10 barbers and servicing up to 150 clients daily.
• Direct all staff and client scheduling, banking procedures, and retail product management, ensuring seamless workflow and client satisfaction.
Bar Manager & Lead Bartender | Salary
Bone Garden Cantina (2010 - 2020)
• Managed all bar operations, including weekly inventory orders and maintaining a vast collection of spirits.
• Developed and rolled out weekly and seasonal cocktail menus, and acted as the primary buyer of spirits from numerous distributors.
Unscripted Entertainment | Contract Position
.Monks - Formerly Media.Monks (2020 - 2022)
•Successfully managed campaign initiatives and developed creative storyboarding to meet needs of client.
•Worked with company to create a shot-list that met the brand’s vision/needs.
•Worked closely with the Producer and Talent to establish priorities and goals.
•Made powerful and applicable decisions regarding audio, camera, lighting, actions, and post processing.
•Organized, edited, and delivered final sizzle real/edit and joined in on pitch meetings with Producer/Talent.
Music Producer & Audio Engineer | Contract Position
Bébé Vaudou Productions (2020 - Present)
• Collaborate on a wide array of projects, from independent artist music videos to pilot episodes for major corporate clients such as Media Monks.
• Provide comprehensive audio services, including sound design, music mixing, and the production, mixing, and mastering of original scores.
Sound Design
(Animation was not done by us, but all sound design and musical scoring was)
UGC CONTENT PRODUCTION
(Storyboarded, filmed, staged, lit, camera-operated, audio-tracked, sound-designed, and fully produced/edited by me)
This testimonial began as my real patient story with Riordon Clinic. The care I experienced inspired me to join their team — where I now produce and edit patient stories, documentaries, and social content to help expand the clinic’s impact.
It’s a genuine account that also reflects my approach to brand evangelism through authentic storytelling.
Storyboarded, filmed, staged, lit, camera-operated (including remote camera control), audio-tracked, sound-designed, and fully produced/edited by me.
Graphic Design
I create intentional, visually striking design work that bridges storytelling and branding. My approach moves from concept to finished product — including branding assets, product packaging, marketing visuals, e-commerce imagery, and promotional graphics — with an eye for both aesthetic impact and market fit. Every piece is crafted to feel professional, distinctive, and aligned with a client or brand’s identity.
Beyond digital design, I also develop physical products and packaging that have found their way into brick-and-mortar retail and curated subscription boxes. Several of my creations — including branded packaging and product designs for my own lines — have been stocked in physical stores and featured by subscription companies such as Goddess Provisions. This experience gives me insight into creating visuals that translate beautifully from screen to shelf, resonating with both consumers and buyers.
Animation & Motion
Animation is where I merge imagination, design, and story.
Every sequence I create — from series intros to branded explainers — is built to captivate:
I storyboard, animate, design sound, and refine each frame to make complex ideas feel vibrant, clear, and emotionally striking.
Marketing
In partnership with Amber Ragland, former Head of Marketing at Riordon Clinic, I helped conceive and execute the patient testimonial campaign featuring Kelli Ann Rollins.
I storyboarded, filmed, lit, staged, operated cameras, captured audio, sound-designed, and fully edited/produced the video and supporting materials.
This campaign became a centerpiece of Riordon Clinic’s brand storytelling and was honored with a Marketing Award from the Wichita Business Journal and WSU Tech — recognizing the power of authentic patient narratives to connect with audiences and strengthen organizational visibility.
In honor of our win, they asked us to create a 60-second video to premiere at the Wichita Business Journal & WSU Tech Marketing Awards.
After debuting at the Awards, this piece was adopted as a key On-The-Platform (OTP) advertising asset for Reardon Clinic, where it continues to run in paid campaigns and perform strongly as a top-converting ad — extending the impact of the original award-winning patient testimonial campaign.
(Storyboard, filming, lighting, staging, camera operation, audio capturing/mixing, sound-design, editing/production done by me)
MORE OF MY WORK…