My name is Derrek Clay. I’m a full-time audio engineer based in Nashville, TN — but working across the country. I’ve recently done audio work for Nissan, Chubbies Clothing, John Rich & Department of Homeland Security, and Ramsey Solutions. I specialize in sound for film, TV, YouTube, web content, podcasts, music, and more. High-quality audio is what defines a professional final product — and it’s what separates a memorable experience from an uninspiring one. As such, I take great pride in crafting sonic landscapes that elevate the visions of artists, stakeholders, and consumers alike — all while maintaining an extremely high standard of quality. I strive for absolute precision, with careful attention to detail and a strong work ethic. I’m also eager to collaborate with others to achieve an end-result that inspires all parties involved.

D Clay Audio

My name is Derrek Clay. I’m a full-time audio engineer based in Nashville, TN — but working across the country. I’ve recently done audio work for Nissan, Chubbies Clothing, John Rich & Department of Homeland Security, and Ramsey Solutions. I specialize in sound for film, TV, YouTube, web content, podcasts, music, and more. High-quality audio is what defines a professional final product — and it’s what separates a memorable experience from an uninspiring one. As such, I take great pride in crafting sonic landscapes that elevate the visions of artists, stakeholders, and consumers alike — all while maintaining an extremely high standard of quality. I strive for absolute precision, with careful attention to detail and a strong work ethic. I’m also eager to collaborate with others to achieve an end-result that inspires all parties involved.

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My name is Derrek Clay. I’m a full-time audio engineer based in Nashville, TN —
but working across the country.
I’ve recently done audio work for Nissan, Chubbies Clothing, John Rich & Department of Homeland Security, and Ramsey Solutions.

I specialize in sound for film, TV, YouTube, web content, podcasts, music, and more.

High-quality audio is what defines a professional final product — and it’s what separates a memorable experience from an uninspiring one.

As such, I take great pride in crafting sonic landscapes that elevate the visions of artists, stakeholders, and consumers alike — all while maintaining an extremely high standard of quality.

I strive for absolute precision, with careful attention to detail and a strong work ethic. I’m also eager to collaborate with others to achieve an end-result that inspires all parties involved.

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Work Experience

Audio Engineer at Ramsey Solutions
December 31, 2025 - July 23, 2025
Responsible for production and post-production audio duties for the Global Video Team, capturing and mixing high-quality audio for promotional videos, YouTube content, livestreams, and podcasts reaching millions weekly. Tasks included on-set dialogue capture, equipment setup, maintaining sync with camera, use of Pro Tools and iZotope RX for editing and restoration, sound design, music editing/assembly, and coordinating with creative teams to plan and execute projects.
Audio Engineer, Editor, Mixer, Music Composer at Freelance
January 1, 2017 - Present
Specialized in recording and mixing on-set audio with professional equipment, coordinating with directors and production staff. Proficient in advanced post-production tasks using Pro Tools, including editing, mixing, foley, sound design, SFX, music composition, audio restoration, dialogue repair, automation, and maintaining loudness standards for independent short films and YouTube content.
Copyright Associate – Copyright Data Clean Up Team at Concord Music Publishing, Inc.
December 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Managed a team responsible for song data maintenance in the iMaestro database, ensuring integrity and uniformity for publishing splits, song credits, and royalties.
Product Data Consultant – Global Data Operations Team at Warner Music Group, Inc.
September 30, 2020 - July 23, 2025
Researched and documented song credit information, maintained and updated product metadata for over 200 recording artists within the Global Content Data Management System.
Digital Admin Coordinator – Music Publishing Administration Team at Big Deal Music Group, Inc. (Hipgnosis Songs)
January 31, 2019 - July 23, 2025
Managed ingestion, auditing, and monetization of published works using the YouTube Content Management System.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Middle Tennessee State University
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
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