I'm Moukhtar Doughan, a Lebanese-German sound engineer and audio producer with a passion for shaping sound across genres from TV and film to music. My career spans studios in Beirut and Berlin, where I mix, master, and design sound for local and international artists, TV networks, and streaming platforms. I thrive on collaborative projects and delivering clear, balanced audio that enhances storytelling. I'm fluent in German, English, and Arabic, and I love teaching others, as shown by my roles as a production tutor and festival speaker. When I'm not in the studio, I enjoy exploring new soundscapes and mentoring upcoming engineers.

Moukhtar Doughan

I'm Moukhtar Doughan, a Lebanese-German sound engineer and audio producer with a passion for shaping sound across genres from TV and film to music. My career spans studios in Beirut and Berlin, where I mix, master, and design sound for local and international artists, TV networks, and streaming platforms. I thrive on collaborative projects and delivering clear, balanced audio that enhances storytelling. I'm fluent in German, English, and Arabic, and I love teaching others, as shown by my roles as a production tutor and festival speaker. When I'm not in the studio, I enjoy exploring new soundscapes and mentoring upcoming engineers.

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I’m Moukhtar Doughan, a Lebanese-German sound engineer and audio producer with a passion for shaping sound across genres from TV and film to music. My career spans studios in Beirut and Berlin, where I mix, master, and design sound for local and international artists, TV networks, and streaming platforms. I thrive on collaborative projects and delivering clear, balanced audio that enhances storytelling.

I’m fluent in German, English, and Arabic, and I love teaching others, as shown by my roles as a production tutor and festival speaker. When I’m not in the studio, I enjoy exploring new soundscapes and mentoring upcoming engineers.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Mixing / Mastering Engineer at IPH Studios
January 1, 2024 - November 10, 2025
Audio mixing process for voice-over recordings; mixing and mastering projects for Cartoon Network MENA, Shahed, Disney Plus Arabia, MBC, LBCI, MTV Lebanon; Dubbing for Warner Bros MENA, MBC1, BEIN, Cartoon Network MENA, Shahed, HBO (Arabic dubbing) and more.
Sound Engineer / Audio Production at Riverside Studios
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Managed audio recording and mixing sessions; utilized advanced audio equipment and plugins to capture pristine sound quality; assistant producer / mix engineer for local and international artists.
Owner / Studio Manager at Swing-Time Records Studios
January 1, 2008 - November 10, 2025
Managed over 100 studio sessions, ensuring high quality audio capture; mixed and mastered tracks for 100+ artists; collaborated with international and local artists; completed diverse audio projects for TV commercials; over 15 years’ experience in sound design and composition.
GM Office Manager/Administration at METS Energy
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Handled company vehicles to ensure timely deliveries; supervised maintenance and procurement teams; audited quality of work; managed work schedules and ensured tools and uniforms were disseminated in a timely manner.

Education

Audio Engineer Degree at SAE ( The Creative Media Institute )
September 1, 2015 - October 4, 2017
Got the highest grade on the final production on local and international students.
High School Diploma at International School of Choueifat (SABIS)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2008
B.S. Degree in Business - Management Emphasis at Lebanese American University (LAU)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2014
Audio Engineer Degree at SAE Institute Berlin (The Creative Media Institute)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

FL Studio Speaker
October 20, 2019 - October 27, 2019
Representative and Main Speaker for FL Studio at the DAW festival in Dubai, UAE
Production Tutor
October 4, 2019 - October 4, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education