Ruby Friend
Summary
As an aspiring acoustics engineer with a unique blend of technical expertise and artistic passion, I bring a diverse academic and professional background to the table. With a degree in Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering, combined with extensive experience in Electronic Music Production, DJ-ing, and Sound Engineering, I have developed a deep understanding of both the technical and creative aspects of sound design. My experience ranges from creating models for innovative energy systems in a Rocket Engineering Research Assistant role to hands-on work as a Trainee Sound Engineer and Event Manager. Conscientious, hardworking and excelling at multitasking in fast-paced environments, I am ready to contribute immediately in a dynamic environment, where I can collaborate on both the technical and artistic sides of acoustic engineering, making a positive impact in the community and industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Rock Climbing Instructor
Hangdog Climbing Ltd.
Wellington, New Zealand
08.2023 - 02.2025
- During this part-time role, I was often the sole staff member managing the climbing gym, responsible for the lives and safety of customers
- Tasks included: retail, customer service, managing group schedules for the company, and teaching safety and skills sessions
- This was a very customer-oriented position where I thrived due to my great communication skills and extensive technical knowledge of rock climbing
Rocket Engineering Research Assistant
Robinson Research Institute Space Team
Lower Hutt, New Zealand
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Used Operations Research and Numerical Analysis to successfully model a Superconductor Magnetic Energy Storage system for a rocket with MATLAB and Python
- Researched energy systems for space travel that had never been studied before
- Gave weekly presentations and regular meetings to supervisor, client and team members to showcase research progress and discuss different design directions
Trainee Sound Engineer
Valhalla
Wellington, New Zealand
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Setting up for live bands and their instruments, managing cables, analysing and mixing the live audio on a sound desk, to create a pleasant, balanced and safe audio output
DJ
Warpath Collective
Wellington, New Zealand
06.2024 - Current
- A resident DJ at The Warpath Collective, performing at ticketed music events, and assisting with promotion for events.
Education
Bachelors of Engineering (Hons) in Electronics And Computer Systems - Wave Analysis, Telecommunications, Musical Robots
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Electronic Music Production, Philosophy
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand02.2025
Skills
- Full Drivers Licence
- Systems and Signals
- Wave Analysis
- Telecommunications
- ChucK Code
- Max MSP
- Java
- C
- Python
- Matlab
- Processing Code
- Electronic Circuit Design
- Power Systems
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Sound Production
- Radio-Frequency Systems
- Fourier analysis
Accomplishments
- AINSE WISE Nuclear Science Scholarship, 2019, Awarded a scholarship to attend the Australian Institute of Science and Engineering, Women in STEM Entrepreneurship School in Sydney.
- New Zealand Rock Climbing Team, 2015-2017, After winning 10+ gold medals at national climbing events, I represented New Zealand at two World Championship Climbing Competitions, in Italy and China.
- Founder and President of VUW Rock Climbing Club, 2020-2022, After going on a university exchange to the UK, and being a part of their thriving Climbing Club, I knew that my home university was lacking its own climbing club. So I created a club, doing all of the necessary paperwork, promotion, event planning and management required to create a thriving club.
Hobbies and Interests
- DJ-ing and Sound Production
- Rock Climbing
- Motorbiking
- Animals
- DIY Electronics
- Event Management
References
Available on request.
Timeline
DJ
Warpath Collective
06.2024 - Current
Rock Climbing Instructor
Hangdog Climbing Ltd.
08.2023 - 02.2025
Trainee Sound Engineer
Valhalla
05.2022 - 05.2023
Rocket Engineering Research Assistant
Robinson Research Institute Space Team
11.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelors of Engineering (Hons) in Electronics And Computer Systems - Wave Analysis, Telecommunications, Musical Robots
Victoria University of Wellington
Bachelor of Arts - Electronic Music Production, Philosophy
Victoria University of Wellington