Hi, I’m Akanji Richard also known as BLUESZN, a versatile music producer and sound designer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with over five years of experience in the industry. I specialize in music production, composition, sound design, and mixing and mastering, crafting high-quality sound samples, loops, and sonic textures for various genres. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse artists and labels to deliver compelling tracks, sample packs, and sonic branding. Recently, I designed and curated original sample libraries for Afrobeat Producers, recorded and enhanced vocal samples, and created Serum and Vital presets to match current sonic requirements. I’ve also worked as a co-composer on multimedia projects, including the Sarz Academy’s WhatsApp Documentary project Ugo: A Homecoming Story, and I scored emotive themes that align with narrative arcs.…

Akanji Richard

Hi, I’m Akanji Richard also known as BLUESZN, a versatile music producer and sound designer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with over five years of experience in the industry. I specialize in music production, composition, sound design, and mixing and mastering, crafting high-quality sound samples, loops, and sonic textures for various genres. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse artists and labels to deliver compelling tracks, sample packs, and sonic branding. Recently, I designed and curated original sample libraries for Afrobeat Producers, recorded and enhanced vocal samples, and created Serum and Vital presets to match current sonic requirements. I’ve also worked as a co-composer on multimedia projects, including the Sarz Academy’s WhatsApp Documentary project Ugo: A Homecoming Story, and I scored emotive themes that align with narrative arcs.…

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Hi, I’m Akanji Richard also known as BLUESZN, a versatile music producer and sound designer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with over five years of experience in the industry. I specialize in music production, composition, sound design, and mixing and mastering, crafting high-quality sound samples, loops, and sonic textures for various genres. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse artists and labels to deliver compelling tracks, sample packs, and sonic branding.

Recently, I designed and curated original sample libraries for Afrobeat Producers, recorded and enhanced vocal samples, and created Serum and Vital presets to match current sonic requirements. I’ve also worked as a co-composer on multimedia projects, including the Sarz Academy’s WhatsApp Documentary project Ugo: A Homecoming Story, and I scored emotive themes that align with narrative arcs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Producer / Sample Library Designer at Afrobeat Producers
January 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and curated original sample libraries; recorded and mixed vocal samples; analyzed, processed and prepared audio files; restored and enhanced recordings; collaborated to create innovative sounds and beats; produced loops, one shots, melodies and drum samples; created Serum and Vital presets; managed project timelines for timely delivery of sample packs.
Co-composer at Sarz Academy
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-composed emotive themes for Ugo: A Homecoming Story, an original documentary about Giannis Antetokounmpo's Nigerian heritage; orchestrated a full-length soundtrack tailored to the documentary's narrative arc.
Freelance Music Producer & Audio Engineer at Afrobeat Producers / Various Artists
January 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated with a diverse roster of artists signed to different labels to produce, mix, and master tracks across various genres of their debut EPs. Managed the end-to-end production process, from initial arrangements and session recording to final master delivery. Skilled in music production, composition, creating high-quality sound samples and mixing and mastering, and audio manipulation.

Education

Music Production & Sound Design at Sarz Academy
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Music Production & Sound Design at Sarz Academy
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate in Music Production & Sound Design (Sarz Academy)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Certificate in Music Production
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
    COMPOSER

    For the documentary Ugo for Giannis, I served as co-composer and sound designer, bridging the gap between the film’s emotional storytelling and its sonic identity. Working collaboratively on the original score, I contributed melodic arrangements and instrumentation—leveraging my keyboard background to build impactful thematic motifs.

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    MUSIC PRODUCER

    Full-service music producer and audio engineer specializing in recording, production, mixing, and mastering. I deliver polished, release-ready tracks by combining creative sound design with industry-standard technical engineering. Check out my portfolio below to hear the sonic quality I bring to every project.

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