Paradigm 2017-2026
Website: https://paradigm050.com/
Resonsibilities: Lead Audio Systems Engineer — Paradigm 050 (2017–2026)
Designed, specified and deployed audio systems across 12 annual festival productions, ranging from intimate multi-stage events to large-scale deployments spanning up to 15 stages and 50,000+ visitors. Responsible for system design, deployment strategy, technical coordination and management of the audio crew across all stages. Worked extensively with d&b audiotechnik systems ranging from Y/Q Series through GSL.
With the festival site located in the city centre and closely surrounded by residential areas, off-site noise control was a critical design constraint. Utilising d&b NoizCalc for acoustic modelling and system optimisation, I worked to minimise off-site noise impact and maintain compliance with local environmental noise requirements — balancing audience coverage and system performance against neighbourhood noise management to keep sound quality high on-site while limiting spill beyond the festival grounds.
Beyond conventional PA deployment, developed creative and spatial audio concepts, including 360° and in-the-round sound systems, immersive soundscapes and unconventional loudspeaker configurations. Worked closely with stage designers and production teams to integrate audio systems into the visual and architectural design of each stage, treating sound as an integral part of the overall audience experience rather than a standalone technical element.
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Photo credits:
https://www.instagram.com/aileenderuijter
https://www.instagram.com/alwinvanwijngaarden
https://www.instagram.com/nielsknelis/