Matt McKay's Portfolio

Graphic Production & CNC Operator2023 – Present

Environmental graphic design

Industrial CNC and laser cutting, client work, and large-format installs

Operated industrial CNC (Zünd) and CO2 laser (Kern) machinery, using precision software configuration, parameter tuning, and troubleshooting to maintain production schedules
Collaborated directly with clients on-site to gather requirements and ensure project accuracy
Performed large-format graphic installations, including elevated work at 30+ feet; shipped products nationally and internationally

Freelance Musician & Audio Engineer2016 – Present

Self-employed

Composing and mixing in Logic Pro, live sound, and performing across the Midwest

Composed and mixed original soundtracks in Logic Pro for a YouTube sketch-comedy channel; managed live audio with real-time troubleshooting
Performed with Louisville jazz/funk septet Kiana & the Sun Kings across the Midwest from 2017–2024
Placed 3rd in the Kentucky College Flute Competition; performed across classical, jazz, chamber, and orchestral ensembles

Lab Assistant I2021

Veterinary lab

Automated lab equipment, production tracking, and troubleshooting

Maintained daily production spreadsheets, operated automated lab equipment (UV, sonication, DI water systems), and surpassed 4-month production goals ahead of schedule
Performed systematic troubleshooting to maintain fast-paced production; followed strict SOPs for reagent handling and quality inspection

Lead Inspector2020 – 2021

Barrel cooperage

Led and trained a quality-control inspection team

Led a cross-functional inspection team across multiple stations; trained new inspectors and implemented process improvements with management
Ensured all outbound barrels met detailed quality specifications, consistently exceeding both quality and quantity benchmarks

MATT MCKAY