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Ivan P.

Kyiv, Ukraine

$23/hr
4.9
73 jobs

Sound designer with 5+ years in the industry. Full-cycle audio production: SFX, mixing, mastering. Worked on films, podcasts, gaming, music SFX, and international projects.

  • Audio Effects
  • Music Production
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Recording
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Sound Design
  • Audio Engine
  • Music Theory
  • Audio Post Production
  • Audio & Music Software
  • Audio Mastering
  • System Programming
Tara A.

Zajecar, Serbia

$25/hr
5.0
17 jobs

I’m a sound designer and BA graduate specializing in audio post-production for film, video, YouTube content, and podcasts. My main strengths are sound editing, foley, dialogue clean-up, ambience creation, and layered sound effects design. I focus on building immersive, believable soundscapes that enhance storytelling, emotion, and clarity. I’ve worked on multiple student films and YouTube projects, developing a strong sense for pacing, detail, and narrative flow through sound. If you need a detail-oriented sound designer to bring depth and atmosphere to your project, I’d be glad to help.

  • Sound Design
  • Audio Post Production
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Audio Editing
  • Foley Effects
  • Noise Reduction
  • Audio Restoration
  • Sound Art
  • Sound Mixing
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Film & Video Dialogue
  • Podcast Editing
  • Ambient Sound Design
  • iZotope RX
Daniel H.

Torreon, Mexico

$20/hr
5.0
28 jobs

With over seven years of experience in audio post-production, I specialize in audiobooks, film, documentaries, and podcasts. My expertise includes editing, mixing, mastering, ADR, and sound design, ensuring high-quality, industry-standard results. 🔹 Strengths & Skills: ✔ Pro Tools & RX expert (Avid Certified | Dolby Atmos Professional) ✔ Sound design & post-production for film and documentaries ✔ Foley & immersive audio ✔ Audiobook editing & mastering (worked with HarperCollins, Penguin Random House) 🎓 Education & Achievements: Master’s in Business Administration | B.A. in Digital Music Production Engineering Certified in Dolby Atmos & Pro Tools Let’s create exceptional sound for your project! 🚀

  • Avid Pro Tools
  • iZotope RX
  • Audio Post Production
  • Surround Audio System
  • Logic Pro
  • Sound Design
  • Audio Editing
  • Sound Mixing
  • Audiobook Editing
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 Restoration
  • Noise Reduction
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Podcast Editing
  • Sound Mixing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Vocal Tuning
  • Music Production
  • iZotope RX
  • Ableton Live
  • Sound Design
  • AI Audio Generation
  • Audio Post Production
Ashenafi G.

Atlanta, Georgia

$20/hr
4.6
34 jobs

**Audio & Video Production | Podcast & Content Specialist** I help podcasters and content creators turn raw recordings into clean, engaging, and platform-ready content. Most videos lose viewers because of poor audio, not visuals. That’s where I come in. With a strong background in audio engineering and music production, I make sure your content sounds professional while keeping your video polished and engaging. **Audio Services** * Podcast and voice-over editing * Noise reduction, EQ, compression, and mastering * Audio sync and vocal enhancement * Music editing and sound design Tools: FL Studio, iZotope RX, Waves, FabFilter, Ozone **Video Services** * YouTube and podcast video editing * Short-form content (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) * Captions and platform-optimized exports Tools: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Adobe Audition **Bonus (What Sets Me Apart)** * Custom intro/outro music * Background music tailored to your content * Audio branding for podcasts and creators **Why Work With Me** * Audio-first approach for higher engagement * Clean, professional sound, not just basic editing * Reliable delivery and clear communication * Long-term collaboration mindset I’m open to a paid test project so you can hear and see the quality before committing.

  • Music Composition
  • Vocal Music
  • Sound Design
  • Sound Mixing
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Stereo Mixing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Conversion
  • Audio Recording
  • Music Track
Cristian B.

Bogota, Colombia

$35/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I create immersive soundscapes, cinematic sound design, custom sound effects and original music for films, interactive and meditative experiences and all sorts of audiovisual projects. My work focuses on atmosphere, emotional depth and creative audio compositions that elevate visual storytelling. As a former photographer and visual artist, my relation with the world of images allows me to build interesting synergies between visuals & sound. I CAN HELP YOU WITH: -Cinematic Soundscapes for trailers and films -Minimalist sound design -Meditation & Sound Therapy audio -Sonic environments -Sound effects -Premium UI Sounds for interactive media -Foley -Music Composition -Custom colored noise generation (white, brown, pink...) -Game Audio -Sound Mixing -Sonic/Audio Branding -Experimental / Artistic Sound for installations and web experiences -Soundscapes for theater play -Ambient Sound Design and music for indie and animated short films -Sound Storytelling -Music placement / Video & Audio Sync tracks from Libraries. -Electronic music, cinematic and ambient music production. -Long-form audio production How my approach could make a difference for your project? ✅ Originality First: I prioritize creating sounds from scratch and tweaking rather than relying on pre-made libraries for quick fixes. ✅ Creative Experimentation: My curiosity drives me to explore synths and cutting-edge plugins to discover unique sonic textures. ✅ Artistic Synergy: As a former visual artist, I approach sound design with the same attention to detail and emotional resonance as visual storytelling. ✅ Passion-Driven: My love for music and film informs every project, ensuring your work is elevated with authentic, emotionally resonant soundscapes. If you like my portfolio DM to share you more of my work and chat about your project details. Let's discuss how we can bring your vision to life.

  • Music & Sound Design
  • Sound Art
  • Ambient Sound Design
  • Sound Mixing
  • Custom Sound Effects
  • Sound Design
  • Music Composition
  • Foley Effects
  • Audio Production
  • Meditation Music
  • Game Audio
  • Audio Editing
  • Electronic Music
  • Audio Post Production
  • Music Placement
  • Background Music
  • Ambient Music
  • Music
  • Audio Engineering
  • Music Production

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