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Hi, I’m Islam Fouad Mahdi, a seasoned sound designer and engineer with extensive experience in live event production, studio recording, and audio post-production. I design, mix, and master sounds for music, film, and broadcast, and I love solving creative audio challenges with a collaborative, friendly approach.
I’m proficient with Pro Tools, Audition, and FL Studio, with a keen ear for detail and a commitment to delivering high-impact audio experiences. I thrive on teamwork with artists, directors, and producers to bring stories to life through sound.
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Work Experience
Editor at Copalet Communications, Cairo, Egypt
July 31, 2014 - July 22, 2025Editor of some films and videos.
Sound Engineer at Al-Tahrir News Paper, Giza, Egypt
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025Audio Engineer responsible for recording and mixing. Playlist maker at 'Hona Al-Qahira' Radio Station. Sound Designer and Mixer for audio boxes, radio programs, and short films for news at YouTube channels. Managed mixing of audios for the company.
Sound Engineer at Fatma Roshdy Theatre, Cairo
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025Audio Engineer for recording and mixing songs of the play 'El-Hala Tawahan'.
Sound Designer at BatCave Studio, Cairo
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025Audio Engineer responsible for recording, sound design, and mixing with mastering for all audio-visual work in the studio.
Sound Designer & Mixing at Halawany Music Studio, Cairo
September 30, 2022 - July 22, 2025Handled recording, sound design, and mixing of all audiovisual content in the studio, including recording and mixing songs.
Sound Engineer at Tarek Nour Communications, Cairo
August 1, 2023 - PresentRecording, sound design, and mixing of all audiovisual content in the studio, including recording and mixing songs.
Sound Engineer at The Garage Sound Studio
April 30, 2021 - July 30, 2025Audio Engineer responsible for all ADV including recording, sound design, mixing, and mastering.
Sound engineer at Freelancer
August 1, 2020 - PresentMusic Producer / Audio Engineer at Max McCoy Music
January 1, 2013 - PresentProvided music production, audio mixing, and mastering services to various independent artists and projects. Delivered professional sound engineering across multiple genres including pop, rock, and electronic music. Managed studio sessions, collaborated creatively with musicians, and ensured high-quality final productions.
Studio Assistant at Avalon Studios, Manchester
December 31, 2012 - September 4, 2025Assisted senior audio engineers with recording sessions, equipment setup, and maintenance. Supported artists during recordings and took part in editing and mixing processes. Gained hands-on experience with analog and digital studio equipment.
Sound Engineer at Tarek Nour Communications
August 1, 2023 - PresentResponsible for recording, sound design, and mixing all advertisements in studio settings.
Sound Designer at Halawany Music Studio
August 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022In charge of recording, sound design, and mixing various audio projects.
Sound Engineer at The Garage Sound Studio
January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2021Handled all audio recordings, sound design, and mixing for different projects.
Sound Designer at BatCave Studio
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019Engaged in recording, sound design, and mixing tasks while mastering various advertisements.
Sound Engineer at Fatma Roshdy Theatre
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Responsible for recording and mixing songs for theatrical productions.
Audio Engineer at Al-Tahrir News Paper
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019Handled audio recording and mixing for news segments and radio programs.
Sound Engineer at Aroma
September 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions; optimized songs and albums; regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions; sound design for ads, films & series.
Sound Engineer at Circle Postproduction
June 1, 2020 - PresentPrepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones. Mixing & Mastering for all projects. Collaborated with clients to determine project scopes and milestones. Sound design for film and series projects, and mixing.
Sound Engineer at Halawany Music Studio
August 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022Recording, Sound Design, Mixing; all ADV in the studio; Recording And Mixing Songs.
Sound Engineer at Fatma Rushdy Theatre
January 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019Audio Engineer; recording & mixing songs of 'El-Hala Tawahan' play.
Sound Engineer at Batcave Studio
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018Recording, Sound design & Mixing with Mastering all ADV in studio.
Sound Engineer at Altahrir New (Hona alqahera Radio)
March 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019Recording & mixing; Playlist maker at Hona Al-Qahira radio station. Sound Designer & Mixing (Audio Box, Radio Program, Short Films for news on YouTube); Mixing any audio for the company.
Education
High School Diploma at Maadi Secondary School, Maadi
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005Bachelor's Degree at Helwan University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009Secondary School Diploma at Maadi Secondary School, Maadi
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Popular Music at University of Salford
September 1, 2009 - June 30, 2012Good at Helwan University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009Not specified at Maadi Secondary School
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Bachelor of Language Arts Education at Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Education
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