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Sam E.

New York, New York

$25/hr
5.0
26 jobs

🎵 Upwork's Top Rated Music Producer, Songwriter, and Audio Engineer at Your Service 🎧 🔊 About Me: I'm Sam, professionally known as one half of SAJA, and I'm a seasoned music producer, Film Composer, audio engineer, songwriter, and DJ with a deep passion for crafting sonic experiences that resonate with audiences. With 7 years of hands-on industry experience, I specialize in transforming ideas into polished, professional tracks across genres such as House, EDM, Afrobeats, Pop, Trap, R&B, and Remixes. 🎶 Services I Offer: 🎹 Music Production: Collaborating closely with you, I bring your musical concepts to life, blending creativity with technical expertise. Whether it's a catchy pop tune, a danceable afrobeat song, an immersive electronic track, or a soulful acoustic arrangement, I excel in capturing the essence of your ideas. 🎚️ Audio Mixing: Your tracks deserve to shine. I apply meticulous attention to detail during the mixing process, ensuring each element finds its perfect place in the sonic landscape. The result? Tracks that are balanced, dynamic, and ready to captivate listeners. 🎛️ Audio Mastering: The final step in perfecting your music. With a trained ear and professional-grade equipment, I enhance the overall quality of your tracks, making sure they sound exceptional across all playback systems. 🎬 Film & Advertisement Composition: I create bespoke scores that breathe life into visual storytelling. From cinematic orchestral arrangements for indie films to high-impact sonic branding for commercials, I specialize in "scoring to picture"—ensuring every musical cue hits the emotional heart of your scene or brand message. 🎵 Songwriting: I have loads of experience in coming up with lyrics for songs that I help produce or just in general. Catchy hooks and verses that are relatable and easy to sing are my forte. 🎙️ Podcast Editing, Cleaning of vocals and Mastering: I also edit and clean up vocals for podcasts, interviews and movies. No matter how bad the vocal seems, trust me to salvage and bring it back to life for you. 🎸Sample Making: With my background as a musician, I also make melody loops and samples. 🎧 Why Choose Me? ✓ Expertise: I hold a proven track record of delivering top-notch musical creations, and my extensive knowledge of audio engineering principles ensures excellence in every project. ✓ Collaborative Approach: Your vision is my priority. I value open communication and work closely with you to understand your goals, resulting in tailored musical solutions. ✓ State-of-the-Art Equipment: I utilize cutting-edge tools and software to ensure the highest quality output that meets industry standards. ✓ Timely Delivery: Meeting deadlines is non-negotiable. I understand the importance of time, and I'm committed to delivering your projects promptly. 📈 Previous Projects: My portfolio boasts a diverse array of successful collaborations. I've also had the privilege of working with artists like Dynoro, Samm (BE), Lucas Estrada, Breakk.Away and many more. 📩 Contact Me: Feel free to reach out through Upwork messaging, and let's start discussing how I can elevate your projects to new heights. Looking forward to making music magic with you!

  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • Podcast Editing
  • Noise Reduction
  • Sound Design
  • Music Production
  • Ableton Live
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Audiobook
  • Voice Acting
  • Ambient Music
  • Film Schedule
  • Video Editing
Michael T.

York, Pennsylvania

$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I'm an audio engineer, a guitarist, and a composer with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology from Penn State University. I've composed, engineered, and produced multiple projects within a wide range of genres, including classical, jazz, metal, rock, emo, and electronic/experimental music. Penn State taught me spatial audio, recording technique, mixing & mastering, live audio, sound synthesis, and programming for musicians, and I'm fluent in Reaper, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live 11. During my studies, I played guitar in a variety of ensembles including the Classical Guitar Ensemble, Jazz Ensembles, and Rock Ensemble. I look forward to bringing my professional skill set to your company or project.

  • Guitar Performance
  • Guitar Composition
  • Cockos Reaper
  • Ableton Live
  • Logic Pro
  • Sound Synthesis
  • Multitrack Recording
  • Stereo Mixing
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Spatial Audio Mixing
  • Music Composition
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Production
  • Audio & Video Sync
Sterling S.

