Wesley Muthee - Case Study 

“I have learnt so much and have had so many opportunities - the highlight has been playing on the main stage at Lovebox 2015.”

Skills Learnt

  • Fluent in using Logic Pro X to create original compositions and remixes, utilizing a range of audio and MIDI editing skills to create professional results.

  • Recorded and mixed using Pro Tools 11 HD, using Avid’s plugin suite to create balanced mixes.

  • Operated a range of studio equipment, analogue and digital desks, including an Allen & Heath GSR24 and AVID Control 24.

  • Created the soundtrack for a movie trailer, applying a range of post-production techniques, including Foley, ADR and Sound Design.

  • Written a portfolio of 4 original songs, as well as designing radio jingles for RINSE FM.

  • Devised and ran a Social Media Marketing Campaign for the release of upcoming artist Jake Elliot debut single.  

  • Event managed a trainee run event at The Garage, taking charge of venue booking, budgeting and, marketing and promotion.

  • (Units: Marketing, Songwriting, Sequencing, Production, Aural, Theory, Industry, Society, Performance, Ensemble, Workshop, Moving Image, Events, MMP, Freelance, Keyboard, Solo).

  • Drum tech at LoveBox 2015 and The Borderline, Tottenham Court Road.

  • Developed his primary and secondary research skills in a news report on crime in the local area in English.

  • Wrote an impressive portfolio of music journalism including artist profiles and promotional material in English

    

Knowledge of the Industry

  • Gained two weeks work experience at Urban Development, assisting in the growth of urban music in the UK.

  • Took part in 37 eye-opening Industry Masterclasses from experienced professionals from Universal Music, Virgin EMI, MAMA, AEI and MTA. Furthered and consolidated understanding and knowledge studying the Sound and Music Industry unit.

  • Events visits to Southbank Centre London and The Royal Albert Hall.

  • Social Media team at LoveBox 2014, in charge of capturing the festival experience.

  • Featured as a dancer in the ELAM video release of ‘E45’ by DemManDer.

 

Being a Musician

  • Opened at the renowned LoveBox 2015 festival on the main stage, performing in the band for The Vessels.

  • Performed in a range of bands and ensembles at a number of London venues including: 229 Club - Great Portland Street; Barfly - Camden; The Jazz Cafe - Camden.

  • Over 24 weeks of professional drum tuition by a top industry professional.

  • Took part in a drum masterclass with pioneering drummer Andy Gangadeen, Chase & Status.

  • Performed as a session drummer for upcoming artist Nellie Bell.

  • Performed in the rhythm section of a function band for the Mayor’s Gold Awards at City Hall.

 

Qualifications Gained

  • Achieved a Pass in his BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Creative Media.

  • Achieved a MMM in his BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music