In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Engineer, Producer, Mixer Steve Dierkens. In this conversation, Steve shares his journey from as a succesful enginer working in film in California to a professional audio engineer and producer living in Canada. He discusses his early influences, the transition to a professional career, and the lifestyle changes that came with moving to Canada. Steve reflects on the challenges of building a studio, the importance of family, and the reevaluation of his career goals. He emphasizes the need for joy in music production and offers insights into financial perspectives in the audio profession. The conversation also touches on remote collaborations, social media challenges, and the definition of success and happiness in the industry.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Career path shift
Family-driven choices
Moved to Canada
Studio-building challenges
Joy in work
Financial balance
Valued client relationships
Global collaborations
Social media pressure
Redefining success
Steve and Chris Selim's PodcastMatt's Rant: More on Streaming vs Physical Media
Guest: Steve Dierkens
Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
The Voice: Chuck Smith