Audio and sound engineer with experience across recording, editing, mixing, music production, Foley, and post-production. Strong studio operations focus, reliable session management, and the ability to troubleshoot analog and digital audio equipment to minimize downtime. Values teamwork, dedication, and a student mindset—staying adaptable and learning continuously in every situation. Comfortable collaborating with artists and producers to shape sonic direction, while taking accountability for my own actions.

Magalo Mgabi

Audio and sound engineer with experience across recording, editing, mixing, music production, Foley, and post-production. Strong studio operations focus, reliable session management, and the ability to troubleshoot analog and digital audio equipment to minimize downtime. Values teamwork, dedication, and a student mindset—staying adaptable and learning continuously in every situation. Comfortable collaborating with artists and producers to shape sonic direction, while taking accountability for my own actions.

Next availability:
September 30, 2026

Audio and sound engineer with experience across recording, editing, mixing, music production, Foley, and post-production. Strong studio operations focus, reliable session management, and the ability to troubleshoot analog and digital audio equipment to minimize downtime.

Values teamwork, dedication, and a student mindset—staying adaptable and learning continuously in every situation. Comfortable collaborating with artists and producers to shape sonic direction, while taking accountability for my own actions.

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Work Experience

Lead audio engineering (recording and mixing) at Logic Prox / FLS Studio studio environment (Sound Engineering projects)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Lead audio engineering for recording and mixing across various music genres and post-production projects. Oversees daily studio operations to ensure optimal workflow, equipment availability, and session readiness. Ensures session files are correctly saved and backed up. Manages and mentors engineering staff and interns, assigns sessions, and provides technical guidance. Maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots analog and digital studio equipment to minimize downtime. Collaborates with artists and producers on technical and creative direction and proactively resolves technical and operational issues while maintaining healthy working relationships.
Lead Audio Engineer at Logic Proxfl Studio
August 1, 2024 - Present
Lead audio engineering for recording and mixing across various music genres and post-production projects. Oversees daily studio operations to ensure optimal workflow, equipment availability, and session readiness. Ensures session files are saved correctly and backed up. Manages and mentors engineering staff and interns, assigning sessions and providing technical guidance. Maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots analog and digital studio equipment to minimize downtime. Collaborates with artists and producers to shape sonic direction, offering both technical and creative input. Proactively resolves technical and operational issues while maintaining healthy relationships with artists and producers.
Sales consultant at Santam Insurance
March 1, 2022 - January 2, 2025
Team-based sales and administration role supporting one common objective. Responsibilities included consultation with customers and administrative support as part of the sales function.
Sound engineering (internship/entry role)
July 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Sound design, audio editing, promo creation, mixing/production, Foley, music production, and film scoring. Also involved in advert music creation and kept learning new material. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
Sound Engineer
July 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Sound design and audio editing including creating promotional audio, audio mixing, Foley, music production, film scoring, and advert music creation. Kept a strong focus on learning new material and collaborating effectively in a team environment.
Insurance agent (sales / underwriting support) at Vukhetar Risk Services
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022
Quoted clients for short-term insurance. Underwrote clients for policy schedules and acted as a sales agent. Compiled daily reports and sent emails to clients.
Sales Consultant
February 1, 2020 - January 31, 2025
Sales and administration role working in a team to achieve a common objective. Quoted clients for short-term insurance and underwrote clients for policy schedules. Compiled daily reports and sent emails to clients.
Radio DJ / Station programmer (audio editing, podcasting, IT support) at African Media / Capx Radio (as listed)
June 1, 2018 - May 31, 2019
Performed radio DJ and station programming duties including audio editing, music selection, promo creation, and mixing. Provided IT support and supported sound design and podcasting workflows. Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to deliver results and improve operations while working in a team.
Radio DJ / Station Programmer
June 1, 2018 - May 31, 2019
Radio DJ and station programming responsibilities including audio editing, music selection, promo creation, and mixing. Provided IT support, sound design, podcasting, and audio demonstrations while demonstrating consistent hard work and dedication to improve operations and achieve common team goals.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education at Sound Engineering Academy
January 1, 2026 - August 12, 2026
Diploma of Higher Education at Sound Engineering Academy
January 1, 2026 - August 12, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma of Higher Education
January 1, 2026 - August 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Financial Services