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Hello, I'm an audio engineer that does fixed price jobs. As I am blind, my work is 100% focused on sound. I specialize in Audio Restoration, Cleanup, and Mastering for Spoken Word (Podcasts, Interviews). Note I have Two services: * Professional Light Cleanup & Mastering: Starts at $150 (up to 30 minutes). * Audio Restoration & diagnosis Premium And intensive service for damaged and harsh audio files (Price is higher and requires a quick assessment to determine price and scope). My "Light Cleanup" Service Includes: * Broad Cleanup: Safe, gentle reduction of steady background noise, hum, fans, and light mouth clicks/plosives a lighter touch for control. * Manual De-essing: I surgically tame harsh "S" sounds by hand to ensure natural results. * Mastering: Balancing loudness to Broadcast Standards (Podcast -16 LUFs. My "Restoration" Service Includes: * Deep analysis and surgical reduction of heavy damage Wind, Digital Distortion just some examples. * Note Restoration is not guaranteed depending on how bad the audio is. Also studio quality is not realistic in most cases with heavy damage The tools have limits. My Professional Toolkit: iZotope RX 11 Advanced Reaper (DAW) Please Note: * Audio Only: This service is for audio only (no syncing to video). * Spoken Word Only: I do not work on music files. * No Content Editing: I do not cut mistakes, "ums," "uhs," or breaths. Please provide your final edit. * I only accept fixed-price projects. I'm responsive and promise to do my best on every project and am ready to make your audio sound its best. I look forward to working with you.

Podcast editor behind Court Junkie (ABC's 20/20, Spotify Top 100), Killer Queens (Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan), Penguin Random House, and Hallow. 178 jobs • 7,400+ hours • 100% JSS on Upwork. - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Jon is a great talent and wonderful person. I loved working with him. He is creative, responsive, fun and overall super. I am only ending the contract because I don't create as many podcasts anymore. I'd be sure to hire again." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Jon is the best podcast editor I've worked with. Professional, fast, and the quality speaks for itself." With over a decade of experience as an audio engineer and podcast producer, I specialize in delivering polished, professional results tailored to your show's unique vision — whether it's a simple interview or a complex narrative series. 🎧 What I Offer: 🎙️ Audio - Editing (pauses, fillers, distractions removed) - Mixing & mastering (EQ, compression, loudness optimization) - Noise reduction & audio restoration - Branded intros, outros & ad spot integration - Timestamps & show notes (SEO-optimized) - Publishing & RSS feed management 🎬 Audio + Video - Everything in Audio, plus: - Video editing, color correction & formatting - Lower-thirds, transitions & animations - Video trailers - Branded intro/outro sequences - Transcripts 📱 Social Clips - Up to 5 short-form clips per episode (30–90 sec) - Burned-in captions for silent viewing - Exported for Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn - Editor-led clip selection with client input welcome ➕ Additional Services - Podcast artwork - Podcast trailer production - Consultation included with every project 3–4 business day turnaround 🏆 Notable Clients - Court Junkie — ABC's 20/20, Spotify Top 100 True Crime - Killer Queens — Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Top 100 True Crime - How To Talk To Girls — Top 100 Health & Wellness on Apple Podcasts - Penguin Random House - Hallow - American Thoracic Society - Daversa Partners No matter your recording setup, I'll integrate it into a high-quality workflow. Let's build a podcast that captures your voice and grows your audience. 📩 Contact me to discuss your project.

I'm a music producer and audio engineer with 5+ years of experience turning creative ideas into professionally polished, commercially ready tracks. Whether you need a podcast intro, a backing track for your commercial, or a voice memo transformed into a Spotify-ready song—I can bring your vision to life. Here’s what I bring to the table: 🎧 750,000+ streams on music I've produced 🏠 Fully equipped home studio with Logic Pro X, Omnisphere, Alchemy, and top-tier mixing/mastering tools 📚 Degree in Audio Engineering + minor in Jazz Studies 🎸 15+ years of experience on guitar and trumpet 🎵 Genre versatility: EDM, Punk, Ambient, Hip-Hop, R&B, Jazz, and more I’ve operated my own music production LLC for over 5 years, delivering high-quality audio to content creators, artists, podcasters, and small businesses. From first demo to final master, I guide the project every step of the way—ensuring you get a result that’s not just good, but exactly what you envisioned. My process is built on clear communication. I’ll keep you in the loop, adapt to your feedback, and always make sure we’re on the same page. Let’s bring your sound to life.

WITH MILLIONS OF VIEWS ACROSS VARIOUS PLATFORMS, Blake Buckles is a highly skilled and experienced video editor, FOIA researcher, and content curator with a deep passion for true crime storytelling. I have played a key role in shaping compelling content for major true crime platforms, ensuring high engagement and factual accuracy. Key Roles & Experience: Lead Video Editor, Channel Manager & Video Reviewer Managed a high-performing team, ensuring top-quality production, pacing, and engagement while overseeing research and fact-checking for large-scale true crime content. FOIA Expert & Video Editor Specialized in obtaining crucial interrogation footage, police records, and case documents to enhance storytelling with exclusive content. FOIA Researcher, Lead Video Editor & Content Manager (Current Role) Directing case research, acquiring never-before-seen interrogation footage, and ensuring seamless, compelling storytelling through expert editing and narrative structuring. With extensive experience in documentary-style editing, research-driven content creation, and investigative storytelling, I bring a unique blend of technical skill and narrative expertise. Whether it's crafting engaging true crime stories, securing exclusive case materials, or refining content for maximum impact, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, professional results on every project.

*Memorable music for your game that enriches the experience and draws the player in. *High-quality, realistic and stylized SFX *Seamlessly implemented in any game engine with any middleware ------- *20+ years experience as a producer, performing artist, mix engineer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter *BA in Ethnomusicology *Trained in classical and jazz theory *Experienced with a variety of audio software and game engines (Wwise, FMOD, Reaper, Studio One, Unity, Unreal, GIT, etc.) ------- MUSIC Music sets the mood for a game and instantly communicates to the player the emotion of a situation. I compose in a variety of styles and genres, focusing on memorable melodies and immersive soundscapes that draw the player in. Whether it be a sparse, unsettling survival horror soundtrack or a light-hearted tune for a 2D adventure game, my mission is to craft captivating music that elevates your game experience. ------- SOUND DESIGN Good sound design goes a long way toward creating the aesthetic of your game. Done effectively, it serves to enhance and inform the player's experience. I use a range of methods (including foley, sample libraries, and in the box synthesis) to build both realistic and stylized SFX that compliment the intention of the game's creative vision. ------- IMPLEMENTATION Effective implementation of the audio is a crucial part of the developement process. My tool of choice for this task is Audiokinetic's Wwise, but I am also comfortable with other audio middleware such as FMOD, as well as native implimentation tools in all the popular game engines (Unreal, Unity, Godot, etc.). In addition to utilizing these toolsets I am also capable of editing and writing scripts within the engine to acheive my goals. I'm committed to delivering exceptional music and SFX that always meet deadlines and exceed developer expectations.