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Khatia Smith

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I'm Khatia Smith Blackwood, a sound designer and production professional based in Boston, MA, with roots in Blackwood, NJ.

About

I’m Khatia Smith Blackwood, a sound designer and production professional based in Boston, MA, with roots in Blackwood, NJ. I specialize in sound design, recording, and production coordination for film and live performance.

Over the past few years I’ve crafted marketing materials, coordinated events at venues, and supported indie films through on-set sound and boom operation. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning creative ideas into polished, audience-ready projects.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined May 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Work experience

Boom Operator · Urban Ed - Indie FilmJul 2023 – Jul 2023 · 1 mo

Operated boom microphone on set during a 15-day shoot; placed microphones, wired five actors, distributed Comtechs, and Tentacle audio recorders to crew; worked closely with on-set mentorship from a professional sound recordist.

Q Lab Stage Technician · Come On In LiveFeb 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 10 mos

Ran sound effects and projections using QLab for three live stage performances; kept pace with performer and live band; resolved technical issues with the QLab application during performances.

Creative & Administrative Intern · That Child Got Talent EntertainmentOct 2022 – Jul 2023 · 10 mos

Created marketing materials using Canva for two events and performances, including playbills, invitations, and posters. Coordinated venue logistics and vendor management for events at the Massachusetts State House and Roxbury Film Festival.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Visual & Media Arts · Emerson College, School of the Arts2030 – 2023
Bachelor of Arts in English · Hampton University2019 – 2021

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