Resume

Isabella Quercia

Education

Belmont University: Nashville, TN Aug 2020 - May 2024

  • Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering Technology

  • Summa Cum Laude; Dean’s List All Semesters

  • Audio Engineering Society, Alpha Chi Honors Society

The University of Edinburgh: Edinburgh, UK Sep 2024 - May 2025

  • Master of Science in Sound Design

  • Recipient of Andrew Grant Postgraduate Scholarship

Experience

B&F Machine Company, Inc.

Quality Systems Assistant May 2024 - Aug 2024

  • Liaised with manufacturing suppliers to maintain company quality assurance standards

  • Engineered and organization-wide management system to track all in-house FPI processes

  • Developed new machining protocols to ensure machinist adherence to company quality standards

  • Assisted in redesigning current machine operation master sheets to streamline manufacturing workflow

Belmont University: Nashville, TN

Staff Engineer – Columbia Studio A & The Quonset Hut Aug 2020 - May 2024

  • Ensure the efficient performance of two recording studios

  • Assist students and clients with recording sessions

  • Organize and keep inventory of studio equipment

  • Multitask client needs and everyday studio operations

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Jan 2024 - May 2024

  • Led and supervised Foley and ADR sessions for Belmont University’s course: Foley and ADR In-Depth

  • Acted as the recording engineer for Foley and ADR sessions

  • Managed, set-up, and tore down recording equipment and Foley props

  • Provided students with guidance in audio recording, Foley, ADR, and Pro Tools

Council on Foreign Relations: New York, NY Jun 2023 – Aug 2023

Audio Podcast Intern

  • Edited and mixed dialog, music, and effects for Why It Matters, The World Next Week, and The President’s Inbox

  • Assisted in pitching, producing, and writing podcast episodes under tight deadlines

  • Created audio advertisements and social media “teaser” clips for show promotion

  • Assisted in producing a pilot for an entirely new podcast series

Northfire Recording Studio: Amherst, MA Jun 2023 – Aug 2023

Engineering Intern

  • Ensured the efficient performance of a professional recording studio

  • Assisted staff engineer with recording sessions

  • Set-up and tore down microphones and auxiliary audio equipment required for recording

Skills and Relevant Coursework

Skills

  • Pro Tools, Wwise, iZotope RX, MATLAB, CadnaA, Max/MSP, Acoustics, Audio Editing, Audio Recording, Audio Mastering, Stereo Mixing, Dolby Atmos Mixing, Foley, Voiceover, ADR, Mac and PC OS Proficiency, Effective Multitasking, Project Management, Strong Attention to Detail, Embraces Teamwork, Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Relevant Coursework

  • Physics for Audio Engineering, Electronics and Circuit Theory, Introduction to Physics, Auditory Perception and Hearing Science, Critical Listening, Advanced Sound Design for Picture, Audio Processing Techniques, Video Game Sound Design, Audio Recording II, Audio Crafting, Creative Coding for Sound, Digital Music Marketing, Music Streaming, Copyright Law