Audio Engineer, music producer and composer with hands-on experience across recording, editing, vocal production, mixing, mastering and post-production. Comfortable working with independent artists, commercial clients and media projects, taking productions from initial recording through to final delivery. Technically strong in studio workflows, signal flow, mic techniques, patch bays and troubleshooting across analogue and digital systems. Known for clear client communication, creative problem-solving, and delivering broadcast/industry-ready audio—including chart-credit production work associated with the BBC and commercial music releases.

Matthew C Burton

Audio Engineer, music producer and composer with hands-on experience across recording, editing, vocal production, mixing, mastering and post-production. Comfortable working with independent artists, commercial clients and media projects, taking productions from initial recording through to final delivery. Technically strong in studio workflows, signal flow, mic techniques, patch bays and troubleshooting across analogue and digital systems. Known for clear client communication, creative problem-solving, and delivering broadcast/industry-ready audio—including chart-credit production work associated with the BBC and commercial music releases.

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Audio Engineer, music producer and composer with hands-on experience across recording, editing, vocal production, mixing, mastering and post-production. Comfortable working with independent artists, commercial clients and media projects, taking productions from initial recording through to final delivery.

Technically strong in studio workflows, signal flow, mic techniques, patch bays and troubleshooting across analogue and digital systems. Known for clear client communication, creative problem-solving, and delivering broadcast/industry-ready audio—including chart-credit production work associated with the BBC and commercial music releases.

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Work Experience

Freelance Audio Engineer / Producer
January 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance recording, production and post-production across a range of artists and projects. Record and engineer artists in professional and mobile environments; manage full production from recording/editing through vocal tuning, arrangement, mix and master. Provide vocal production/editing/corrective processing to achieve professional-quality recordings, troubleshoot technical audio issues, adapt recording setups to different environments, and manage sessions through final audio delivery.
Freelance Music Producer / Post-Production Engineer
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Produced, engineered and mixed music for independent artists; built a post-production portfolio and maintained long-term client relationships. Engineered and produced 'Mango' by Bilal Shahid, reaching #25 in the Official BBC Asian Top 40 Chart in September 2018. Worked across recording, editing, arrangement, production and mixing to deliver projects to professional standards aligned to artist and client briefs.
Freelance Audio Engineer / Producer
January 1, 2017 - Present
Since 2017 (particularly from 2021 to present) managed projects from initial recording through completed mixes and masters. This included technical audio work plus strong client communication, organisation, problem-solving, and project management to maintain a comfortable professional environment for artists while meeting deadlines.
Audio Production / Technical Work Placement at Studio 12, Leeds
January 1, 2013 - Present
Completed 90 hours of professional work placement at Studio 12, working with Jamie Hutchinson. Delivered audio production masterclasses and one-to-one technical support; diagnosed and resolved technical audio issues in the studio environment; supported studio trainees with recording and production techniques. Completed post-production work for 'Map of Leeds' (Leeds City Council project) and edited video content plus produced original soundtracks for multiple project videos.
Founder / Producer / Engineer at Justnicebeats
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Founded and operated an independent audio production company providing music and commercial audio content. Produced high-quality music and jingles for a diverse range of clients. Worked with independent BBC Radio presenters and mainstream recording artists, managing recording, production, editing and mixing requirements. Handled project delivery from brief through to delivery, and managed business administration, marketing, online presence and client liaison.

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Qualifications

Foundation Degree — Music for Moving Image
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Advanced Music Production Course
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Logic 101 Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
LSIS Safeguarding Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Logic 101 Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
LSIS Safeguarding Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Foundation Degree — Music for Moving Imagse
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Advanced Music Production Course
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Logic 101 Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
LS IS Safeguarding Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Logic 101 Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
LS IS Safeguarding Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026

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