Caleb Andrew Grimes
Medina
Summary
Dynamic Live Sound Technician with proven expertise at different gigs in Jackson, TN, excelling in audio mixing and stage management. Adept at collaborating with teams to enhance event quality and ensure seamless operations. Skilled in technical troubleshooting and effective communication, consistently delivering exceptional sound experiences for diverse performances. Proficient in Ableton.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Live Sound Technician
Madison Academic High School
Jackson
12.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated mixing consoles during rehearsals and shows.
Stage Hand
Caroline Jones/Hub City Brewery
Jackson
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Set up staging equipment for performances and events.
- Operated lighting and sound systems during rehearsals and shows.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure smooth event operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of backstage areas.
- Assisted in loading and unloading equipment for events.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Communicated effectively with performers regarding stage needs.
- Set up and tore down stage sets, lighting, rigging and sound equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks.
- Rigged lights, curtains, scenery and other pieces for shows and events.
Stage Hand
Jackson Symphony Association
Jackson
09.2025 - 09.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of backstage areas.
- Provided support to performers and technicians as needed.
- Set up and dismantled stage equipment for various performances.
Sound Technician
Faith Life Church
Jackson
01.2025 - 09.2025
- I ran sound for Faith Life Church on Sundays and Wednesdays
- Adjusted audio levels to ensure optimal sound quality for diverse events.
- Assisted in mixing audio tracks for recordings and live shows.
- Operated control consoles to regulate volume levels and sound quality.
Stage Crew Member
Lolo Christmas Show
Jackson
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Set up and dismantled stage equipment for various performances.
- Assisted with lighting and sound checks before shows began.
- Managed backstage organization to ensure smooth transitions between acts.
- Collaborated with production teams to fulfill technical requirements efficiently.
- Maintained inventory of stage props and equipment for upcoming events.
- Ensured that all audio and visual components were functional prior to showtime.
- I did 2 shows for them in 2023 and 2024
Fast Food Worker
Panda Express
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Provided excellent customer service while taking orders and answering questions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service during busy shifts.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed throughout the shift.
- Handled cash transactions accurately at the register while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors, washing dishes, utensils, wiping counters and tables, cleaning windows, mirrors, mopping floors.
- Greeted customers and took their orders in a friendly and efficient manner.
- Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
- Served orders to customers at windows, counters and tables.
Stage Hand
The AMP
Jackson
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Set up staging equipment for performances and events.
- Operated lighting and sound systems during rehearsals and shows.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure smooth event operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading equipment for events.
- Communicated effectively with performers regarding stage needs.
- Supported technical team in troubleshooting equipment issues during events.
Sales Associate
OfficeMax
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays and inventory levels.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service experiences.
- Provided product knowledge to educate customers and improve satisfaction.
Gas Station Clerk
Shell
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions accurately.
Delivery Driver
Doordash
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Delivered food orders promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of Memphis At Lambuth Campus
Jackson, TN01.2026
Associate of Science - General Studies
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN 01.2022
High School Diploma -
South Gibson County High School
Medina, TN01.2020
Skills
- Communication
- Internet Research
- Technology
- Inventory Management
- Guitar
- Recording
- PR
- Social Media
- Teaching
- Business
- Organization
- Mixing
- Mastering
- Video Editing
- Video Syncing
- Ableton
- Pro Tools
- Logic Pro
- Da Vinci
- Reaper
- Live sound operation
- Event setup
- Audio mixing
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Stage management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Microphone placement
- Audio signal processing
- Equipment maintenance
- Stage patching
- Load-in and out assistance
- Live sound reinforcement
- Multitrack recording
- Monitor mixing
- Power distribution
- Speaker configuration
- PA system tuning
- Audio system troubleshooting
- Live streaming audio
- Client communication
- Ear monitor systems
- Audio editing
- Cable management
- BIOS configuration
- Thermal management
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Customer consultation
- Hardware compatibility
- System optimization
- Network setup
- Software configuration
- Performance benchmarking
- Sales and marketing
- Project coordination
Accomplishments
- Jazz Band Guitarist, Participated in the South Gibson Jazz Band from Late 2019 to early 2020.
- School Funded Rock Band, Invited to participate in a school-funded rock band class; did live shows but did not finish due to COVID-19.
- Lambuth Achievement 3, Participated in music gig work and ran tech for multiple shows.
- LoLo Christmas Concert, Performed tech work for the LoLo Christmas Concert at the Hub City Brewery for 3 separate shows.
- Graduation Ceremony Performance, Performed 'In My Life' by The Beatles at the University of Memphis Lambuth School graduation.
- Work at The Amp, Assisted with stage building for The Amp during summers for various events.
Timeline
Live Sound Technician
Madison Academic High School
12.2025 - 12.2025
Stage Hand
Caroline Jones/Hub City Brewery
10.2025 - 10.2025
Stage Hand
Jackson Symphony Association
09.2025 - 09.2025
Sound Technician
Faith Life Church
01.2025 - 09.2025
Fast Food Worker
Panda Express
03.2024 - 11.2024
Stage Crew Member
Lolo Christmas Show
12.2023 - 12.2024
Stage Hand
The AMP
05.2023 - 07.2024
Sales Associate
OfficeMax
09.2021 - 11.2023
Gas Station Clerk
Shell
09.2020 - 11.2020
Delivery Driver
Doordash
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of Memphis At Lambuth Campus
Associate of Science - General Studies
Jackson State Community College
High School Diploma -
South Gibson County High School