Adam Calaitzis
About Adam Calaitzis
Adam Calaitzis is an audio director, producer, and audio engineer with more than thirty years of full-time experience in the Australian creative industry; his continuous engagement with studio management, operations, and project management brings with it a tremendous depth of knowledge and fluency. Adam honed his teamwork skills in the complex and demanding world of commercial radio. Since the late eighties he has operated one of Melbourne’s finest boutique music studios, Toyland Recording Studio, where he manages a small team. He has remained active as a freelance audio director in broadcast, sports, and entertainment. In addition to being a fine technician, Adam has an articulate and amiable manner that makes him an asset to any team, and his significant long-term client and collaborator loyalty speaks of the respect, care, attention to detail and continuity, and the passion and creativity he brings to every project.Outstanding understanding of audio (digital and analogue mixing), and proficient using Nuendo, Pro Tools and other Digital Audio Editing Software and Hardware. Experienced in post-production and audio operations. Proficient in audio best practice, and production facilities management across control rooms, studios, post-production suites, voice over booths, OB Van and other recording and production scenarios. Highly skilled in on-air audio operations, post-production, correct mixing techniques, sweetening of content, sound design, sound editing, Experience in managing sound designers and editors to ensure correct audio procedures are adhered to, and meeting producer requirements. An excellent industry reputation and a track record of delivering error free audio produced to the highest standards and required specifications. An ability to problem solve and work within a high-pressure environment, achieving outcomes within set timeframes. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and able to work effectively and professionally as part of a team and with internal and external stakeholders.