I'm Dylan, a record producer, audio engineer, songwriter, and composer with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Music and Sound Recording from the University of York. I specialise in recording, engineering, mixing, mastering, songwriting, and composition across genres including pop, rock, electronic, folk, classical and more. I'm proficient in Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reaper, and Sibelius, and I also compose for film and visual media. I strive to create sonically refined productions that combine technical precision with your unique vision. Get in touch if you'd like to work together!…

Dylan Hooper

I'm Dylan, a record producer, audio engineer, songwriter, and composer with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Music and Sound Recording from the University of York. I specialise in recording, engineering, mixing, mastering, songwriting, and composition across genres including pop, rock, electronic, folk, classical and more. I'm proficient in Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reaper, and Sibelius, and I also compose for film and visual media. I strive to create sonically refined productions that combine technical precision with your unique vision. Get in touch if you'd like to work together!…

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I’m Dylan, a record producer, audio engineer, songwriter, and composer with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Music and Sound Recording from the University of York. I specialise in recording, engineering, mixing, mastering, songwriting, and composition across genres including pop, rock, electronic, folk, classical and more. I’m proficient in Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reaper, and Sibelius, and I also compose for film and visual media.

I strive to create sonically refined productions that combine technical precision with your unique vision. Get in touch if you’d like to work together!

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Skills

Experience Level

Audio
Expert
Logic Pro
Expert
Mix
Expert
Sibelius
Expert
Ableton Live
Expert
Izotope Neutron
Expert
Izotope Ozone
Expert
Leadership
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Music Theory
Expert
reaper
Expert
Melodyne
Intermediate
Pro Tools
Intermediate
Voiceover
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assisstant Audio Engineer & Editor at Woodcroft Audio
July 28, 2026 - Present
- Assist with audio engineering, editing and session preparation across professional projects. - Edit audio, MIDI and samples as part of the production process, including drum replacement and reinforcement. - Work with professional recording software and equipment across recording, editing and music production, with hands-on audio-engineering experience. - Credited as Assistant Editor on albums upon release.
Session Musician at University of York
February 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026
Worked as a session musician at short notice for student workshops, learning and recording songs under time constraints. Advised on microphone placement and recording techniques to support consistent capture and professional results. Strengthened performance and recording skills while improving communication and collaboration in an academic studio environment.
Freelance Musician, Producer & Audio Engineer at Freelance
November 1, 2022 - Present
- Work independently as an audio engineer, record producer, singer-songwriter and composer across a wide range of musical styles and projects. - Write, compose, arrange and perform original music, alongside recording, editing, mixing and mastering. - Collaborate with artists and musicians on songwriting, arrangement and production, helping develop their musical ideas. - Recorded and engineered guide voiceover narration for the upcoming documentary about Swedish rock band Europe. - The 8:48: Performed extensively across South Wales as a member of the band, building a strong, local following. Co-wrote, recorded, produced, mixed and mastered the Now in a Minute EP at age 17.
Piano Teacher (Self-employed)
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Taught Grade 1 piano lessons, focusing on developing initial piano techniques and teaching pieces from the ABRSM syllabus. Worked with young learners, including students with learning difficulties, improving adaptability and communication skills.
Assisstant Musical Director at Billboard Ensemble
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
- Taught musical theatre numbers to children, developing group singing, harmonies, melody, dynamics, timing, and musical expression. - Led rehearsals and directed groups of young performers, developing musical skills alongside confidence, teamwork and performance ability. - Provided guidance on phrasing, pronunciation, rhythm and breath control to improve confidence and musical delivery. - Supported and supervised a toddler during musical theatre activities, helping them learn and participate in musical numbers
Customer Assistant at Tesco Express
July 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
Delivered high-standard customer service across multiple Tesco Express stores in the UK, while managing stock and shop-floor duties. Collaborated closely with colleagues and supported store needs through overtime. Developed strong time management, multitasking, and resilience in fast-paced retail conditions.
Kitchen Porter at THE FONTYGARY INN
August 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022
- Assisted with food preparation, cleaning, stock handling and occasional food service in a busy pub environment. - Worked effectively as part of a team while maintaining high standards of hygiene, organisation and time management under pressure.

Education

BA (Hons) Music and Sound Recording at University of York
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026
First-Class Honours
A levels at Barry Sixth Form
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022
Music (A), Mathematics (A), Drama (B), Welsh Baccalaureate (A)

Qualifications

ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory
March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
ABRSM Grade 7 Piano
November 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail
    Disappearer - Dub ('Live Lounge' Style Recording)
    Disappearer are a three-piece alternative/shoegaze band based in York. I recorded a ‘Live Lounge’ style recording of their song, Dub, exploring concealed interventionism and the role bleed plays to produce liveness.…
    Valenta - Saving Me Again
    Valenta are a four-piece garage rock band based in York. This track, Saving Me Again, was recorded with the band all in the same room in attempt to capture the 'liveness' of the song. Written and performed by Matthew Hallam (vocals and guitar), Jake Phillips, Sam Roddis (drums) and Issac Gorman (keys).…
    Dylan Hooper - Blurred View
    Blurred View is a pop-rock ballad centred on themes of introspection, perseverance, and personal growth. Written in March 2021, the song reflects on feelings of uncertainty and emotional struggle while searching for clarity and hope. Over the years, the track evolved through several different iterations, growing alongside my own development as a musician and producer. What began as a bedroom pop recording eventually transformed into the version heard today. Despite the many revisions, the song's central themes remained unchanged. Blurred View captures a moment of reflection and uncertainty, while its evolution over several years reflects my development as both a songwriter and producer. The final version represents the culmination of that journey.…