Hi, I’m Nicholas Howe — an experienced audio engineer, mixer, and musician with a strong background in Hollywood studios and post-production. I specialize in VO/ADR recording, sound design, mixing, and editing for film, television, and streaming, and I also design and troubleshoot AV and videoconferencing systems, including setup, upgrades, and maintenance. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy balancing technical precision with creative storytelling. Over the years I’ve worked with clients such as Netflix, Lionsgate, Saban, A24, Pantelion, and more, releasing titles for theatrical, streaming, and home video. I’ve supported VO/ADR sessions, conformed stems in 5.1 and 2.0, and I’ve contributed to GUI-driven system designs and equipment planning. I’m passionate about helping teams achieve sonic excellence while keeping gear reliable and up-to-date.…

Nicholas Howe

Hi, I’m Nicholas Howe — an experienced audio engineer, mixer, and musician with a strong background in Hollywood studios and post-production. I specialize in VO/ADR recording, sound design, mixing, and editing for film, television, and streaming, and I also design and troubleshoot AV and videoconferencing systems, including setup, upgrades, and maintenance. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy balancing technical precision with creative storytelling. Over the years I’ve worked with clients such as Netflix, Lionsgate, Saban, A24, Pantelion, and more, releasing titles for theatrical, streaming, and home video. I’ve supported VO/ADR sessions, conformed stems in 5.1 and 2.0, and I’ve contributed to GUI-driven system designs and equipment planning. I’m passionate about helping teams achieve sonic excellence while keeping gear reliable and up-to-date.…

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Hi, I’m Nicholas Howe — an experienced audio engineer, mixer, and musician with a strong background in Hollywood studios and post-production. I specialize in VO/ADR recording, sound design, mixing, and editing for film, television, and streaming, and I also design and troubleshoot AV and videoconferencing systems, including setup, upgrades, and maintenance. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy balancing technical precision with creative storytelling.

Over the years I’ve worked with clients such as Netflix, Lionsgate, Saban, A24, Pantelion, and more, releasing titles for theatrical, streaming, and home video. I’ve supported VO/ADR sessions, conformed stems in 5.1 and 2.0, and I’ve contributed to GUI-driven system designs and equipment planning. I’m passionate about helping teams achieve sonic excellence while keeping gear reliable and up-to-date.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Engineer at New York Film Academy
March 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for VO and ADR recording, mixing, sound design, and audio editing. Maintained and repaired AV systems, including troubleshooting signal, control, data, and power cables. Provided guidance on system upgrades and new installations, working with equipment from Panasonic, Cisco, Shure, and AKG.
Audio Technician at Inventure Studios
February 1, 2018 - July 1, 2020
Handled audio post-production and quality control, conformed 5.1 and 2.0 audio stems and masters, removed sound anomalies like ticks and pops, and corrected audio sync. Served clients such as Netflix, Lionsgate, and A24 across theatrical, streaming, and home video releases. Managed client and archival file drives and maintained AV systems.
Audio Technician at Inventure Studios
February 1, 2017 - July 1, 2020
Audio Post-Production / QC; Conforming of 5.1 and 2.0 stems and masters; removing ticks and pops, fixing out-of-sync audio and other sound anomalies; worked with Netflix, Lionsgate, Saban, A24, Pantelion on theatrical, streaming, and home video releases; file management of client and archival drives; maintenance & repair of AV systems; guidance on upgrades and installations.
Machine Room Technician at Margarita Mix
May 1, 2014 - November 1, 2016
Assisted re-recording mixers, sound engineers, and sound designers with Pro Tools sessions and Final Cut Pro edits. Prepared audio and video files for various release types, coordinated ISDNs, initiated ADR and VO sessions, and monitored audio-video sync. Designed graphical user interfaces and system designs, and contributed to hardware/software configuration and custom installations.
Tape Librarian / Dub Room Manager at Pie Town Productions
January 1, 2009 - February 1, 2012
Post-Production Assistant; troubleshoot, repair, and maintain AV systems; dub-room operations and tape librarian for HGTV; manage signal, control, data, power, and mounting hardware; replace faulty components and reconfigure systems as necessary.

Education

B.A. at The University of Redlands
September 1, 1999 - June 30, 2003
B.S. at The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
June 1, 2010 - June 30, 2014
Masters of Music at Southern Utah University
August 1, 2022 - August 31, 2024
Masters of Music - Music Technology at Southern Utah University
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
B.S. at The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2014
B.A. at The University of Redlands
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2003

Qualifications

Pro Tools 101 Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
Pro Tools 110 Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Pro Tools 101 and Pro Tools 110 Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
    Character Reel
    A voiceover reel showcasing dynamic range, timing and versatility. All dialogue was recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered in Pro Tools, with attention to pacing, clarity, and tonal balance. Layered processing and detailed automation help each moment land with precision—this reel reflects both performance sensitivity and studio discipline.…
    The Machine Stops

    A fractured transmission. Guitars loop and dissolve. Machines whisper, pulse, hesitate. This is music built from drift, decay, and data—a system breaking down or learning how to feel.

    The Machine Stops is a four-track EP by nwho, exploring repetition, system pressure, and emotional circuitry. Built from guitars, synths, and processed sound, each track pulses with urgency—structured but unpredictable. It’s a study in friction and flow, where signal and noise collide, and something raw pushes through. Not a breakdown, but a breakthrough.

    Caribbean Cinemas – Narration Reel
    A concise 0:49 voice reel showcasing commercial narration for cinema advertising. Recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered in Pro Tools, this piece highlights tonal control, vocal warmth, and professional-grade clarity. From mic to final bounce, every layer was shaped for impact, timing, and presence—built for broadcast and built to carry.…