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WCA #509 with Alberto de Icaza- Mastering, Cash Flow Management, From Mexico to New Jersey, to Texas, Client Relations, and Crashing His Car

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, mastering engineer Alberto de Icaza shares his journey from Mexico City to the U.S., transitioning from playing in metal bands to becoming a mastering engineer. Now based in Austin, Texas, Alberto discusses his path to mastering during the pandemic and the importance of building client relationships organically through word-of-mouth.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

  • AI Tools Usage
  • Mastering Career Shift
  • Industry Challenges
  • Impact Of AI On Work
  • Client Relations
  • Networking Expansion
  • Spanish Market Strategy
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Professional Collaborations
  • Remote Work Preference
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Studio Setup
  • Adapting To New Tech
  • Working With Key Mentors
  • Crashing His Car
  • From Mexico to New Jersey, to Texas


    • Matt's Rant: All The Other Stuff

    Links and Show Notes

    • Alberto's Site
    • Steve Chadie on WCA #245
    • Steve Chadie on WCA #487

      • Credits

      • Guest: Alberto de Icaza
      • Host: Matt Boudreau
      • Engineer: Matt Boudreau
      • Producer: Matt Boudreau
      • Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
      • WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
      • Announcer: Chuck Smith
        • ...more
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