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Professional podcast production that delivers consistent, reliable results. I work with busy podcasters and content creators who need to know their production is handled - every episode, every time. You focus on creating content and I'll make sure it sounds and looks professional. Notable Clients & Projects: -Fintech One-on-One: Longest-running fintech interview podcast -Building the Elite: Special Operations & Performance, top 5% of all podcasts -Audio Documentary Production: Broadcast on 75+ NPR stations nationwide, 2025 -Former Lead Audio Engineer for large YouTube channel: 7+ million subscribers -1,000+ Podcast Episodes Produced Audio Production Services: -Full podcast editing, mixing, and mastering -Noise reduction and audio cleanup -Episode planning and content strategy -Guest coordination and show management -Virtual recording session management -Content Marketing funnel creation Video Production Services: -Video editing and post-production -Color grading and visual storytelling -Subtitle creation for accessibility -Social media content (vertical clips, audiograms, highlight reels) In-Person Services: -Audio recording -Videography -Photography -Podcast studio setup My Approach: -Fast turnaround without sacrificing quality -Direct communication throughout your project -Services tailored to your specific needs and goals -I work directly on every project with support from my personally trained team Ready to elevate your podcast? Let's talk. Testimonials: "Take it from someone who produced audio at NPR; Joshua Crotts and the audio engineers at Obsidian Productions are extraordinary. They're fast, affordably priced, and capable of restoring even average recordings to top-notch, network-quality sound. Obsidian is a Swiss-Army knife when it comes to editing and mastering sound; they do it all, and they do it very, very well." Mat Edelson Former NPR Morning Edition producer/reporter Reporter/host of the current public radio documentary 'Their Music Survives: The Resilience and Revival of Jewish Music from The Holocaust' (engineered by Obsidian) "Josh and his team are creative, professional, and seem to read my mind regarding the work that needs to be done. He works in a consultative manner, and the end result is always above and beyond expectations. He makes everyone look and sound professional. Could I pull out my phone and create a video? Sure - but sometimes what you need is a real professional who understands the nuances of lighting, sound, and people placement. When you're filming training videos, every minute counts. Every camera placement must deliver something educational yet entertaining. It's a difficult balance that he nails consistently. I recently had to create a dozen training videos for a client. They were shocked that we were able to capture the smallest of details - details that, if left out or missed, would have been detrimental to the training's effectiveness. It's Josh's collaborative approach that makes this happen. He isn't afraid to ask questions and make filming suggestions based on the answers. To say he and his team are flexible and adaptive is an understatement. I highly recommend Josh Cotts and the team at Obsidian Productions." Shannon Tipton Owner Learning Rebels | Fractional Chief Learning Officer | International Speaker Fixer of Broken Training

I am here to help you put your best foot forward on your next project, whether you need a composer to create riveting original music, a sound designer for unique and robust SFX, restored audio, or an experienced audio engineer for mixing and mastering. What you can expect when working with me: - Clear, prompt, friendly communication - Willingness to revise based on your needs - Surprisingly fast turnaround times - Diligent and meticulous attention to detail - Industry-grade deliverables - Honesty, transparency - A virtual hi-five Some software familiarity you may be interested in: - DAWs: Pro-tools, Reaper, Cakewalk Sonar, Ableton - Virtual Instruments: East West Hollywood Orchestra, East West RA, Arturia V Collection, Steven Slate Drums, EZDrummer, and many more! - Audio Plugins: Waves, Melda, Klanghelm, Brainworx SSL E-Channel, Neural DSP, Izotope, Klanghelm, Black Rooster Audio, and many more - Audio Restoration: RX10 - Video Editing: Davinci Resolve - Graphic Design: GIMP - Office: MS Office Suite, Google Docs/Sheets/etc, Clickup, Asana - Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, ChromeOS Some cool things to note about me - I am a Cockos Reaper power user (Fear not, I also know how to work in other DAWs) - I am familiar with most major programming and scripting languages (Python-lover) - I pick up new systems, workflows, and software very quickly - I have a degree in Philosophy from the University of CA, Davis and graduated with honors!

Nate has experience in multiple realms of the audio world. This includes live sound, post-production editing & recording, sound design for theatre & film, and on-location recording.​ His work spans diverse audio settings that include recording & editing studios, theaters, movie sets, hotels, an amusement park, and more.​ ​ He has extensive proficiency across industry-standard software such as ProTools, Izotope RX, LogicPro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Audition, QLab, Dante, etc. He's experienced operating equipment including mixing consoles, wired and wireless microphone systems, loudspeaker and monitor systems, and live instrumentation. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Sound and art act as tools which allow Nate to express his creative motives through something he's passionate about. He creates to induce ideas, emotions, and present information in an absorbable way.

Greetings, I am a dedicated beginner freelancer eager to gain experience and deliver quality results. My focus is on providing excellent service in every job I take on, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Available 24/7 Skills (Self-Taught) Audio Editing & Restoration: I specialize in creating clear, high-quality audio by tackling real-world challenges, such as audiobook editing, enhancing old voice recordings, and removing background noise. Music/Audio Transcription Proficient in transcribing music using MuseScore, I deliver accurate and well-notated sheet music across various genres and levels of difficulty. My experience playing drums/percussion, piano, guitar, and bass improves my ability to understand musical elements. My portfolio features some work based on real job listings from Upwork, where I independently solved challenges as practice. Although unpaid, these projects allowed me to gain experience with real-world problems. +Available Most Hours +

I'm an audio engineer, musician, actor, audiobook narrator, and voiceover artist experienced in music production, editing, mixing, mastering, and all things designed to make you sound your best. Whether you're a novice and just need a little help getting started, or an experienced creative with little time to add that "polish" to your sound, I can help. * Professional in-home studio consisting of StudioOne 6 Producer edition, PreSonus 1810 interface with high-quality preamps, WhisperRoom vocal booth, high quality microphones, numerous mixing and mastering plugins, and many VST's. * 16 years' experience in audio engineering, having mentored with other audio engineers as well as having attended University-led courses. *40 years' experience in composing, arranging, writing, and performing music. * Effective communicator and efficient.

I wear many hats! I am a internationally-respected author, editor, and voice actor available for freelance projects. Native English speaker/writer with master's degree and post-graduate courses. I specialize in working efficiently and have great experience with non-native English speakers. I've got 20+ years of experience in professional work settings across industries including law and justice, computer/business consulting, higher education, and more so you can count on me to be reliable. As a serial entrepreneur, my own areas of professional interest are wide and deep. I've done professional writing from ghostwriting to co-author to my own published works. I won't accept a project I'm not interested in working on with a passion. In addition to writing, I've also produced 15+ Audible audiobooks as a voice-over professional through my other side business, Seahorse Audio Productions. I'm a skilled collaborator and excellent communicator with the flexibility to make your project my top priority.