shannon lynch
podcast producer / Audio Engineer
résumé
Professional experience
Lead Podcast Producer & Studio Manager, New America
June 2019-Present
● Edit, mix, and publish limited and ongoing podcast series; recorded over 900 hours of tape.
● Conduct archival research for interviews and scripts to ensure high-quality narrative storytelling.
● Write and edit long-form and short-form scripts while working with fact-checkers.
● Record interviews in-studio and remotely using Adobe Audition, Descript, and Pro Tools.
● Share mixing notes on scoring, sound design, and equalization during post-production.
● Lead a team of studio staff, ensuring quality standards are met and deadlines are adhered to.
● Increase New America’s podcast portfolio by 700% while cutting costs.
● Act as lead podcast producer and audio engineer.
Associate Producer, SiriusXM
September 2016-June 2019
● Operated the soundboard during a 3-hour, daily live news show.
● Booked more than 300 high-profile guests, including dozens of members of Congress.
● Assisted guests in connecting to the show for interviews and commentary.
● Monitored breaking news sources and exercised editorial judgment.
● Produced engaging clips tailored for social media platforms, amplifying the reach of the show.
● Skillfully pitched and edited stories while collaborating with colleagues in the newsroom.
● Reported from events and protests, bringing a firsthand perspective to the audience.
● Effectively managed the pressure of a large audience of 30 million subscribers.
education
Master of Arts in Audio Technology, American University, Washington, DC
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Graduated with a 4.0 GPA.
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Awarded Audio Technology Graduate Student of the Year for two consecutive years.
Bachelor of Arts in Music and Government (Double Major), Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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Accepted into the Government Honors Program; completed graduate-level thesis.
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Graduated with magna cum laude honors.
Skills
Technical: audio recording, editing, mixing, mastering, scoring, sound design, and troubleshooting.
Journalism: script writing, interview preparation, story editing, researching, pitching, and reporting.
Contributions: teamwork, problem-solving, time management, innovation, and a positive mindset.
Programs: Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere, Riverside, Headliner, Descript, and iZotope RX.