Orlando, Florida

$85/hr
5.0
51 jobs

Are you building or upgrading a home or office studio and want it to look, sound, and function like a professional setup? If your room feels clunky, echoey, poorly lit, or harder to use than it should be, I can help. 🎯 Who I Help Podcasters, YouTubers, course creators, musicians, authors, speakers, streamers, coaches, and remote professionals who record from home or a small office. I am based in Orlando, FL, with remote consults available worldwide and in-person installs available in the U.S. I help turn clunky, frustrating setups into reliable studio spaces that are easier to use. That includes room planning, camera framing, lighting, audio capture, gear selection, software optimization, and documenting the setup so it stays easy to use long after the install. 🛠️ What I Do • Home and office studio design and layout • Equipment setup and integration for cameras, audio interfaces, microphones, lighting, teleprompters, and recording/streaming software like OBS, Zoom, and Riverside • Room and acoustic optimization to reduce echo and improve clarity • Studio upgrades, troubleshooting, and training • Setup documentation and SOPs so your system stays usable long after the install Most clients are recording confidently within 7 to 30 days, depending on room complexity. ✅ Why Clients Hire Me • 10+ years of hands-on studio experience • Clear communication and fast responses • Practical, not theoretical, recommendations and solutions • No missed deadlines • Friendly, patient support for people who do not consider themselves “techy” 🚫 What I Don’t Do I do not offer video editing, filming, or full video production. I design and optimize the space, gear, audio, lighting, and workflow so you or your editing team have better material to work with. 🗣️ Client Feedback “Sterling sent us an entire schematic for how he would lay out the room and a list of all the things we needed to buy, with links. It was such a cool process and so easy. Plus, we got full training on how to use all the equipment. We’re now fully set up with a professional-grade home studio that makes recording content not only easier, but way more fun.” – Andrea Waltz If you need a studio that is record-ready in a few weeks, or you are tired of fighting your current setup, send me a message and tell me what you are working on. Sterling Skye About me: I’m Sterling, the studio guy people call when their setup is driving them crazy or when they are finally ready to build the studio they have been thinking about for years. I design home and office studios and help creators look and sound better on camera. I am also the author of "Master the Recording Studio," a guide to walking into any studio with confidence. Outside of work, I am a lifelong musician, recovering perfectionist, okay golfer, and personal servant to two cats.

  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Recording
  • Studio
  • Office Design
  • Office & Work Space
  • Video Production
  • OBS Studio
  • Live Streaming Setup
  • Video Lighting
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Video Capture Device
  • Video Design
  • Streamlabs OBS
  • Audio & Video Sync
  • Technical Support
  • Video Stream
  • Camera Operation
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Set Design
  • Podcast Production
Tai F.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
5.0
107 jobs

Website: taimakesnoise.com Some relevant credits: - Superbowl LVI T-MOBILE ad - M3GAN - Universal movie - NETFLIX brand New Cherry Flavor - MICROSOFT, Pride 2021 Together We Can - Hundreds of episodes for TV shows like Dynasty, Go-Big Show, Superstore, and many more Tai Fronzaroli is an LA-based Music Producer, Composer and Mixing Engineer. He was born and raised in Florence, Italy and graduated from Luigi Cherubini Conservatory in "Music Tech". Naturally, he loves cooking in his free time- in true Italian fashion. In 2010, he founded the SevenStudio recording studio in Florence, where he has worked with a range of artists and produced numerous records. In 2012, he also founded the live music venue Cycle Club, which has featured hundreds of performers from around the world. He doesn’t come from a musical family but began his first music project with some friends when he was 13. He hasn’t stopped since. After graduating from UCLA in "Independent Music Production", Tai has been working with upcoming artists and producers in Los Angeles, creating placements for TV shows, films, and music libraries. He finds collaboration with other artists of the utmost value to him and his growth potential. To him, having fun brings a project’s sound to the next level. full credit list on my website taimakesnoise.com

  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Music Production
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Audio Production
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music
  • Lyrics Writing
  • Songwriting
Luis Rodrigo K.

La Paz, Bolivia

$25/hr
5.0
21 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
Chris M.

