Hi, I’m Max Aharon, an audio engineer and sound designer focused on creating immersive sound for film, TV, podcasts, and music projects. I edit, design, record, and mix across formats, from 5.1 post to advanced video podcasting, with a collaborative approach that keeps the story front and center. I’m based in Montclair, NJ, and have built and run studios, collaborated with national brands, and mentored artists. My work blends technical precision with creative storytelling, and I thrive in fast-paced teams where sound can elevate every moment.

Max Aharon

Hi, I’m Max Aharon, an audio engineer and sound designer focused on creating immersive sound for film, TV, podcasts, and music projects. I edit, design, record, and mix across formats, from 5.1 post to advanced video podcasting, with a collaborative approach that keeps the story front and center. I’m based in Montclair, NJ, and have built and run studios, collaborated with national brands, and mentored artists. My work blends technical precision with creative storytelling, and I thrive in fast-paced teams where sound can elevate every moment.

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Hi, I’m Max Aharon, an audio engineer and sound designer focused on creating immersive sound for film, TV, podcasts, and music projects. I edit, design, record, and mix across formats, from 5.1 post to advanced video podcasting, with a collaborative approach that keeps the story front and center.

I’m based in Montclair, NJ, and have built and run studios, collaborated with national brands, and mentored artists. My work blends technical precision with creative storytelling, and I thrive in fast-paced teams where sound can elevate every moment.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Post Engineer at Promedia
January 1, 2018 - Present
Post production: editing, sound design, ADR, VO, live video recording/sync, transfer, rerecording, mixing in 5.1, and video switching; advanced video podcasting; studio maintenance, construction, and wiring
Audio Post/Film Score Mixer at Quiver
January 1, 2014 - Present
Recording, mixing, and mastering for various feature documentaries; VO & music recording for national TV spots
Podcast Engineer at Hangar Studios
July 1, 2019 - October 11, 2025
Recorded and edited hundreds of podcasts for clients including Syfy, Deloitte, and Avon; recorded and edited for private podcasts, including “The Chicken Soup For The Soul Podcast”; studio maintenance and construction
Audio Engineer / Owner at Bushwick Audio
January 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Designed, built, and ran a recording studio in Bushwick, catering to Brooklyn music clients; recorded, mixed and mastered multiple projects; handled booking, invoicing, payroll, and overall management
Intern at The Cutting Room Studios
January 1, 2016 - October 11, 2025
Ran Protools, worked with an SSL Duality Console, and set up microphones for A-list artists
Intern at Brooklyn Recording
September 1, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Ran Protools, plus recall and patching for the Neve 8088/8078 custom console; assisted world class engineers and A-list clients at a jazz-focused studio
Intern at Jazz House Kids
August 1, 2011 - October 11, 2025
Performed admin and ensemble setup for a non-profit which brought jazz education to inner-city schools; taught classes, private lessons, and music conservatory prep
Audio Post Engineer at Promedia
January 1, 2018 - Present
Post production: editing, sound design, ADR, VO, live video recording/sync, transfer, rerecording, mixing in 5.1, and video switching. Advanced video podcasting. Studio maintenance, construction, and wiring.
Audio Post/Film Score Mixer at Quiver
January 1, 2014 - Present
Recording, mixing, and mastering for various feature documentaries. VO & music recording for national TV spots
Podcast Engineer at Hangar Studios
July 1, 2019 - October 11, 2025
Recorded and edited hundreds of podcasts for clients including Syfy, Deloitte, and Avon. Recorded and edited for private podcasts, including “The Chicken Soup For The Soul Podcast.” Studio maintenance and construction
Audio Engineer / Owner at Bushwick Audio
January 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Designed, built, and ran a recording studio in Bushwick, catering to Brooklyn music clients. Recorded, mixed and mastered multiple projects. Handled booking, invoicing, payroll, and overall management
Intern at The Cutting Room Studios
January 1, 2016 - October 11, 2025
Ran Protools, worked with an SSL Duality Console, and set up microphones for A-list artists
Assistant Engineer at Brooklyn Recording
September 1, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Ran Protools, plus recall and patching for the Neve 8088/8078 custom console. Assisted world class engineers and A-list clients at a jazz-focused studio
Administrator & Instructor at Jazz House Kids
August 1, 2011 - October 11, 2025
Performed admin and ensemble setup for a non-profit which brought jazz education to inner-city schools. Taught classes, private lessons, and music conservatory prep
Audio Post Engineer at Promedia
January 1, 2018 - Present
Post production: editing, sound design, ADR, VO, live video recording/sync, transfer, rerecording, mixing in 5.1, and video switching; Advanced video podcasting; Studio maintenance, construction, and wiring
Audio Post/Film Score Mixer at Quiver NYC
January 1, 2014 - Present
Recording, mixing, and mastering for various feature documentaries; VO & music recording for national TV spots
Podcast Engineer at Hangar Studios
July 1, 2019 - October 13, 2025
Recorded and edited hundreds of podcasts for clients including Syfy, Deloitte, and Avon; Recorded and edited for private podcasts, including “The Chicken Soup For The Soul Podcast”; Studio maintenance and construction
Owner / Audio Engineer at Bushwick Audio
January 1, 2018 - October 13, 2025
Designed, built, and ran a recording studio in Bushwick, catering to Brooklyn music clients; Recorded, mixed and mastered multiple projects; Handled booking, invoicing, payroll, and overall management
Intern at The Cutting Room Studios
January 1, 2016 - October 13, 2025
Ran Protools, worked with an SSL Duality Console, and set up microphones for A-list artists
Intern at Brooklyn Recording
September 1, 2013 - October 13, 2025
Ran Protools, plus recall and patching for the Neve 8088/8078 custom console; Assisted world class engineers and A-list clients at a jazz-focused studio
Admin / Ensemble Setup / Teacher at Jazz House Kids
August 1, 2011 - October 13, 2025
Performed admin and ensemble setup for a non-profit which brought jazz education to inner-city schools; Taught classes, private lessons, and music conservatory prep

Education

Jazz Upright Bass Performance & Audio Engineering at William Paterson University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Jazz Upright Bass Performance at Rutgers University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
at Mason Grosse Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
Jazz Upright Bass Performance & Audio Engineering at William Paterson University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Jazz Upright Bass Performance at Rutgers University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
at Mason Grosse Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
Jazz Upright Bass Performance & Audio Engineering at William Paterson University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Jazz Upright Bass Performance at Rutgers University - Mason Gross Conservatory
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

AVID ProTools 12 User
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
AVID ProTools 12 Operator (Specialization in post-production)
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
AVID ProTools 12 User
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
AVID ProTools 12 Operator (Specialization in post-production)
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025
AVID Pro Tools 12 User
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
AVID ProTools 12 Operator (Specialization in post-production)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization