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Hirad Alavifard

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Hi, I’m Hirad Alavifard, a London-based sound editor, Foley artist and dialogue editor with over seven years of professional experience in television and film.

About

Hi, I’m Hirad Alavifard, a London-based sound editor, Foley artist and dialogue editor with over seven years of professional experience in television and film. I specialize in post-production, recording, and design, collaborating with renowned directors and working on fiction and documentary projects across multiple countries. I currently reside in London on a Global Talent visa endorsed by Arts Council England.

Over the years I’ve contributed to more than 70 national and international projects showcased at prestigious festivals including Venice, Berlin, Locarno, IDFA, Sheffield, and more. I’ve collaborated with acclaimed editors, supervisors, and directors such as Ensieh Maleki, and I’ve worked with Academy Award–level professionals on projects across the USA, UK, Iran, France, and beyond. I’m always excited to explore new collaborations and creative challenges.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 6 roles

Audio Editor · SideJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Audio Editor at Side; editing, mixing and sound design for various projects.

Sound Editor, Dialogue Editor, SFX Main Dialogue Editor · FreelanceJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Sound editing, dialogue editing for fiction and documentary projects; AMPS member; global collaborations.

Sound Editor; Dialogue Editor; SFX Main Dialogue Editor · SideJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Sound editor, dialogue editor, and SFX main dialogue editor on fiction and documentary projects with international recognition; freelance.

Sound Editor, Dialogue Editor, SFX Main Dialogue Editor · Side (Freelance)Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
Sound Editor, Dialogue Editor, SFX Main Dialogue Editor · Side (Side Inc.)Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
Foley Artist & Editor · FreelanceJan 2017 – Dec 2021 · 5 yrs

Education· 12

Master of Arts in Film Making (Recording, Post-production, Design) · Goldsmiths, University of London2023 – 2024
Bachelor of Audio Technology · Azad University of Tehran, Central Branch2018 – 2022
Bachelor of Urban Planning · Pardis University2012 – 2016
MA Film Making (Recording, Post-production, Design) · Goldsmiths University of London2018 – 2022

Certifications and awards

IDFA Award for Best Feature-Length Documentary (Winner)2030 – 2026
IDFA Award for Best Creative Use of Archive (Winner)2030 – 2026
IDFA Award for Best Creative Use of Archive2030 – 2026
IDFA Best Creative Use of Archive (Winner)2030 – 2026

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