Hi! I'm Nathaniel, an audio and film production professional with a passion for creating high-quality soundscapes and compelling visual stories. Having worked on various projects ranging from chamber orchestra adaptations to short films, I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity flows and ideas come to life. My journey began in college and has led me to exciting opportunities that fuel my love for media and technology.…

Nathaniel Van Kirk

Hi! I'm Nathaniel, an audio and film production professional with a passion for creating high-quality soundscapes and compelling visual stories. Having worked on various projects ranging from chamber orchestra adaptations to short films, I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity flows and ideas come to life. My journey began in college and has led me to exciting opportunities that fuel my love for media and technology.…

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Hi! I’m Nathaniel, an audio and film production professional with a passion for creating high-quality soundscapes and compelling visual stories. Having worked on various projects ranging from chamber orchestra adaptations to short films, I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity flows and ideas come to life. My journey began in college and has led me to exciting opportunities that fuel my love for media and technology.

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Skills

Experience Level

Ableton Live
Expert
Audio
Expert
Melodyne
Expert
Mix
Expert
Pro Tools
Expert
Freelance Gig
Expert
Izotope Ozone
Expert
Master
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Intern at Loma Linda University Health - Advancement Films
July 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Assisted in various film production tasks, focusing on audio engineering responsibilities.
Intern for Advancement Films at Loma Linda University Health
June 29, 2025 - November 26, 2026
• Assisted on professional film shoots, including patient interviews and documentary-style productions for Life On The Line, a series distributed through PBS’s website • Helped edit a variety of video projects for use on the hospital’s website and various social media platforms. • Assisted in recording a chamber orchestra and supporting the mixing process. • Worked both in-person and remotely. • Developed strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills while learning from experienced filmmakers.
Equipment TA at Walla Walla University Center for Media Ministry
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Supported the film team through editing, camera operation, sound recording, and cataloging B-roll footage.
Assistant Audio Engineer at Walla Walla University Center For Media Ministry
January 1, 2024 - March 29, 2024
Assisted in the sound editing of Walla Walla University's short film Color Of Threads. Color Of Threads was a character driven period piece that took place in Pendleton Oregon in the late 19th century. While working on the film, I got experience working in Pro Tools Ultimate doing dialogue editing, recording and retiming ADR, recording and editing foley, and some audio repair.
Boom Operator at Walla Walla University Center for Media Ministry
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Served as boom operator during film shoots, ensuring high-quality sound capture.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Film, TV, & Media at Walla Walla University
September 20, 2021 - June 9, 2025
While studying in Walla Walla University’s Film, TV, & Media program, I worked on numerous student film productions, gaining essential experience collaborating as part of a creative team across various production roles. During this time, I also released my first studio album, Remscapes, which I wrote, produced, mixed, and mastered independently. In addition, I leveraged the program’s resources and professional connections to produce and film four music videos, spanning a range of production scales and creative approaches.
Bachelor of Science at Walla Walla University
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science at Walla Walla University
January 1, 2021 - June 30, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare
    Remscapes - Studio Album

    Remscapes is my debut studio album. Released during my junior year of college, it represents a formative chapter in my development as a music producer and audio engineer.

    The project began as a way to artistically and emotionally express myself, long before I had ever considered working in audio.

    Drawing from my background in film and media. I approached every track with a cinematic mindset, treating each one as a unique narrative space. The album blends organic instrumentation, textural sound design, and layered production to create an immersive yet diverse listening experience.

    I independently wrote, produced, recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered the album, using the project as an opportunity to refine my technical skills while developing a personal creative voice.

    Creating Remscapes served as a hands-on learning experience that continues to inform my work in both music and film. The techniques and sensibilities that I developed during this project now shape my approach to music production, mixing, mastering, sound design, and audio storytelling across mediums.