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Sajo N.

Nairobi, Kenya

$80/hr
4.2
2 jobs

Most audio engineers will clean up your sound. I try to find what's alive in it and bring that forward — whether that's a podcast conversation, a rock mix, or a vocal that just isn't sitting right yet. I work across post-production mixing and mastering, podcast editing, and audio restoration. Musically, I'm at home in rock, hip-hop, Mokossa, soul, jazz, and reggae. I also carry live sound experience from medium-scale events and worship productions, which means I think about how audio actually lands on an audience — not just how it looks on a meter. That combination of studio precision and live instinct is what I bring to every project. Let's make your audio sound the way it should.

  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Podcast Editing
  • Reaper
  • Audio Restoration
  • Normalization
Ivan P.

Kyiv, Ukraine

$23/hr
4.9
72 jobs

Sound designer with 5+ years in the industry. Full-cycle audio production: SFX, mixing, mastering. Worked on films, podcasts, gaming, music SFX, and international projects.

  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Effects
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Audio Recording
  • Music Production
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Sound Design
  • Audio Engine
  • Music Theory
  • Audio & Music Software
  • System Programming
Luis Rodrigo K.

La Paz, Bolivia

$18/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I help podcasters, video creators, artists, and creative professionals turn noisy, damaged, or AI-generated audio into CLEAN, CLEAR, Professional-sounding tracks ready for release. I can provide a short sample first, so you can hear what is realistically possible before we start the full project. I work with dialogue cleanup, background noise removal, echo/reverb reduction, podcast repair, AI audio cleanup, vocal enhancement, mixing, mastering, and audio restoration. Beyond audio, I can also help artists and creatives improve how they present and promote their work online through creative direction, content ideas, release or project planning, artist branding, and practical marketing guidance.

  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • Audio Restoration
  • Noise Reduction
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Podcast Editing
  • Vocal Tuning
  • Music Production
  • iZotope RX
  • Ableton Live
  • Sound Design
  • AI Audio Generation
Volodymyr D.

Odesa, Ukraine

$25/hr
4.9
28 jobs

𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙩, 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙. But how do you create a truly immersive audio experience without getting lost in the technical details? You're an expert in your field — a coach, a storyteller, a wellness guide. You shouldn't have to become an audio engineer too. I'm Volodymyr (a.k.a. Roovie) — your creative partner and technical guide. My goal is to make the process of creating world-class audio feel simple, collaborative, and inspiring for you. 🛠️ Services I offer: • Podcast Editing (removing filler words, background noise, leveling) • Music Production (Pop, Hip-Hop, EDM, Lo-Fi, Meditative) • Mixing & Mastering Music for digital release • Audio Restoration & Cleanup (dialogue, interviews, live recordings) • Sound Design & SFX for animations, games, or narrative content • Ambient & Foley layers to enhance storytelling • Music Transcription (precise & notation-ready) 📦 What you can expect: • Broadcast-quality audio (WAV, MP3, 48kHz, 24bit — or tailored to your specs) • Adaptation to various workflows • Focus on precision and high standards • Ability to deliver professional results within deadlines • Flexibility with formats and requirements 🎛️ Tools I use: Ableton Live | Reaper | iZotope RX | Sibelius | Guitar Pro | FabFilter | Descript I'm always looking to collaborate with people who care about sound as much as I do — or just want it done right without the hassle. If that sounds like you, let’s chat and turn your ideas into reality! 🎶

  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Audio Production
  • Sound Design
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Music Composition
  • Music Production
  • Ambient Sound Design
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Meditation Music
  • Descript
  • Ambient Music
  • iZotope RX
Oleh F.

Mississauga, Canada

$35/hr
5.0
49 jobs

Don’t let poor audio quality hurt your brand’s authority. I help creators and brands turn raw audio into clean, immersive, studio-level sound - especially for podcasts, meditations, and long-form content. Over the past 5 years, I’ve worked on everything from music production to dialogue-focused audio, ensuring clarity, consistency, and listener retention. I handle the technical side so you can focus on your message, while your audio sounds professional across all platforms. Services: - Mixing & mastering (Hip-Hop, Pop, Rock, EDM, Indie, Live) - Podcast audio post-production - Audiobook mastering (ACX standards) - Audio restoration (noise, distortion, low-quality recordings) What you’ll get: - FREE 1-minute audio demo before you commit - Fast turnaround & consistent results - Clear communication - Platform-ready sound (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube) How to start: Send 60 seconds of raw audio and I’ll return a free demo + quick feedback on how to improve your recording.

  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Noise Reduction
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Podcast Editing
  • Manual Vocal Tuning
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Audio Restoration
  • Ableton Live
  • iZotope RX
  • Vocal Tuning
  • Meditation Music
Carlos A.

Queretaro, Mexico

$6/hr
4.9
15 jobs

Hello, I am Carlos. I'm really passionate about music and sound, that's why for the last years I've been learning skills in those areas. Specially the use of DAW's like Pro Tools and Ableton Live for music production and audio postproduction like dialogue and SFX's editing as well as sound design. I have participated in a few projects including a long comercial film and a short independent film, both mexican productions.

  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Effects
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Sound Design
  • Sync Sound
  • Audio & Music Software
  • Audio & Video Sync
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Custom Sound Effects
  • Music & Sound Design

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How to Hire Top Audio Engineers

What is an audio engineer?

Whether it’s a public speaking event, rock concert, or audio book recording, there is great planning that goes on behind the scenes to ensure sound properly travels from the microphone to an audience’s ears or to a recording device. An audio engineer can help you properly set up the speakers, mics and other sound equipment necessary to deliver quality audio for an event or a recording session.

How do you hire an audio engineer?

You can source audio engineer talent on Upwork by following these three steps:

  • Write a project description. You’ll want to determine your scope of work and the skills and requirements you are looking for in an audio engineer.
  • Post it on Upwork. Once you’ve written a project description, post it to Upwork. Simply follow the prompts to help you input the information you collected to scope out your project.
  • Shortlist and interview audio engineers. Once the proposals start coming in, create a shortlist of the professionals you want to interview. 

Of these three steps, your project description is where you will determine your scope of work and the specific type of audio engineer you need to complete your project.

How much does it cost to hire an audio engineer?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced audio engineer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their audio engineering services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project. 

How do you write an audio engineer job post?

Your job post is your chance to describe your project scope, budget, and talent needs. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample audio engineer job post titles:

  • Need an audio engineer to mix vocals and instrumental for recording
  • Audio engineer needed to help me record voice over for audio book
  • Software industry conference needs audio engineer to set up venue for multiple keynote speakers

Project description

An effective audio engineer job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From setting up microphones to maintaining all equipment, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, equipment, or environments, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Audio engineer job responsibilities

Here are some examples of audio engineer job responsibilities:

  • Maintenance and organization of studio equipment
  • Remain up to date regarding all audio equipment and software
  • Create and maintain a world-class audio mix for small gatherings and large events

Audio engineer job requirements and qualifications

Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in an audio engineer. Here are some examples:

  • High degree of familiarity with studio operations and etiquette
  • Minimum four years of experience in live event production 
  • Exhibit problem solving skills