Description
ISHAAN NIMKAR
Portfolio | contact@ishaannimkar.com| +1(617) 659-2185|105 Angelica Dr, Framingham, MA, 01701
PROFILE
Left and right brain creative thinker, with a deep rooted passion for music and engineering. A keen learner with a pursuit to further his understanding of mixing, recording, mastering technologies and techniques through an applied internship with Aventure Music Group. Inspired by the rapidly-changing landscape of the music industry, sources of new sounds, and multicultural artists who seek to improve their sound. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
SKILLS & CAPABILITIES
Proficient in tracking, editing and sequencing using Pro Tools HD, Logic and Ableton
Proficient in other software tools such as Melodyne, Auto-tune, Vocalign and Izotope RX
Understanding of physics based microphone techniques
Console skills: Rupert Neve 5088, SSL AWS 948, API Vision, SSL Duality, Midas Venice
Comprehensive understanding of multiple compression techniques
Instrument and voice/vocal recording
Able to produce and edit vocals for both music, TV and podcasts
Sound reinforcement, processing, editing, mixing and synthesis
Understanding of principles of sound design
Able to communicate well with artist and manifest their vision while still being creative with the mix
Comprehensive understanding of Music Theory
Fundamental electrical engineering skills
Fundamental C++ and Java coding skills
Intermediate level Mandarin
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SELECTED EXPERIENCE (WORK)
Be Up by Pari, Mixing & Mastering Engineer, 140K streams to date Sept 2018
Mixed in Pro Tools 12
Used EQ and Parallel Compression to make synths more powerful.
Enhanced synths by processing through modelling analogue compressors as well as saturators to add colour
Reduced harsh and resonant frequencies and reduced mud in mids
Applied rhythmic multiband compression as an effect and tool to further encourage listener reaction (e.g head bobbing)
Accounted for mono playback in clubs as well as for stereo headphones/speakers
Searching by Pari, Co-Producer, Mixing & Mastering Engineer, 20K streams to date Jan 2019
Co-produced and mixed in Ableton Live 9
Restructured song
Mixed song in a similar fashion to previous release by artist
Enhanced synths and sound design through Sylenth1, Serum, Massive and Spire
Added upper low frequency harmonics to bass so that it is audible on playback devices such as phone or laptop speakers
Parallel compressed and processed piano to increase presence
Reflections by Joshua Caleb, Mixing Engineer Jan 2019
Produced, recorded, mixed and mastered in Logic Pro X
Aligned vocals with Flex Time
Produced with the use of my music theory knowledge
Envisioned for the song to be an exploratory experience, a song where there are always new things to notice
Synths were run through modeling analog compressors as well as saturators to add colour to the sound
Guitar is the only recorded instrument, Use of Kontakt, manual midi humanisation as well as automation made remaining instruments sound more realistic
Used Parallel, multiband and BPM based compression in various areas throughout mix
Madridos by Snyxen, Producer, Mixing, Recording & Mastering Engineer Dec 2018
Produced, recorded, mixed and mastered in Logic Pro X
Produced with the use of my music theory knowledge
Envisioned for the song to be an exploratory experience, a song where there are always new things to notice
Synths were run through modeling analog compressors as well as saturators to add colour to the sound
Guitar is the only recorded instrument, Use of Kontakt, manual midi humanisation as well as automation made remaining instruments sound more realistic
Use of Binaural 5.1 on small elements for headphone mix (e.g focus on rotating guitar, intro sweep or high-hats)
EXPERIENCE (ACADEMIC)
Enough by drawing Bored, Mixing & Mastering Engineer Sept 2018
Recorded and mixed with Rupert Neve 5088, SSL AWS 948, API Vision, SSL Duality, and Pro Tools 12
Recorded drums, guitar, vocalist and determined microphone selection
Corrected tuning of certain vocal notes using Melodyne
Altered original guitar through the use of DI re-amping
Timed drums with the use of Pro Tools Beat Detective
Distorted drums lightly on parallel bus
Automated pumping compression in bridge
Come At Me by Fadi, Producer, Mixing & Mastering Engineer Mar 2019
Recorded and mixed with Rupert Neve 5088, SSL AWS 948, API Vision, SSL Duality, and Pro Tools 12
Envisioned for the song to be targeted to a pop audience
Guided and aided artist with song composition, song structure and instrument performance timing, specifically to target pop audience
Established microphone selections and positions for drums/percussion, guitar, piano and vocals
Analyzed each take and encouraged the artist to maintain energy
Supervised vocal production along with artist
Timed, tuned, leveled, compiled and edited vocals
Constructed drum rhythm along side drummer
Applied frequency dependent stereo imaging on acoustic guitar
Mastered with analog gear such as Manley EQ
Focused highly on BPM based compression in order to push the listener to bounce their head
Shaped mix volume automation to increase energy of final chorus
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EDUCATION
Full Sail University: B.S Recording Arts Sept 2010- May 2013
Relevant Coursework: Recording Principles, Sequencing Technology, Mixing Techniques, Audio Post Production, Audio File Management and Documentation, Critical Listening, Digital Consoles, Music Producing & Arrangement, Recording Consoles, Session Recording and Vocal Production.
Cheshire Academy: International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Sept 2013- May 2016
Relevant Coursework/ Leadership: A.P Music Theory, Physics, Engineering, Music Composition, Ambassador to School & Admissions
