I am a versatile composer and sound designer with 20+ years in the music and media industry, crafting emotionally immersive soundscapes—from orchestral film scores to edgy hybrid compositions and adaptive game audio. I translate narrative, visuals, and interactive elements into compelling sonic experiences, and I happily switch between genres, moods, and formats. I collaborate with directors, editors, developers, and designers to push creative and technical boundaries, delivering unique audio that elevates storytelling and gameplay across media. Based in Karlstadt, I enjoy exploring new tools and techniques and mentoring others in sound design and music production.…

Christophe Kalkau

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I am a versatile composer and sound designer with 20+ years in the music and media industry, crafting emotionally immersive soundscapes—from orchestral film scores to edgy hybrid compositions and adaptive game audio. I translate narrative, visuals, and interactive elements into compelling sonic experiences, and I happily switch between genres, moods, and formats. I collaborate with directors, editors, developers, and designers to push creative and technical boundaries, delivering unique audio that elevates storytelling and gameplay across media. Based in Karlstadt, I enjoy exploring new tools and techniques and mentoring others in sound design and music production.…

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I am a versatile composer and sound designer with 20+ years in the music and media industry, crafting emotionally immersive soundscapes—from orchestral film scores to edgy hybrid compositions and adaptive game audio. I translate narrative, visuals, and interactive elements into compelling sonic experiences, and I happily switch between genres, moods, and formats.

I collaborate with directors, editors, developers, and designers to push creative and technical boundaries, delivering unique audio that elevates storytelling and gameplay across media. Based in Karlstadt, I enjoy exploring new tools and techniques and mentoring others in sound design and music production.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Composer & Sound Designer at C//K
August 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance composer and sound designer for games, film, and media, developing adaptive music systems, sound design, and immersive audio packages for various projects.
Composer, Sound Designer & Audio Producer at HandyGames
July 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Composed and produced music for titles including A Rat's Quest, Townsmen VR, Aces of the Luftwaffe 2, and Stunt Kite Master VR; created trailer music, in-game audio, and adaptive music systems; recorded voiceovers and Foley; contributed to Dolby Atmos releases.
Lecturer for Jazz Piano, Music Theory & Harmony at Volkshochschule Stuttgart
December 31, 2016 - October 11, 2025
Production Music (SRF, Music Sculptor) at SRF
January 1, 2012 - Present
Co-Founder at audiofin
January 1, 2011 - October 11, 2025
Co-founded an audio post-production company delivering sound design and film audio mixing for film, advertising, and music productions.
Piano & Keyboard Instructor at Musikschule Staudenmaier, Großbottwar
December 31, 2016 - October 11, 2025
Pianist & Keyboardist
January 1, 2004 - Present
Performances with various jazz, pop, and electronic ensembles.

Education

Postgraduate Program in Film Music and Sound Design at Filmakademie Baden Württemberg
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Jazz Piano Studies at University of Music Nuremberg
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Jazz Pop Piano Studies at Jazz Rock School Freiburg
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

Best Short Film award – In the Deathroom
January 1, 2014 - October 11, 2025
Audience Award – Max Ophüls Film Festival for Meine Beschneidung
January 1, 2013 - October 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Other, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper A Rats Quest - The Way Back Home

    Walt Disney Style Music Composition

    Follow Mat, the Scavenger, on his long journey to find his way back home. Experience a world full of threats from a rat’s unique perspective. Fight and sneak through this rodent’s most dangerous adventure and reunite him with the love of his life.
    https://www.twine.net/signin