Evan Reinstein: Remote Audio Engineering

Imagine constructing million dollar studio equipment from your kitchen table.  Audio engineer / A1 Evan Reinstein joins Joe to share his tech knowledge, career growth, music vs TV engineering & more.

Key Takeaways:

  • The TV industry rapidly shifted to remote production during the 2020 pandemic, including building “remote control room” workflows using tech influenced by the gaming industry.
  • A major challenge was simplifying traditionally complex, in-person production setups so they could function reliably with remote teams and new tools.
  • Evan contrasts music engineering vs. television: music tends to allow more creative freedom, while TV production is more structured and process-driven.
  • Strong critical listening skills matter in both fields, but TV adds extra complexity with multiple gain stages plus video signal/components to manage.
  • Career growth comes from staying actively involved: making sacrifices to gain real experience, continuously learning new programs/technologies, and being honest about what you don’t know.
  • Community and networking are essential—building relationships and collaborating with others can open doors and accelerate progress in the industry.