I'm a seasoned audio professional with extensive experience in sound design, re-recording, and music production for film and television. I deliver high-quality mixes and create immersive soundscapes for top-tier clients, collaborating closely with producers and networks to elevate every project. I pride myself on technical expertise, creative collaboration, and a rigorous approach to organization and delivery. I love building durable workflows, mentoring others, and bringing stories to life through sound.…

John Franco

I'm a seasoned audio professional with extensive experience in sound design, re-recording, and music production for film and television. I deliver high-quality mixes and create immersive soundscapes for top-tier clients, collaborating closely with producers and networks to elevate every project. I pride myself on technical expertise, creative collaboration, and a rigorous approach to organization and delivery. I love building durable workflows, mentoring others, and bringing stories to life through sound.…

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I’m a seasoned audio professional with extensive experience in sound design, re-recording, and music production for film and television. I deliver high-quality mixes and create immersive soundscapes for top-tier clients, collaborating closely with producers and networks to elevate every project.

I pride myself on technical expertise, creative collaboration, and a rigorous approach to organization and delivery. I love building durable workflows, mentoring others, and bringing stories to life through sound.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Re-Recording Mixer, Sound Editor, ADR & VO Recordist at Post Modern Sound / Smart Post Sound
January 1, 2017 - Present
Deliver final mixes meeting network broadcast standards in 5.1 and Dolby Atmos 7.1.4; collaborate with producers and networks on Hallmark, Lifetime, Netflix, Apple, Amazon, Paramount projects; maintain strict naming and organization for dialogue and SFX for editing and delivery.
Dialogue Editor at The Mix Room
January 1, 2025 - Present
Edit dialogue for Reality TV shows and Documentaries with the mix process in mind; clean and craft dialogue using tools such as RX; adjust peak volume to meet network specifications; deliver a mix-ready edit for stage.
Owner / Operator at Precision Mobile ADR
January 1, 2015 - Present
Designed and built a mobile ADR trailer; coordinated remote ADR sessions connecting on-set talent with LA studios via Zoom and Source-Connect; delivered fully organized Pro Tools sessions to post-production teams.
Sound Assistant at Western Post / Keystone Entertainment Post Production
May 1, 2022 - May 22, 2022
Edited dialogue and SFX; created loop sheets and temp mixes for Netflix's Phantom Pups; supported 5.1 surround stage mixes and resolved technical issues during sessions.
Foley Recordist & Editor at Kustom Kut Productions
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Recorded detailed Foley and edited high-quality tracks for feature films; prepared edits for final mix.
On-Set Sound Assistant at IATSE 891
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Assisted on shows like The Magicians and Arrow; mic placement, set prep, and equipment handling.
Sound Department at New Image College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2025
Collaborated with student productions on short films; recorded and mixed full audio post; designed and taught a course covering ADR, VO recording, and sound fundamentals for actors.
Voice Over Recordist at Electronic Arts
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Recorded voice performances for titles including SSX, FIFA, Medal of Honor, and NHL; Sound Recordist in the MOCAP department.
Music Producer & Engineer at Soulcraft Sound
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013
Produced Vancouver artists; recorded at multiple studios; specialized in large-format console recording (SSL, Neve) and outboard gear integration.
Composer, Singer & Guitarist at By A Thread (Band)
January 1, 1997 - Present
Released album 'Mirrored Life' on Spartan Records; toured North America; featured in the video game Amped; currently writing and recording a third studio album.
Post Production Sound Assistant at Western Post / Keystone Entertainment
May 22, 2022 - Present
Edited dialogue and SFX; created loop sheets and temp mixes for Netflix's Phantom Pups. Supported 5.1 surround stage mixes and resolved technical issues during sessions.
Voice Over Recordist at Electronic Arts Media Works
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Recorded voice performances for titles including SSX, FIFA, Medal of Honor, and NHL. Sound Recordist in the MOCAP department.
Music Producer & Engineer at Soulkraft Sound
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013
Produced Vancouver artists; recorded at studios like The Armory, The Warehouse, Vogville, Greenhouse. Specialized in large-format console recording (SSL, Neve) and outboard gear integration.
Re-Recorder, Sound Editor, ADR & VO Recordist at Post Modern Sound / Smart Post Sound
January 1, 2017 - Present
Deliver final mixes meeting network broadcast standards in 5.1 and Dolby Atmos 7.1.4; work directly with producers and networks on Hallmark, Lifetime, Netflix, Apple, Amazon, Paramount projects; maintain rigorous naming and organization of dialogue and SFX for editing and delivery.
VO Recorder, Dialogue Editor, and Mastering Technician at Beyond Motion Capture Studio
January 1, 2026 - Present
Editing VO dialogue for a game title to specifications involving de-noising, de-debreaths and declicking; Mastering and leveling audio to spec for direct implementation. Recorded VO with Voice Actor and Director present using Reaper on Mac and in-house applications for organization throughout the production process.
AI Prompt Dialogue Editor & Mastering Technician at Side Inc.
January 1, 2025 - Present
Editing VO dialogue for multiple languages to very strict specifications involving de-noising, de-debreaths and declicking, with all audio cut to zero crossing without fades. Mastering and leveling all audio to -21 LUFS while following naming conventions for each folder and file.
Foley Recordist & Editor at Kustom Kreation Productions
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Recorded detailed Foley and edited high-quality tracks for feature films; prepared edits for final mix.

Education

Diploma in Sound Design for Visual Media at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Diploma in Sound Design for Visual Media at VFS - Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Diploma in Sound Design for Visual Media at Vancouver Film School (VFS)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Leo Awards Winner - Best Sound, Animation Program (Peanuts Presents: Home, Franklin 2025)
January 1, 2025 - February 18, 2026
Canadian Screen Awards Nominee - Best Sound, Animation (Snoopy Presents: One of a Kind Marcie, 2024)
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Leo Awards Nominee - Best Sound, Animation Program (Snoopy Presents: One of a Kind Marcie, 2024)
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Leo Awards Nominee - Best Sound, Animation Program (Peanuts Presents: For Auld Lang Syne, 2022)
January 1, 2022 - February 18, 2026
Fox 99.3FM Seeds Competition - Best Local Band (By A Thread, 2003)
January 1, 2003 - February 18, 2026
Leo Awards - Best Sound, Animation Program (Peanuts Presents: Home, Franklin 2025)
January 1, 2025 - February 18, 2026
Canadian Screen Awards Nominee - Best Sound, Animation (Snoopy Presents: One of a Kind Marcie, 2024)
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Leo Awards Nominee - Best Sound, Animation Program (Snoopy Presents: One of a Kind Marcie, 2024)
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Leo Awards Nominee - Best Sound, Animation Program (Peanuts Presents: For Auld Lang Syne, 2022)
January 1, 2022 - February 18, 2026
Fox 99.3FM Seeds Competition - Best Local Band (By A Thread, 2003)
January 1, 2003 - February 18, 2026
Pro Tools Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Other

Skills

Experience Level