"We all win because they put all of this technology into these in-ears and we get a perfect product now."
Jason Batuyong – Monitor Engineer, America’s Got Talent
Jason brings the rare combination of precision, calm, and musical intuition that only comes from years of running high-stakes stages. As the monitor engineer for America’s Got Talent, Jason is responsible for the mix during the most nerve-wracking moment of a performer’s life — when they step on stage, often for the first time using in-ear monitors. In a live, televised setting where every note counts and there are no second takes, his job is to make sure what they hear in that instant is clear, balanced, and confidence-building.
"If what they hear isn’t right, you can see it in their face — and so can millions of people watching live."
In Can I Get A Little More Me, Jason offers a candid look at how in-ear monitors aren’t just about better sound — they’re about trust. He explains how the layers of technology, design, and refinement behind today’s IEMs mean performers can step onto stage with complete confidence, knowing what they hear will be perfect. His perspective bridges the gap between the gear itself and the human experience of performing under pressure.
Jason’s insights cut through the noise of tech specs and brand hype. He speaks directly to why the work matters — to the people on stage, to the crew behind the curtain, and to anyone who’s ever been part of making live music unforgettable.
You can see and hear for yourself here.
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Jason Batuyong
Jason Batuyong is a monitor engineer specializing in live television and touring productions. He is best known for his work on America’s Got Talent and other high-stakes broadcast events. He creates in-ear monitor mixes under extreme time pressure, often for performers new to in-ear technology. His expertise spans broadcast, studio, and touring environments, combining pro audio precision with the reliability and trust required in live performance. His insights connect professional sound engineering with audience-facing broadcast excellence
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Jason Batuyong, Monitor Engineer for America’s Got Talent, starring cast member in Can I Get A Little More Me
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Jason Batuyong illustrates how in-ear monitors evolved beyond touring and into broadcast television. His role as a monitor engineer on America’s Got Talent highlights the technology’s transition to high-pressure, globally televised environments where failure is not an option. He demonstrates how trust, speed, and precision in sound engineering make in-ear monitors essential for performers who may be using them for the first time in front of millions of viewers. His perspective connects the backstage innovations of touring audio to the mass adoption of in-ear technology in mainstream entertainment.
Jason Batuyong is more than an engineer — he’s a friend, a bridge between worlds, and someone who lives for the moments when technology unlocks human connection. From the chaos of live television to the intimacy of an artist’s first in-ear mix, Jason brings both mastery and heart. He’s here not just to explain the gear, but to remind us what trust and sound can make possible.
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Long-running television talent competition showcasing diverse performers, from singers to magicians, with massive live and broadcast audiences.
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Connected via monitor engineer Jason Batuyong and assistant music director/pianist Scott Simmons, both of whom keep the high-stakes, multi-act production running flawlessly behind the curtain.
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Can I Get a Little More ME
Feature documentary exploring the invention and cultural impact of in-ear monitors, revealing the untold stories of the engineers, artists, and crews who revolutionized live sound.
in-ear monitors, documentary film, live sound, music industry, behind the scenes
Movie Studio
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"When they step out there, that’s the only mix they’re going to get — and it has to feel like home immediately."
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This isn’t a story about gear.
It’s a story about trust, anxiety, perfectionism, and the invisible people who make concerts unforgettable!