David Power  

Mobile: 0758 443 9655 

Email: davidsamuelpower@hotmail.co.uk 

 

Professional Profile

I am David Power, a seasoned sound designer and music enthusiast with a rich background in live mixing. My journey in music began in my formative years, influenced by my parents, and has since evolved into a dynamic exploration of sound production, foley, and music creation. 

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I have been granted my higher diploma in the study of Multimedia Sound Production at Riverside Music College, where I've cultivated a comprehensive skill set. Proficient in Ableton Live, I've composed and produced groundbreaking tracks, driven by a desire to break barriers between Dance, Hip Hop, and Grime Music. My ambition is to infuse glitch like sounds, breakbeat jungle, and unique vocals from Southside.

 

My interest in music began at an early age, like most kids, my initial musical influences came from my parents. As the I grew, my musical tastes broadened, and I become interested in live mixing. By the time I reached 15 years old, I was mixing vinyls at house parties, mixing analogue and digital sounds using turntables and CDJs. I founded the allies Southside Acid Movement by 18 years old I secured my first residency in a local establishment. I became the face of a local urban clothing brand, and my SAM (Southside Acid Movement) logo was used on a range of their clothing. 

 

My organisational skills are excellent and essential, when arranging any form of collaborations, its vital to understand their requirements, schedule the resources, adapt to the environment, 

 

My interest in music production brought me to Riverside Music College. The skillset and knowledge that has been offered to me has been immeasurable and includes many things like making music using Ableton, using field recorders to record and manipulate for sound design and foley. I am competent in the use of Ableton Live production software. Ableton Live is designed to be an instrument for live performances as well as a tool for composing, recording, arranging, mixing, mastering and synthesising  and for manipulating sound. I have composed and produced several tracks using this software. My ambition is to break the barrier between Dance, Hip Hop and Grime Music. I intend to put a spin on these genres and create a distinctive sound, partly by using glitchy sounds, breakbeat jungle. The music produced will be ground-breaking with its origins firmly embedded within the heart and soul of Glasgow’s Southside. 

 

My experiences during my time working within the construction industry, is that no matter how large or small the organisation, teamwork is one of the essential qualities required to succeed. Having a flexible and adaptable approach is also a requisite. As an excellent communicator I would liaise with the client, suppliers, and management, ensuring resources and supplies were programmed as needed, the client expectations were being met, and at the same time, ensuring quality standards remained constant. Working under pressure to ensure projects are achieved within a given timeline can be challenging but can also be extremely rewarding. 

 

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent Manual Dexterity

• Proficient in Power and Hand Tools

• In-Depth Knowledge of Health and Safety

• Adaptable Team Player

• Initiative-Driven

Employment History:

• Self Employed Joiner (2022 – Present): Undertaking various joinery projects, including fitted kitchens, flooring, doors, and skirting.

• Maintenance Worker, Arrow Homecare (2020-2021): Repairing and maintaining private properties, acquiring diverse skills from tiling to basic joinery.

• Apprentice, Byrne Home Improvements (2015 – 2019): Contributing to loft conversions and extensions, gaining extensive carpentry experience and using a variety of power tools.

Education and Qualifications:

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Education

2022 - 2024 Riverside Music college

Multimedia Sound Production HND 

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2015 - 2019 Cardonald Glasgow Clyde College

SVQ Level 3: Carpentry and Joinery 

 

2010-2015 Studied at Williamwood High School

Mathematics Intermediate 2 : B

English Intermediate 2 : B

Business Management Intermediate 2 : B

Art and Design Intermediate 2 : A

Biology Intermediate 1 : A

Geography Intermediate 2 : B

Graphic Communication Intermediate 2 : B

Psychical Education Intermediate 2 : B

 

Referees  

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Ian Graham - Retired Police Inspector 01416444786

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• Grant McLennan - Senior Lecturer, Riverside Music College

  • Tel: 0141 644 5571

• Ross Cameron - Lecturer, Riverside Music College

  • Tel: 0141 644 557