Services | James Michael House

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Musician

Remote Guitar & Bass Recording Session

Record high-quality electric (or acoustic) guitar and electric bass tracks for your music compositions with top-notch modern and vintage equipment, an experienced audio engineer, and in a professional recording studio session that you have the option to attend virtually. An average session for one instrument track starts at ~$150.

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With over 30 years of experience, guitar has been my primary instrument of mastery. As a diverse player, I effortlessly transition between Heavy Metal, Rock, Blues, Jazz, Funk, Reggae, and various flat-picking styles on both electric and acoustic instruments. My lead guitar skills are highly advanced, showcasing exceptional speed, dexterity, and improvisational prowess. My influences include Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, David Gilmour, Frank Zappa, Steve Vai, Randy Rhoads, Dave Mustaine, Django Reinhardt, B.B. King, Trey Anastasio, and “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott.

Bass guitar follows closely in terms of experience and talent. I often play a six-string bass, and my advanced bassist skills cover techniques like two-finger, pick, slap & pop, and two-hand tapping. Whether anchoring the groove in the background or delivering a jazzy solo, I adapt the bass to suit any musical style. My influences in this realm include Flea, Les Claypool, Victor Wooten, Bootsy Collins, Stanley Clarke, Jaco Pastorius, Steve Harris, and Larry Graham.

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Audio Engineer

Editing, Mixing, Mastering

Edit audio with extreme attention to detail for a variety of purposes including pitch and timing correction, vocal and instrument comping, audio restoration, mix prep and clean-up. ~$60 per track with discounts for bulk sessions. I can also help with your mixing, mastering, and more as an audio engineer. Get your free consultation and quote customized to your specific needs.

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I’m educated and experienced in a wide variety of audio engineering subfields, including live sound, recording (tracking), mixing, mastering, editing, and post-production.

My most in-depth experience revolves around studio production, with recording (tracking) and waveform editing being my two greatest talents. I have a keen eye for microphone placement, understanding acoustic environments, and optimizing signal flow. I thoroughly enjoy the process of capturing music in its rawest and most authentic form.

Drawing from my background as a recording artist who has pieced together albums from separately recorded session players, I excel at waveform editing (using tools like Pro Tools). Whether it’s comping vocals, fixing mistakes, or tightening performances across complex multitrack recordings (such as 10+ track acoustic drum recordings), I’m up for the challenge. I can also help with audio restoration, cleaning up location sound for film/ video production, ADR edits, and other types of audio editing.

In addition, I have experience mixing and mastering full-length albums, singles, and demos across various musical styles. When not doing it all myself, I collaborate closely with award-winning mastering engineers like Bernie Grundman and mix engineers such as Buck Snow to ensure that each release reaches perfection when the project demands the best.

While music production often takes center stage, I’ve also worked with live sound engineering and various areas related to film production. This includes ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement), post-production mixing (as a re-recording mixer), and foley (sound effects).

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Photographer

Photography & Editing

Capture stunning photos through my Digital photography services, perfect for landscapes, real estate, modeling, venues, bands, PR/ marketing purposes. In addition, I offer photo editing for enhanced clarity/ color/ contract, object removal, clean-up/ restoration, whether your photos or mine. Local on-location photo bundle that includes editing select shots starts @ ~$100.

Photography Services

As a photographer, I specialize in capturing the beauty of natural environments through landscape photography. Whether I’m in a bustling city or a serene nature preserve, I seek out the best vantage points, guided by intuition for weather conditions and natural light.

Beyond landscapes, I work with various photography styles:

-Real Estate and Architecture Photography: Showcasing properties, buildings, and landscape with attention to detail.

-Music Photography (Live Performances, Bands/Artists): Capturing musicians in action energizes me.

-Film Set Photography: Documenting behind-the-scenes moments and cinematic atmosphere.

-Wildlife and Animal Photography: Patience and observation yield unique shots.

-Portraits and Headshots: Authentic and compelling portraits.

-Modeling Photography (Pin-up, Glamour, Fashion): I create striking images with models.

-Marketing and Promotional Photography: I collaborate with clients to create compelling images for products, services, and more. Whether it’s glossy magazine ads, eye-catching billboards, or engaging social media content, I bring a fresh vision and professional mindset to each shoot.

Photo Editing: Beyond the camera, I’m skilled in Photoshop—adjustments, touch-ups, restoration, object removal, and more.

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Producer

If you are looking for a producer who can handle many genres and deliver high-quality results, I am the one to consider. I have a wealth of experience as a music producer, working with various styles from Pop, Blues, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Metal, Americana, and more. He can help you with your project from start to finish, whether you need a demo or a polished single, EP, or album. Contact me today for a free consultation and get ready to make some amazing music.

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I started producing music as a teen, over 30 years ago. As my passion grew, I went from a small multi-track home studio to a professional studio I designed and built as a young adult, where immediately started producing demos and full albums alike. Since then, I have worked on production sessions of all types in everything from world famous studios like The Village and Oceanway to humble home studios. Music production is a craft in which I am deeply rooted.

Here’s what defines my approach:

Organizational Skills: I pride myself on keeping things well-organized. Whether it’s managing recording sessions or handling creative input, I ensure a smooth workflow.

Technical Proficiency: As an audio engineer I can both handle many of the duties myself when needed, and offer better oversight of engineers that are hired on to the production.

Connecting with Artists: Building strong connections with recording artists and performers is essential. I thrive on collaboration and understanding their unique visions. As an artist myself, connecting artistically comes with ease.

Musical Versatility: My diverse musical background allows me to comfortably work across various styles, including Rock, Pop, Blues, Jazz, Funk/R&B, Electronic (EDM), and Classical.

Beyond music, I embrace the world of film/ TV, and video production. I can confidently oversee management of your production needs. From pre-production to post-production, I’m prepared to handle all aspects of delegation, budgeting, development, and delivery of your project whether it is an indie film, web/TV series, business promotional/ training video, music video, or some other video need.

Composer

If you are looking for a film and media composer who can create original and captivating music for your project, look no further. I'm a versatile composer and songwriter experienced with various genres and styles, from rock, blues, jazz and acoustic to electronic and ambient. Whether you need a catchy theme song, a dramatic score or a subtle background track, I can deliver it with style and creativity.

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Screenwriter

If you are looking for a screenwriter to bring your vision to life, you have come to the right place. I'm a screenwriter for hire who can craft compelling scripts in various genres, from Sci-fi and Fantasy to Horror and Thrillers. Whether you have a vague idea, a detailed outline, or an existing draft that needs improvement, I can help you turn it into a cinematic masterpiece. I can also adapt any written story as well.

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Imagination and vision fuel my writing. Crafting detailed narratives and building captivating worlds for audiences is my passion. As a dedicated storyteller, I emphasize research and accuracy when developing screenplays.

Here’s what I have to offer:

Genre Versatility: I thrive in various genres, including Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Thrillers, Suspense, Drama, and Action/Adventure. Each genre offers unique challenges and opportunities for creativity.

Original Screenplays: My primary focus is on creating original screenplays for feature films or TV/web series. I love shaping characters, plot twists, and cinematic moments that resonate with viewers.

Adaptations and Original Ideas: Beyond original work, I’m available for commissioned projects. Whether adapting existing material or developing fresh ideas, I bring a fresh creative perspective and strong organizational skills to every endeavor.

Collaboration: I’m equally comfortable working as a standalone writer or as part of a team. Collaboration enhances creativity and ensures a well-rounded final product.

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