I'm Andrew Dawson, a sound designer and post-production supervisor with decades of experience shaping audio for episodic TV, feature films, trailers, and marketing materials. I oversee end-to-end post-production sonic workflows, lead teams, and ensure target use of individual skills to achieve cohesive final mixes. I collaborate with directors, editors, and composers to craft immersive soundtracks and sonic identities, from initial design to final mix. I love coordinating recording sessions with performers and vendors to realize the creative vision and deliver polished, market-ready results.

Andrew Dawson

I'm Andrew Dawson, a sound designer and post-production supervisor with decades of experience shaping audio for episodic TV, feature films, trailers, and marketing materials. I oversee end-to-end post-production sonic workflows, lead teams, and ensure target use of individual skills to achieve cohesive final mixes. I collaborate with directors, editors, and composers to craft immersive soundtracks and sonic identities, from initial design to final mix. I love coordinating recording sessions with performers and vendors to realize the creative vision and deliver polished, market-ready results.

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I’m Andrew Dawson, a sound designer and post-production supervisor with decades of experience shaping audio for episodic TV, feature films, trailers, and marketing materials. I oversee end-to-end post-production sonic workflows, lead teams, and ensure target use of individual skills to achieve cohesive final mixes.

I collaborate with directors, editors, and composers to craft immersive soundtracks and sonic identities, from initial design to final mix. I love coordinating recording sessions with performers and vendors to realize the creative vision and deliver polished, market-ready results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Voice Actor at Independent Voice Actor
January 1, 1999 - Present
Professional level voice talent heard on numerous national advertisements, TV and feature films, video games and interactive media. Special skills in trailer/promos VO, commercial, characters, and ADR voice match. Professional home studio with Pro Tools, Source Connect and Zoom connections; YouTube channel: Andrew Dawson Sound & Voice.
Sound Supervisor at Universal Studios Hollywood
December 31, 1990 - December 31, 2011
Supervised editorial and final mix for hundreds of hours of episodic TV, feature films, theatrical trailers and marketing materials. Collaborated with creative teams in marketing and promotions; contributed to the overall campaign vision. Directed recording sessions and coordinated with directors, writers, editors and assistants. Managed post-production with vendors.
Sound Services Manager at Technicolor Sound Services
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2021
Provided post-production sound services; collaborated with creative teams; created bespoke sound design; oversaw recording sessions and post-production workflows.
Sound Designer / Post-Production Supervisor at Westwind Media LLC
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Supervised editorial and final mix for hundreds of hours of episodic TV, feature films, theatrical trailers and marketing materials. Collaborated with creative teams in marketing and promotions; contributed to overall campaign vision. Created specialized sound design; directed recording sessions; coordinated with directors, writers, and vendors.
Sound Designer / Post-Production at The Formosa Group (Los Angeles)
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Post-production sound services and supervision for TV series and features; collaborated with directors and editors; contributed to the sonic identity of campaigns.
Sound Designer & Supervisor at Westwind Media LLC
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Directed & supervised editorial and final mix for hundreds of hours of episodic TV, feature films, theatrical trailers, and marketing materials. Collaborated with creative teams in marketing to contribute to campaign vision. Created specialized sound design for each project and collaborated with composers and filmmakers to fashion cohesive and unique sonic tracks. Directed recording sessions, with emphasis on working with A-list actors and helping film makers achieve the best final mix. Coordinated with directors, writers, producers, editors, and assistants in post-production.
Sound Designer / Post-Production Supervisor at The Formosa Group (Los Angeles)
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2021
Supervised editorial and final mix for hundreds of hours of episodic TV, feature films, theatrical trailers, and marketing materials. Collaborated with creative teams in marketing and promotions to contribute to the overall campaign vision. Created specialized sound design for each project and collaborated with composers and filmmakers to craft cohesive soundtracks. Directed recording sessions and coordinated with directors, writers, producers, editors, and assistants.
Editor / Engineer / Producer at Technicolor Sound Services
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 2012
Edited and engineered / produced dozens of classical and jazz recordings. Emphasized location recording for large ensembles and symphonies; contributed to high-quality final masters and archival materials.
Sound Editor / Producer at Universal Studios Hollywood
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 2012
Contributed as a sound editor/producer on episodic TV and promotional projects, applying post-production sound techniques to enhance on-screen storytelling and audience engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Music and Audio Engineering at Indiana University - Bloomington
August 15, 1983 - May 15, 1988
Bachelor of Science in Music and Audio Engineering at Indiana University School of Music
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026
Performer’s Certificate in Trumpet at Indiana University School of Music
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026

Qualifications

Emmy Award Winner
May 1, 2013 - May 2, 2013
Performer’s Certificate in Trumpet
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026
Motion Picture Editors Guild (IATSE Local 700)
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026
SAG-AFTRA
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services