Hi, my name is Gino Ristoski. I'm a Location Sound Mixer and Boom Operator for TV, Film, and Documentary Productions. I’m based in Las Vegas and willing to travel for shoots. Ultimately, I believe my job as a Sound Mixer and Boom Operator is all about capturing performances. Whether it’s a documentary interview, a live TV show, or actors in a narrative film, it’s all about capturing those moments with the highest audio quality. Sound Mixer & Boom Operator are one of the unsung heroes of the industry.
Professional Objective
Passionate Sound Mixer
Extensive experience with top-tier equipment like Sound Devices MixPre-10 II and Sennheiser MKE 600.
Proven Track Record
Delivered outstanding audio for 8 short films, a live TV show, and 4 documentaries.
Versatile Skills
Proficient in live sound mixing and adapting to dynamic situations.
Work Experience
Tv Shows
- Nike NBA Cup
I focused on capturing clear dialogue, natural sound, and the ambience of the environment for a TV series and live sound field. My job was to ensure everything sounded just right, even in a fast paced, high energy setting, working closely with the team to deliver audio that brought the atmosphere to life for the audience.
Reality Show
- Wealth Street (Amazon Prime)
Trying to capture clean audio for a reality show as both a location sound mixer and a boom operator.
Short Films
- Militia Men – Sound Mixer
- Studios N Robbers – Sound Mixer
- Compulsion – Sound Mixer
- Oasis (NAACP) – Location Sound Mixer & Boom Operator
Documentaries
- My Biggest Teacher – Sound Mixer
- A College Film Professor – Sound Mixer
Live TV Show Event
- Las Vegas Black Music Awards 2023
Sound Mixer
Integrated my mixer with a DJ system to manage live sound mixing, ensuring high-quality audio throughout the broadcast. Adapted to dynamic conditions for a seamless live production.
Event
- WWE WrestleMania & Make-A-Wish 2025
I’ve had the opportunity to work with major organizations like WWE WrestleMania and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, where I was responsible for capturing clean audio and ambient sounds to support powerful and engaging storytelling.
- Sound Mixer – UFC x True Classic (Commercial Shoot) 2025
Recorded production sound for branded commercial content featuring UFC fighters. Responsible for lavalier and boom mic setup, wireless signal management, and ensuring clean dialogue in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
Work Samples
WWE
UFC
VU studios
Documentary
Equipment Expertise
Sound Devices MixPre-10 II
Proficient in operating this advanced audio mixer.
Sennheiser MKE 600
Expert use of this high-quality shotgun microphone.
Wireless Systems
Skilled with Sennheiser EW 112p G3 lavalier system and (2) Deity Theos System
Wireless Timecode Generator Box
Deity TC-1 Wireless Timecode Generator Box
Technical Skills
Audio Equipment Operation
Proficient with Sound Devices MixPre-10 II and various microphones.
Live Sound Mixing
Experienced in managing audio for live TV shows.
Booming
Positioning the boom mic for optimal sound capture without entering the camera frame.
Soft Skills
Collaboration
Strong teamwork skills, working closely with film crews.
Time Management
Deadline-oriented, thriving in fast-paced environments.
Adaptability
Quick to adjust to dynamic situations in live events.
Deal Memo Terms
- Payment Terms: All payments are due within 15 days of invoice date (Net 15) unless explicitly negotiated in writing beforehand. Multi-week projects will be invoiced weekly.
- Late Fees: Invoices unpaid by invoice due date are subject to a 10% late fee compounded monthly until which time invoice and late fees are paid in full. Payments must be issued with processing and mailing time factored in order to avoid late fees.
- Copyrights: In accordance with USC Title 17, any works created by Gino Ristoski on behalf of Production Company / Client are considered “works for hire”. Until invoice for rendered services is paid in full, Gino Ristoski retains the copyrights and authorship to all sound recordings, audio recordings as standalone or part of a larger audiovisual work, digital audio files, and phonorecords fixed to any media or stored on any device including but not limited to hard drives, SD or CF cards, computers, embedded in video files, recorded to cameras or VTR machines, etc. Upon full payment of invoice for services rendered, the copyright ownership automatically transfers to Production Company / Client and are henceforth considered the author in accordance with “works for hire” definitions under USC Title 17.
Contact Information
702-517-3112
gino.ristoski@gmail.com
Gino Ristoski