Willa is an independent FOH, Monitor Engineer, and system tech-based in Austin, TX. She regularly works with Texas Performing Arts, Stage Alliance, and C3 Presents, Bass Concert Hall, Historic Scoot Inn and Emo’s, and for several other clubs in town.

You Can’t Be What You Can’t See
We bring to you the stories of women working in audio, from the Groundbreakers to the Next Generation.

Adriana Viana é uma Front of House freelancer brasileira, engenheira de monitor e diretora técnica. Com sede em São Paulo, trabalhou com muitos artistas brasileiros e misturou vários artistas internacionais.

You Can’t Be What You Can’t See
We bring to you the stories of women working in audio, from the Groundbreakers to the Next Generation.

AI Composition Technology

There’s always a discussion to be had around the role of AI in music composition, and I suspect everyone will have a slightly different opinion on where they stand. Some fear the machines will take over and replace humans, others make the argument that this kind of technology will mean everybody will have to work faster because of

Michelle Sciarrotta is a singer/songwriter, composer, and musician. She is passionate about women’s rights and education for girls.

One Year On!

SoundGirl Alexandra McLeod recaps 2019 sharing her experiences from leaving university to settling into a new career after a few different moves and jobs.

Alexandra is a recent graduate from the University of Exeter. Her main passion throughout university was her role as ‘Head of Station Sound’ for XpressionFM. She has had experience working at BBC Devon, Cornwall and Newcastle as well as PhonicFM (Exeter).

The Buskers Equipment Guide

For many people, busking is a great way to hone your performance skills and try out that new material you’ve been working on. Jen Atham has compiled a list of equipment to get you started.

Jen Athan is a composer and producer based in Glasgow. She has written music for theatre shows and short films and enjoys creating music to accompany a narrative.

The Basics of Sound

Sound is physics, we can all agree on that. But you do not have to be good at math or be a ‘techy person’ to understand the basics of sound. To understand sound, all you need is a bit of common sense. Being able to work out how A is connected to B, that is it!

Olive Olin is a freelance sound engineer and production manager based in London. She holds a BA degree in Music Production.

Info Hoarders

What to do about the people who hoard information? "Refusing to share what they’re doing because they’re afraid of that person taking their job."

Susan Williams is an educator in Winter Park, FL. Susan has spent her career working for various theatres, including the Orlando Repertory Theatre, The Garden Theatre, & the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival.

Self Care
Develop A Routine that Works for You

Self-care is important and we should all find ways to practice this routine. Heather Holm shares some ideas you may be able to work into your day.

Heather Holm, holds a BA in Broadcasting & Digital Media Communication & an MS in Organizational Change Leadership. Heather works in higher education dealing with event logistics and production technology.

Katie Finan shares how she channels her memories to excel at recording sounds; creating emotional ties to the recordings for a better outcome.

Kate Finan began her career as a post-production sound effects editor. Over the next several years, she worked her way up to being a supervising sound editor at Warner Bros. and then left to start her own studio, Boom Box Post.

Interview with Erin Frisby of This Could Go Boom!

I recently spoke with Erin Frisby, one of the founders of Washington, DC-based grassroots non-profit This Could Go Boom! (TCGB!). Erin is a Soundgirls member, engineer, multi-instrumentalist, and member of DC-area bands The OSYX and FuzzQueen.

Kate Haldrup is a Nashville-based freelance recording engineer and drummer. She has been freelancing in Nashville both as an engineer and drummer.

SoundGirls of Mexico Blog

El masaje vibratorio (MV) de los cuencos tibetanos ayuda a activar los centros de memoria, hipocampo, amígdalas, corteza cerebral y escuchar más centros auditivos y corteza frontal, produciendo una fuerte activación emocional.

SoundGirls of Mexico Blog

The Vibrational Massage (MV) of the Tibetan bowls helps to activate the centers of memory, hippocampus, tonsil, cerebral cortex, and listening to more auditory centers and frontal cortex, producing a strong emotional activation.

Transitioning in the Music Industry

Laura Nagtegaal is a transgender woman, fully transitioning in 2017. This is her experience working in the music industry.

Laura is a Backline Tech and has been working in Live Event Production since 1995. She started out doing merchandise and moved into working as a backline tech, stage manager and tour manager. She owns her own company surrealm.net and hails from the Netherlands. She has worked with acts such as Samael, Within Temptation, Porcupine Tree, Amon Amarth, Carcass, Triptykon, Blind Guardian, and Ayreon.

