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Santhosh Sivaraj

Santhosh Sivaraj

Media
Chennai

Summary

Dynamic audio professional with extensive experience at Radio Industry Radio City 91.1 FM & RED FM 93.5, top players in the country excelling in operations management and team leadership. Proven track record in producing high-quality content and optimizing sound quality using Nuendo and Cubase. Adept at problem-solving and fostering collaboration, ensuring successful project execution under tight deadlines Also i hold two years of experience in journalism and In-house news operations in delivering clarity contents on time.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Assistant Manager, Programming

Radio City 91.1 FM
07.2025 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
  • Orchestrated license agreements for music and footage, talent releases, and distribution contracts.
  • Coordinated production schedules and activities for shows in the Radio Network.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Planned video shoots in the studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Presented production ideas, and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
  • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
  • Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels, and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for a variety of clients.
  • Prepared, packed, and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
  • Used Cubase and Nuendo sometimes for FCP to mix and edit tracks.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Provided audio mixing and recording expertise to field and studio-based productions.
  • Executed field and studio audio at the highest level of quality, meeting producer and client expectations.
  • Handled field audio mixing for 50 to 70 productions per week.

Sound Engineer & Producer

Red FM
04.2018 - 06.2025
  • Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for various events.
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
  • Reduced audio issues during live performances by conducting thorough sound checks and addressing potential problems before shows.
  • Maintained a positive working atmosphere throughout long hours in the studio by encouraging open communication amongst team members.
  • Provided on-site support at various venues, coordinating with venue staff to ensure smooth execution of live events from an audio perspective.
  • Transformed video and audio recordings into digital formats for editing and archiving.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail in final deliverables.
  • Delivered clear, intelligible speech recordings for voice-over artists during commercial or promotional projects.

News Producer & PCR TECHNICIAN

POLIMER NEWS PVT LTD
07.2015 - 12.2017
  • Managed news production with organized mindset, presenting cohesive sequences to audiences.
  • Collaborated with reporters, anchors, and other team members to develop cohesive and informative news stories.
  • Managed all aspects of special projects, including coordinating resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Provided support during live events such as elections or severe weather coverage through effective coordination with various departments involved in the broadcast process.
  • Adhered to strict journalistic standards of accuracy, ethics, and fairness in all produced content for broadcasts.
  • Fact-checked breaking news pieces before putting information on air.
  • Mentored junior producers in best practices for news production, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Delivered informative, relevant content by strategically managing stories and coverage.

Education

B.Tech - Electronics And Media Technology

KARUNYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCES
COIMBATORE
04.2001 -

Skills

Operations management

Team leadership

Decision-making

Documentation and reporting

Work Planning and Prioritization

Problem-solving aptitude

Time management abilities

Software

Cubase

Protools

Nuendo

RCS

ZETTA

GSelector

Octopus

Viz content pilot software

Microsoft Office

Vegas Pro

Interests

News and Radio Operations

Timeline

Assistant Manager, Programming

Radio City 91.1 FM
07.2025 - Current

Sound Engineer & Producer

Red FM
04.2018 - 06.2025

News Producer & PCR TECHNICIAN

POLIMER NEWS PVT LTD
07.2015 - 12.2017

B.Tech - Electronics And Media Technology

KARUNYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCES
04.2001 -
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