Jonathan Tozer 35 Fairfield Road Hurst Green, Halesowen West Midlands, B62 9HY United Kingdom e-mail: contactjtozer@gmail.

com http://www.jtozer.blogspot.com Tel: 0121 602 1825 Mobile: 07799444200

Full clean UK driving license Profile I am a hardworking individual with a huge passion for audio design and the application of sound in all areas. I believe myself to be imaginative and creative with a solid understanding of complex theories and concepts. I have a sound understanding of various professional sound creation and editing software programs as well as the knowledge needed in the studio and on location in order to deliver work to the highest of standards. Sound design that has influenced me within the past includes video games such as Unreal, Half-Life and both Final Fantasy VII and VIII. More recent games that continued to influence me are BioShock and Fallout 3. I have also been heavily influenced by sound design within movies; by films such as Alien and 2001: A Space Odyssey. I am knowledgeable in the areas of Acoustics, Psychoacoustics and DSP application. I have conducted extensive research into areas including binaural audio and sound source localisation and consider myself to have a proficient understanding of all subjects either directly or indirectly related to this speciality. Skills Knowledge of both digital and analogue audio systems, microphones and technology in relation to audio design and music production Experience recording, mixing and producing audio and music for moving image using analogue systems as well as digital workstations including Cubase and Pro Tools Strong report writing skills, with ability to organise work to meet deadlines Sound IT skill with knowledge of software including professional audio and video packages as well as traditional office based programs Strong knowledge of the film, video games and music industries Academic Qualifications

BSc Sound Engineering and Production (Hons) Degree, Birmingham City University, September 2007 to June 2010 BTEC Music Technology- Triple Distinction, (equivalent to 3 As at A2 level) Halesowen College, September 2005 to June 2007 Warley High College of Sport GCSE- 9 GCSEs including English, Mathematics and Science

Relevant employment and Work Experience Self-employed A/V Contractor August 11

In the early stages of setting up a business venture offering high quality audio solutions to other businesses whatever their needs Conduct work in the areas of sound design, vocal recording & mixing and video editing for all formats of media Current work includes the recording and editing of screencast tutorial videos to be used in a London university Codemasters QA Technician (Video Games) January 11 August 11

Credited Titles: Bodycount Worked On: Operation Flashpoint: Red River, DiRT 3 and Formula 1 2011 Working in the Internet Test Lab working with multiplayer and online gaming modes including LAN on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC platforms Working within a database and using TRC check sheets to ensure the titles function to the high quality the industry demands Using a database to log, track and update bug reports to aid developers and other team members in order fixing problems Best Buy Part-time Product Specialist March 10 December 10

Work within the media department offering support and guidance for customers who may wish to purchase products of which include; gaming, music and movies as well as home cinema kits, TV and audio systems Extensive product knowledge on the above products and subject areas Warley High School Part-time Music Technician September 06 May 07

Maintained musical equipment; both electronic and acoustic Set up and engineered various school productions IT Skill Sony Soundforge, Sound Vegas, Pro-Tools, Cubase, Logic Pro, Wavelab, Final Cut Pro, Max/MSP, Reason, JIRA, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Outlook and other office based programs. Interests

Playing drums in local rock band in which; we write, record and mix our own material, book and organize gigs and are involved in other promotional aspects Previous member of both Sandwell Rock School and Sandwell Brass BandPercussion Strong passion for film and video games, regularly purchasing and enjoying both I am a regular visitor to the cinema as I enjoy absorbing films in the way they were intended to be viewed