What are the different roles in a recording studio?

Common job titles in music recording include a sound engineer, mixing engineer, and producer, although duties may overlap depending on the size of the studio. A recording or sound engineer typically operates a soundboard under the supervision of a producer. The responsibilities of an assistant engineer include setting up equipment, adjusting microphones, and providing technical support. Mixing engineers combine tracks into a single recording while mastering engineers transfer a mixed recording track to physical media, preserving as much of the sound as possible. The financial and business responsibilities usually belong to a manager.