With over nineteen years of experience, Chicago native Christian Charley, known to the world as DFRNC (pronounced "difference"), is respected and praised for his work as a sound engineer, music producer and performer. His work as a sound engineer has led him to mix multiple albums for various local and national artists. He has also directed sound and film in television. DFRNC’s approach to his production style is heavily influenced by his vast experience and knowledge as a lyricist and performer of Alternative Hip Hop, a music style that focuses on the fusion of multiple genres to enhance positive and meaningful lyrics. DFRNC’s commitment to originality and individuality coincides heavily with the music he creates, informing the creativity and attention to detail that he maintains throughout his other areas of expertise. Experience: Freelance Producer (2018 - Present) • Regularly worked with Artists through both a school and social media network. Arranged music utilizing workstations such as Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Max MSP, and QLab. Studio Engineer (2018 - Present) • Regularly mixed and mastered multiple forms of mainstream and independent music for local and national talent with precise methods and a quick turnaround. Live Sound Engineer (2024 - Present) • Managed and utilized sound boards to mix live shows and performances throughout the Nashville area.

DFRNC

With over nineteen years of experience, Chicago native Christian Charley, known to the world as DFRNC (pronounced "difference"), is respected and praised for his work as a sound engineer, music producer and performer. His work as a sound engineer has led him to mix multiple albums for various local and national artists. He has also directed sound and film in television. DFRNC’s approach to his production style is heavily influenced by his vast experience and knowledge as a lyricist and performer of Alternative Hip Hop, a music style that focuses on the fusion of multiple genres to enhance positive and meaningful lyrics. DFRNC’s commitment to originality and individuality coincides heavily with the music he creates, informing the creativity and attention to detail that he maintains throughout his other areas of expertise. Experience: Freelance Producer (2018 - Present) • Regularly worked with Artists through both a school and social media network. Arranged music utilizing workstations such as Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Max MSP, and QLab. Studio Engineer (2018 - Present) • Regularly mixed and mastered multiple forms of mainstream and independent music for local and national talent with precise methods and a quick turnaround. Live Sound Engineer (2024 - Present) • Managed and utilized sound boards to mix live shows and performances throughout the Nashville area.

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With over nineteen years of experience, Chicago native Christian Charley, known to the world as DFRNC (pronounced “difference”), is respected and praised for his work as a sound engineer, music producer and performer. His work as a sound engineer has led him to mix multiple albums for various local and national artists. He has also directed sound and film in television. DFRNC’s approach to his production style is heavily influenced by his vast experience and knowledge as a lyricist and performer of Alternative Hip Hop, a music style that focuses on the fusion of multiple genres to enhance positive and meaningful lyrics. DFRNC’s commitment to originality and individuality coincides heavily with the music he creates, informing the creativity and attention to detail that he maintains throughout his other areas of expertise.

Experience:

Freelance Producer (2018 - Present)
• Regularly worked with Artists through both a school and social media network. Arranged music utilizing workstations such as Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Max MSP, and QLab.

Studio Engineer (2018 - Present)
• Regularly mixed and mastered multiple forms of mainstream and independent music for local and national talent with precise methods and a quick turnaround.

Live Sound Engineer (2024 - Present)
• Managed and utilized sound boards to mix live shows and performances throughout the Nashville area.

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Skills

Ableton Live
In
Instrumental
Logic Pro
Ma
Master
Mi
Mix
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Experience Level

Ableton Live
Expert
Instrumental
Expert
Logic Pro
Expert
Master
Expert
Mix
Expert
Adobe Premiere Pro
Expert
Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate
Pro Tools
Intermediate
Adobe Audition
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Beginner

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of Michigan
September 3, 2018 - May 6, 2022

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Industry Experience

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