Tongwenyan Wu

I am writing to express my sincere interest in the Theatre, Performance & Music Technician position at Northumbria University, as advertised. With a solid background in sound engineering and design, and a proven track record in theatre and musical productions, I am eager to contribute my skills and expertise to your dynamic technical team.

Professional Background: I hold a degree from the University of Edinburgh, specializing in Sound Engineering and Design. My diverse experiences encompass theatre, animation film sound design, and music, making me well-versed in the intricacies of audio production.

Sound Engineering Expertise: With four years of experience as a Sound Engineer for 5-star musical tours and mid-scale productions in both China and Scotland, I have utilized various mixing consoles, including Yamaha, Digico, and Allen & Heath. I have a hands-on understanding of live sound operations, demonstrated during the "Fudeli" China tour in 2021, where I served as a Sound Operator. My responsibilities included QLab operations and system setup for venues seating 700 to 1800. As an Audio Distribution team member at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, I managed 48 radio mics and 60 IEM packs nightly for over 8800 audience members. This experience not only enhanced my technical skills but also sharpened my ability to work efficiently under pressure and collaborate seamlessly within a production team.

Key Strengths:

• Proven ability to work under pressure and collaborate effectively within production teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering productive working relationships.
• Organizational and time management proficiency honed through extensive experience in sound design.

Adaptability and Learning Agility: I am adaptable, quick to learn show intricacies, manage understudies and swings, make real-time adjustments, and excel in diverse production phases.

5 years theatre experience. 6 years sound design experience

BA Recording Arts in Communication University of China 2017-2021

MSc Sound Design in University of Edinburgh 2021-2022