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Claudia A.

Podcast Producer/Audio Editor

Chicago, Illinois

29 jobs

$60K+ total earnings

Hello! I am Claudia Armbruster, I graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Media Production. I have been in the audio space for over 5 years. I am an avid podcast listener, and I am passionate about providing quality audio content for various platforms. I currently work with podcast shows such as Maintainable, Know Your Flow, and Finding Your Muse. I have worked on podcasts such as Data Skeptic, Data Skeptic Journal Club, and The Fizzle Show as a Producer. Here is a current list of skills I can provide for your show. Content/Distribution - Create show notes - Distribution to all major platforms using various distributors such as Fireside, Anchor, Libsyn, etc - Show description - Guest Coordination - Provide content feedback - Ad Placement Mixing/Mastering - Full mix and mastered episode to standard - Take out unwanted ums, space, vocal flubs - Fix sentence structure - Noise reduction - Provide/add intro/outro music - Add sponsored content

Chinuaogu N.

Sound Designer | Audio Engineer | Music Producer | Editing/Processing

Chicago, Illinois

18 jobs

$3K+ total earnings

Audio Engineering
Audio Mastering
Sound Mixing
Stem Mixing & Mastering
Music Production
Noise Reduction
Podcast Editing
Podcast Production
Video Game Music
Vocal Tuning
Manual Vocal Tuning
Music & Sound Design
Sound Design
Ambient Sound Design
Music Arrangement

An experienced audio engineer with 15+ years in recording, editing, mixing, and mastering across music, film, podcast, and TV. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in remote collaboration, with a strong track record supporting creators and professionals in delivering polished, high-quality audio content. Proactive, dependable, and passionate about helping clients shine through sound.

Alexander L.

Audio Engineer | Composition, Production, Editing, Mixing, & Mastering

Chicago, Illinois

1 job

$85 total earnings

My priority is simple: make it sound great. I focus on timing, tuning, and capturing the right vibe—before, during, and after every session. With roots in the DIY scene and years of experience in both pro and home studios, I bring a deep love for music and a commitment to delivering polished, impactful work.

Nathan K A.

Audio Producer/Engineer

Chicago, Illinois

1 job

$59 total earnings

I’m a freelance audio producer and engineer. I’m attentive, punctual, and driven to get the job done to the best of my ability. I currently produce for the podcasts “Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar”, “Better Money Better World”, “The Ben Joravsky Show” and “Aint Nobody Checkin For Me” out on all steaming platforms.

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How do I hire a Audio Engineer near Chicago, IL on Upwork?

You can hire a Audio Engineer near Chicago, IL on Upwork in four simple steps:

Create a job post tailored to your Audio Engineer project scope. We’ll walk you through the process step by step.
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Hire the right Audio Engineer for your project from Upwork, the world’s largest work marketplace.

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