Learn Sound Online Free! (or really cheap)

Trying to stay current is extremely difficult. Thankfully, the internet saves us again. Check out these awesome resources, because in this ever-changing industry, knowledge is power, and power isn’t cheap!

Elisabeth Weidner is a sound designer, composer, and engineer based on California’s Central Coast.

Dear Ripley

Nicole shares a letter written to her baby girl.

Nicole Kirch is a recording engineer and musician. In her short career, she has worked on location sound, post-production, stage crew, and electronics.

Living In and Out of A Big Fat Suitcase

I love travelling, I love going on tour, but I hate packing. You might leave home during a heatwave and not come back until the middle of winter, taking in all sorts of weather in between. How can anyone know what they’ll need through all that?

Beth O’Leary is a freelance live sound engineer and tech-based in Sheffield, England.

So you Think you Want a Career in Live Sound.

It’s good to have an end goal in mind for where you want to be. Equally important is to clarify your motivations so you can be sure that your expectations are aligned with the realities of the job.

Michelle Sabolchick Pettinato has been the sound engineer for some of the most recognizable names in music. Spin Doctors, Elvis Costello, Mr. Big, Melissa Etheridge, Goo Goo Dolls, Styx, and more.

The EQL Directory
Powered by SoundGirls, Made Possible by Spotify

The EQL Directory is a global database of professionals that seeks to amplify the careers and achievements of women working behind the scenes in music and audio. Any person around the world can add their name and claim their space. And, any person looking to hire a more inclusive creative team can find professionals in their area.

Giving Up Wasn’t a Choice – Freelancing in Bollywood

Priyanka SE, Bombay IN: Based in Bombay, India, Priyanka SE is an audio engineer and music producer who’s been working as a freelancer in the Bollywood Industry on versatile mainstream and indie media, audio and music projects for the past five years. She has a distinct taste in Music, irrespective of the genre and language, especially Blues, Jazz, Sufi, Indie, Folk Fusion, and Film Scores. Apart from that, she’s also an avid reader, an amateur writer, and Equal Gender Rights activist.

The Importance of Reference Tracks

Reference tracks are important because often while mixing, your ears can lose perspective. A reference track is helpful to have this happens, you can play the track and compare it to where your mix.

Virginia Haladyna is a musician, songwriter, performer, and freelance recording engineer based out of Austin, Texas.

Tips from the Pros -How to prevent/prepare for live sound failures - Christina Moon, Michelle Sabolchick Pettinato, Kim Watson, Becky Pell, Karrie Keyes, and Brad Madix

As Festival and Touring Season are upon us - Here are tips for staying healthy on the road.

What's in Your Go Bag?

Don’t forget the things that make your job go smoothly. Do you need in ears on this gig? What about headphones? Flash drives are always useful. A snack? An emergency twenty dollar bill?

Elisabeth Weidner is a sound designer, composer, and engineer based on California’s Central Coast. She is currently the Sound Director and Resident Sound Designer/Composer for PCPA, Pacific Conservatory Theatre.

Erika Earl. Jett Galindo, Ali McGuire, Lenise Bent, and Catharine Wood share their advice and careers SoundGirls.
You can view the video on our YouTube Channel - www.youtube.com/channel/UCYP0dnGLCUH7rRgasadHM7A

Editing SoundGirls into Wikipedia

Wikipedia Hackathon to add Women in Audio into Wikipedia. Nicole has provided SoundGirls with a roadmap. It is a great step by step guide.

Nicole Kirch is a North Carolina based recording engineer and musician. In her short career, she has worked on location sound, post-production, stage crew, and electronics.

Career Paths in Film and TV – Highlights

Guide to Supporting Women in Audio

A resource for men and all people interested in social equity in audio. In Collaboration with Yorkshire Sound Women Network, Big Bear Audio, Huddersfield University, and #HeforShe

Report Sexual Harassment or Assualt - JDoe App

Sexual misconduct remains a difficult crisis for women and men. Fear, social blaming, and isolation continue to be key factors that cause victims to remain silent. JDoe is an encrypted and anonymous reporting platform. By linking victims of mutual offenders with lawyers. JDoe is designed with survivors and witnesses in mind. A detailed index of sexual misconduct laws by state is built directly into the app to help guide users through the reporting process. Quickly browse for nearby resources and the latest policies concerning sexual misconduct.