I've spent over 15 years in professional audio, starting in live sound and production leadership across multi-campus church environments before moving into freelance post-production. That foundation shaped how I work: reliable, detail-oriented, and built for real deadlines.
My work spans two main areas. On the music side, I mix and master singles, albums, and live recordings from a fully treated, acoustically calibrated studio designed for accurate mix translation. As a working guitarist, I approach music production from the inside out, not just as a technical exercise. On the spoken word side, I specialize in podcast editing and audiobook post-production, including ACX-compliant mastering, dialogue cleanup, and full delivery workflows that keep listeners engaged without over-processing the natural voice.
I also produce meditation and ambient soundscape content blending guitar, synths, and atmospheric textures, and offer DAW and audio workflow training for musicians, podcasters, and content creators.
Services:
Music mixing and mastering (singles, albums, live recordings)
Podcast editing and production
Audiobook post-production and ACX-compliant mastering
Dialogue editing and cleanup (noise, breaths, clicks, level balancing)
Meditation and ambient soundscape production
DAW and audio workflow training
Tools: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, iZotope RX, WaveLab, Descript, Audacity
Hourly work: $50/hr
Audiobook post-production: $150 per finished hour
Clean, natural, and distraction-free audio without over-processing. Military background. Professional workflow. No drama.
Audio & Music Software
Audio Editing
Audio Mastering
Audio Post Production
Audio Restoration
Audio Production
Audiobook
Podcast
Audiobook Editing
Podcast Editing
Podcast Transcription
Audio Ad
Audio Transcription
Audio File Format
Podcast Production
Audio Engineering
Christian M.
Bridgeton, Missouri
$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs
I produce video content for our movie review YouTube channel. My workflow is a combination of video, photo, and sound editing. I would like to help others that are looking to offload some editing work.
- Proficient in Photoshop, Davinci Resolve, Capcut, Audacity
- Additional tools include Lightroom and Inkscape
Audio Editing
Photography
Photo Editing
Photo Editing Software
Video Editing & Production
Video Editing
Michael B.
Chillicothe, Missouri
$25/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Hey, I’m Mic – an audio engineer and producer who actually listens for a living (to your notes, not just your tracks).
I help artists, podcasters, and brands sound polished, professional, and memorable. Whether you’ve got raw vocals that need love, a podcast full of “uhhh’s” and background noise, or a video that needs punchy, custom audio, I’ve got you.
What I Do
🎧 Mixing & basic mastering
Rap, rock, country, pop, singer-songwriter, and everything in between
Balancing levels, EQ, compression, saturation, FX, stereo image
Delivering radio/streaming-ready mixes
🎙️ Podcast & dialogue editing
Clean-up (mouth noise, clicks, hum, room tone, background noise – as far as realistically possible)
Tight edits that keep the conversation flowing
Adding intros/outros, ads, and music beds
Loudness matched for platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.
🎵 Music & audio for content
Custom intros/outros and jingles for brands and creators
Short music cues and loops for YouTube, reels, promos, and ads
Beat selection and light production help for vocalists and rappers
🛠 Other audio help
Session organization and cleanup
Stems prep for live shows or remixing
Basic sound design and FX for short-form video
Tools & Tech
DAWs: Logic Pro X (primary), Pro Tools experience
Interfaces & gear: Scarlett 18i20 and pro monitoring setup
Plugins: A solid toolbox of industry-standard EQs, compressors, reverbs, delays, saturation and restoration tools
File delivery: WAV/AIFF/MP3, stems, project/session files if needed
Background & Education
Associate Degree in Audio Production – Full Sail University (2025)
Founder of Breezy Digital Works, a small audio/visual studio where I produce:
Social media promos and reels with custom audio
Jingles and ads for local businesses
Independent music projects and concept albums
On the practical side: I’ve mixed tracks, edited podcasts, and built audio for real clients and real campaigns, not just classroom exercises. I understand deadlines, revisions, and budgets — and I know your project isn’t “just content,” it’s your reputation.
What It’s Like To Work With Me
Clear, direct communication (no vague tech speak unless you want it)
Honest feedback if something will help your project hit harder
Organized file handling and labeled exports
Reasonable turnaround times and open to revisions within scope
If you’ve got:
Vocals that need to sit right in the mix
A podcast that needs to sound pro
A video that needs music, impact, or cleaner audio
…send me a message, tell me what you’re working on, and we’ll figure out the best way to make it sound like it should have in the first place.
Audio Editing
Music Production
Podcast Editing
Stem Mixing & Mastering
Audio Engineering
Audio Production
Video Editing
Video Advertising
Michael S.
Kansas City, Missouri
$60/hr
4.8
14 jobs
Professional Audio Editor & Sound Designer | 20+ Years of Experience
I specialize in audio editing, sound design, and post-production for film, TV, podcasts, and advertising. With over 15 years of experience, I bring a detail-oriented approach to every project, ensuring crisp, clean, and immersive sound quality that enhances storytelling.
I have worked with top brands like BMW, Mercedes, MGM, Holiday Inn, and Hawaii Tourism Authority, as well as TV programs such as Travel With Didiayer and At Home With Didiayer. My expertise includes:
✔ Dialogue Editing & Noise Reduction – Removing background noise, echo, and distractions for clear, professional speech.
✔ Sound Design & Mixing – Enhancing projects with immersive sound effects and balanced audio.
✔ Podcast & Video Audio Cleanup – Improving speech clarity and optimizing sound levels.
✔ Final Mixing & Mastering – Ensuring polished, broadcast-quality audio.
I take pride in delivering high-quality, deadline-driven work that exceeds client expectations. Let’s discuss how I can help with your project!
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