Joseph Williams

Interaction Sound Designer at Meta

Designed bespoke audio experiences across Meta’s product ecosystem, including custom hardware interaction sounds for Meta Quest VR and Horizon VR Worlds. Developed synthesized audio profiles for new WhatsApp features, optimizing mastering and mixing for iOS and desktop environments.

Sound Designer / Audio Engineer at The Morgan Library and Museum

In-house audio expert, overseeing recording, mixing, and mastering for exhibitions and digital content. Enhanced dialogue clarity through advanced noise reduction, improving accessibility for archival and public-facing materials. Composed original music for dozens of exhibitions, elevating immersive visitor experiences.

Interaction Sound Designer at Square Inc.

Crafted interaction sound profiles and sonic branding for Square’s flagship hardware and software products, including sound profiles for Square Terminal (2018), Square Register (2017), and iOS KDS system (2019). Collaborated with UX teams to design intuitive audio cues for menu navigation, improving cross-platform functionality. Managed tight deadlines while coordinating sound asset delivery across global teams.

Original Soundtrack / Music Supervision at 12 O’Clock Boys

Composed the original soundtrack for the SXSW 2013-nominated documentary, structuring nine pieces around a central thematic motif. Curated and licensed music from diverse artists to amplify the film’s narrative, ensuring cultural authenticity. Led post-production audio synchronization for worldwide theatrical and DVD release.

Freelance Sound Designer at Freelance

Delivered sound design and scoring for high-profile clients including Glossier, Gucci, Mercedes Benz, and Nike, aligning audio with brand identity.

Sound Designer, Audio Engineering at The Morgan Library and Museum

Served as in-house audio expert, overseeing recording, mixing, and mastering for exhibitions and digital content. Enhanced dialogue clarity through advanced noise reduction, improving accessibility for archival and public-facing materials. Composed original music for dozens of exhibitions, elevating immersive visitor experiences.

Original Soundtrack, Music Supervision at 12 O’Clock Boys

Composed the original soundtrack for the SXSW 2013-nominated documentary, structuring nine pieces around a central thematic motif. Curated and licensed music from diverse artists to amplify the film’s narrative, ensuring cultural authenticity. Led post-production audio synchronization for worldwide theatrical and DVD release.

Freelance Sound Design at Self-Employed / Freelance

Delivered sound design and scoring for high-profile clients including Glossier, Gucci, Mercedes Benz, and Nike, aligning audio with brand identity. Clients include: GLOSSIER, Y-3 ADIDAS, FERRAGMO, ACNE, GUCCI, NIKE, SUPREME, ASICS, BILLIE, OUR PLACE, STUSSY, VICE MEDIA, LUXOTTICA, VANS, ANDWANDER, MERCEDES.

Sound Designer / Interaction Sound Designer at Meta

Designed bespoke audio experiences across Meta’s product ecosystem, including custom hardware interaction sounds for Meta Quest VR and Horizon VR Worlds. Developed synthesized audio profiles for new WhatsApp features, optimizing mastering and mixing for iOS and desktop environments.

Interaction Sound Designer at Square Inc

Crafted interaction sound profiles and sonic branding for Square’s flagship hardware and software products, including sound profiles for Square Terminal (2018), Square Register (2017), and iOS KDS system (2019). Collaborated with UX teams to design intuitive audio cues for menu navigation, improving cross-platform functionality. Managed tight deadlines while coordinating sound asset delivery across global teams.

Freelance Sound Designer, Scoring, Mixing at Freelance

Delivered sound design and scoring for high-profile clients including Glossier, Gucci, Mercedes Benz, and Nike, aligning audio with brand identity. Clients include: GLOSSIER, Y-3 ADIDAS, FERRAGAMO ,ACNE, GUCCI, NIKE, SUPREME, ASICS, BILLIE, OUR PLACE, STUSSY, VICE MEDIA, LUXOTTICA, VANS, ANDWANDER, MERCEDES.