Joshua “Trey” Richardson
Trey@metalwardstudio.com - Durham, N.C.
Music Producer | Engineer | DJ Metal-Ward Entertainment, LLC
 

 

Objective
To acquire a career in the Music Production and Entertainment Industry. Creating a new
beginning for music and its hidden talents. My fields of choice are studio or live sound
engineer and/or producer.

 

Experience

PRESIDENT, METAL-WARD ENTERTAINMENT, LLC; DURHAM/GARNER, NC — 2012–PRESENT

I have owned and operated this entertainment company with a partner for around three
years. We specialize in studio and concert production and engineering, as well as mobile
entertainment and DJ. Our goal was to create the areas first “one-stop-shop” location that
is qualified to do anything and everything dealing with entertainment, performances and
music in general. We have worked for a wide variety of clients professional and amateur.

ASSISTANT MANAGER & DJ ENTERTAINER, COMPLETE WE DO; DURHAM, NC — 2009-2012

Formally known as “Complete Music, Photo & Video” this company is the longest running
mobile entertainment company in america. They are known for their white glove service,
and well dressed and trained DJ entertainers. In charge of training new-hired DJs, I was the
companies labeled “Gold DJ” for any event. Thus gaining qualifications to become an
expert at amplification equipment and music and video playing software, as well as
organizing libraries. Complete also trained me to call clients and to also book then plan
the entire event by meeting with a client for a thorough planning process.

 

DEPARTMENT MANAGER, GUITAR CENTER; DURHAM, NC — 2005-2008

 

This being the biggest musician & performer retail store on earth, it was a great learning
experience. My job was to know almost everything about studio and live sound gear. I
know differences in cables, microphones, speakers, amps, rack gear and most software. I
also know how to use it in the production and engineering field. I was top sales rep for my
last two months on the job. I am also A level certified for product knowledge.

 

THEATER TECHNICIAN, EDGEMAR THEATER; SANTA MONICA, CA — 2004-2005

This was the well known Steven Spielberg’s theater in California. Right off of ocean
boulevard, this was a place for any performer or event. From lighting to sound, setbuilding
and designing to stage tech positions, I was the guy in charge. I made sure the
shows operated as planned, and everything worked or performed properly. This is where I
first experienced DMX programming for lighting.

Education
Full Sail University; Winter Park, FL - Bachelor of Music Production, 2015
 

Complete DJ Academy; Durham, NC - Certified Pro Disk Jockey, 2009

 

Sandhills Community College; Pinehurst, NC - Associates in Automotive Systems, 2008

 

Skills
I can utilize almost any piece of audio equipment in a studio or live situation. I am great
with diagnostics and troubleshooting. Signal chains, plug-ins and DAW protocols. I am a
qualified lighting/sound engineer. My music experience comes from a lifetime
of playing and composing a wide variety of songs. Working with other people has become
quite natural to me over the years. with my skills I aim to please my clients while gaining a longtime
reputation with them as industry friends.

Organizing and tech skills are my strong points. Computers and other electronics do not stand in my way.

 

References (AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
You can view some of my best and most recent work on my online audio portfolio at:
http://soundcloud.com/producertreyrichardson.