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Jumping from rock guitar player to music studio recording engineer / producer is a jump. Going from Music recording engineer to broadcast A1 and onto CBS network A1 is a HUGE LEAP.
Dave Ryan has accomplished all those things. In this episode he shares how it all happened and what he had to learn along the way.
Key Takeaways:
- Dave Ryan’s role as an A1 at CBS Mornings involves owning the full audio picture—managing music cuts, remote guests, and troubleshooting special issues like delays from remote setups.
- His shift from musician to TV audio engineer was driven by a strong focus on sound quality and a desire to keep learning new, industry-relevant skills.
- Mentorship mattered: Dave credits Rob Freeman with teaching him important lessons from the recording studio that carried into his later work.
- His career path wasn’t linear—touring with a band and working at Bloomberg TV were stepping stones that helped him build experience before landing at CBS.
- Networking and adaptability to different workplace cultures come up as key factors behind his professional growth and opportunities.
- Joe highlights Dave’s noticeable growth, especially his ability to clearly explain technical audio concepts, reflecting Dave’s continuous learning mindset.