Belfast, United Kingdom

$25/hr
4.8
436 jobs

I have over 20 years of professional experience working for and on behalf of large and complex corporations as a specialist audio engineer in the fields of remote audio production, music production, dialog editing, podcast editor, audiobook editing, audio mastering. I have spent the last 12 years focused on deploying my services via the Upwork platform as a Full Time, award-winning service provider in line of dialogue audio editing, audio restoration and dialogue production for podcast and audiobook editing. All audiobook production & narration services are ACX Audible certified which go through a high end, rigorous production process to ensure high standards are met. I have extensive experience in dialogue editing, audio mastering, music production, recording, and editing narration, as well as serving as a lead engineer overseeing large productions and managing teams of engineers and narrators. My skills include audio engineering, professional audio mastering, consultation, and technical proficiency in music production, mixing, and mastering. I run a full-time recording studio company, kept up to date with high-end digital and audio production tools and training that enable me to deliver high-quality, professional results through the latest, most efficient processes. I use world class noise suppression algorithms licenced by Cedar Audio. Leaders in Dialogue Noise reduction, as used by many Hollywood Studios. Audio Mastering is the final step in enhancing & preparing source audio before its final use. I offer a professional range of audio editing and audio production related services on a full time basis. You can achieve the highest level of quality without breaking your bank balance. Regardless of your experience in online audio collaboration, my goal is to provide you with an easy to work with a reliable service that provides you with high quality production results. My experience covers audio production, audio mastering, dialogue editing, and podcast production, music production, audio editing, mixing and post editing, post production work. I have collaborated with many businesses and major record labels such as Nokia, Sony/ATV Ultra Music, Universal, BBC, SKY and many more high street names. I have produced over 3000 podcasts for a series of high profile clients worldwide and i have a specialist interest in the health and wellness industry. As you can see in my profile i have taken clients with podcast ideas to a national success that have been covered by The Guardian News Agency. I understand how important it is to have your project completed without being let down. By working with me you can be confident i've fully assessed your task to see it to completion. I am always reskilling to keep up to date with the latest production methods. In 2019 I have graduated SERC with a new HNC qualification in Creative Media Production. This covers Video Editing using Adobe Premiere Pro and audio post production for Film & TV. Additionally in 2019, I completed and passed an official certification as an Izotope RX Advanced Audio Engineer. It's best to book or discuss your work in advance as new projects come in daily, as the ongoing nature of my services are in demand, generally lead times are approx 3 days to start. ***Awarded Best Online Dialogue Editor 2021 by Global Vision Awards*** Services: audio editing, audio mixing, audio mastering, audio engineering, audiobook production, audiobook editing, ACX, podcast production, podcast editor, voice over, music production, audio restoration, audiobook mastering, narration, video editing, music production, song production, jingles, sound effects, foley Additional: Voice Over (various demographics available) Mastered for iTunes specification (MFiT) Dialogue Audio Mastering (ACX Compliant) Audio book Narration Audiobook Editing Audiobook Mastering Jingles Mastering A.I Music Production & Mastering SFX Audio Production Podcast Consulting R128 Loudness compliance for broadcasters and video playback audio levels Music Licensing - If you need music for something, I have various catalogues with music Automatic Dialogue Replacement. Large library / Bulk audio file management / renaming & editing. What to expect Improving the clarity, definition & warmth Optimising average and peak volumes for consistent loudness. Remove unwanted noise, clicks, pops & hiss Signal Processing, Compression & EQ Bass management, Stereo Widening, Mastering Reverb Fades/Cross Fades, Error Check Fast Turnaround Times 1GB broadband connection to handle all project sizes. Audio can be provided in any format required. 20 Years of professional audio industry experience Awarded 2023 Best Online Audio Mastering and Podcast Service - UK Satisfaction Guaranteed I am highly skilled in using the following applications Steinberg Nuendo Izotope RX Advanced Steinberg Wavelab Pro Steinberg Spectralayers Ableton Live Adobe Audition Adobe Premiere Pro Canva / Capcut

  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • Audiobook
  • Podcast
  • Audio Production
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Audio Restoration

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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