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Andy Benoit

Knowledge and Experience

I am an organized and talented sound engineer who graduated with top honors from SAE Institute in 2004. With a deep passion for live sound and music performance, my time at SAE propelled my career in audio technology and production.


After graduation, I advanced into a leadership role as an AudioVisual Manager at Florida International University, where I oversaw technical operations for academic events, live performances, and large-scale productions. This role sharpened my organizational skills, deepened my technical expertise, and gave me the opportunity to manage teams while ensuring consistently high-quality productions.


My career then brought me to a resort with three distinct stages: the bandshell beach theater, the vibrant Jimmy Buffet restaurant, and the tropical intercoastal waterways. As a sound technician in this dynamic environment, I finely tuned my skills in diverse acoustic settings while collaborating with a wide range of talented musicians. I built lasting relationships with artists, tailoring audio setups to their unique needs, and enriched my ability to curate unforgettable auditory experiences for both performers and audiences.


Building upon these experiences, I expanded into the studio as a recording engineer and producer, leading the creative direction of Music Deck Productions. What began as a personal project has grown into a platform that not only captures live performances but also showcases emerging talent. With The Music Deck, I continue to merge technical precision with creative vision, fostering collaboration and delivering music that resonates with audiences.

My Work as a Sound Engineer

Live Show Recordings

Below is link to a portfolio of bands I mixed and recorded live.

This playlist features rock, country, reggae, latin funk, and cover bands I captured directly from a Midas M32 and a Behringer X32. These shows were live performances of some musicians featured on the bandshell beach theatre and in the Jimmy Buffet restaurant. 

My Recordings - Listen Here

Short Video of my time in Paradise

For over 6 years I had the privilege of working as a sound man for a resort in South Florida, surrounded in a tropical setting with three distinct stages: the vibrant restaurant, the picturesque intercoastal waterways, and the infamous beach theater bandshell, where I fine-tuned the acoustics for hundreds of bands spanning from rock and funk to pop, reggae, Latin jazz, country, and blues.  See my stage setups, mic placement, amazing bands, and great vibes all in this short video. >>>>>>

With my experience in audio engineering and production, as well as the wonderful relationships built with many amazing artists over the years, I led the creative vision for a video series captured by my in-home studio setup with Music Deck Productions. 

Check out this playlist featuring many talented artists I had the pleasure to mix and record live as part of an original music series for The Music Deck on YouTube.

Session Series - Listen Here

What People Are Saying

"Andy is the best! We met through Margaritaville & I appreciate everything he has done for the music community here in SFL. Grateful for another opportunity to work together!"


Rebeccas Marie

@Rebeccamariemusic

"We were thrilled to work with Andy at the Hollywood Beach Theatre."


Daniel Camuto

@HowOriginal

30 Hz band promo reel for 5OC

"Wow this is incredible! Thanks so much?"


Frank Matyok

@FrankMatyokMusic


"What a great time last night!!! Loved, Loved, Loved working with Andy!!! Everything was perfect. Quite possibly our best night ever!!! Thanks to you we have advanced to IEM's. Loved the app that allows us to customize our mix."


Dr. Douglas

@CleanSlateBand

"...so excited to hear about your journey and project! I know you’ll be super successful in anything you do, you’re just that kind of person!"


Clari Killoran

@ClarKilloran

"Andy the sound was crisp, clear, and awesome to say the least! Thank you very much for lending your expertise, and we certainly look forward to working together more."


Joel Ortiz

"I have worked with Andy Benoit, in the past and believe he is much better to work with and very well experienced."


Mikey Rodriguez

@MikeysHotSwingLatinBand

"Thank you for adapting on the fly and providing a fun end result to the evening for the clients!"


Shane Roland

Past Margaritaville Ent. Mgr.

The Start of Music Deck Productions

My friends and I built a 16' x 8' deck stage between two palms trees and overlooking a serene lake.  This stage provided the platform for talented musicians to create magical performances.  It started here with some lumber, a lending hand, encouragement, tons of screws, blood/sweat/tears, and a lot of soul - check it out in this time-lapse build video. Then, watch some of these incredible performances @ The Music Deck on YouTube.

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