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WCA #530 with Justin Perkins – Mastering, Client Experience, Data Archival & Backup, Automation & Templates and Streamlined Communication
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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Mastering Engineer Justin Perkins who has worked with The Replacements, Rufus Wainwright, En Vogue, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Shania Twain, Jellyfish, Johnny Cash, The All-American Rejects, Rickie Lee Jones, Donna Summer, Busta Rhymes, Jason Mraz, Lucero, Hanson, New Kids on the Block , Sum 41, Asia
Justin Perkins' success as a mastering engineer is not solely based on his audio skills but also on his meticulous approach to business operations. His emphasis on automation, client communication, and data management provides valuable lessons for anyone in the audio industry seeking to optimize their workflow and deliver exceptional service.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- Streamlined Project Intake & Communication
- Automation & Templates
- Client Experience
- Mastering Workflow & Tools
- Data Archival & Backup
Links and Show Notes:
- Justin's Site
- WaveLab: Mastering software.
- iZotope RX: Audio repair and quality control.
- Samply: Lossless audio delivery and approval platform. Use Code WCA20
- OmniFocus: Task management software.
- Backblaze: Cloud backup service.
- NeoFinder: Hard drive cataloging software.
- Thunder Bay 8 and Mini 4 (OWC): External hard drive enclosures.
- Carbon Copy Cloner: Backup software.
Matt's Rant: Piggy Backing off of Victory
Credits:
- Guest: Justin Perkins
- Host/Engineer/Editing/Producer: Matt Boudreau
- WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
- The Voice: Chuck Smith
541 episodes
Manage episode 466049930 series 1281928
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Mastering Engineer Justin Perkins who has worked with The Replacements, Rufus Wainwright, En Vogue, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Shania Twain, Jellyfish, Johnny Cash, The All-American Rejects, Rickie Lee Jones, Donna Summer, Busta Rhymes, Jason Mraz, Lucero, Hanson, New Kids on the Block , Sum 41, Asia
Justin Perkins' success as a mastering engineer is not solely based on his audio skills but also on his meticulous approach to business operations. His emphasis on automation, client communication, and data management provides valuable lessons for anyone in the audio industry seeking to optimize their workflow and deliver exceptional service.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- Streamlined Project Intake & Communication
- Automation & Templates
- Client Experience
- Mastering Workflow & Tools
- Data Archival & Backup
Links and Show Notes:
- Justin's Site
- WaveLab: Mastering software.
- iZotope RX: Audio repair and quality control.
- Samply: Lossless audio delivery and approval platform. Use Code WCA20
- OmniFocus: Task management software.
- Backblaze: Cloud backup service.
- NeoFinder: Hard drive cataloging software.
- Thunder Bay 8 and Mini 4 (OWC): External hard drive enclosures.
- Carbon Copy Cloner: Backup software.
Matt's Rant: Piggy Backing off of Victory
Credits:
- Guest: Justin Perkins
- Host/Engineer/Editing/Producer: Matt Boudreau
- WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
- The Voice: Chuck Smith
541 episodes
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