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I’m Nicola Rivosecchi, a freelance sound designer and composer focused on film and video games. I craft immersive audio using electroacoustic and algorithmic approaches, blending jazz harmony and non-tonal aesthetics to shape expressive soundscapes. I’m passionate about collaborating with directors and developers to bring stories to life through sound.
I work with a 360° approach to music and sound design, from field recordings to studio composition and programming. I’m continually expanding my toolkit and love delivering polished, emotionally resonant audio that supports character and narrative.
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Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
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Italian
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Work Experience
Voice Editor & Dialogue Specialist at Chubb by Pixel
January 1, 2022 - PresentProviding voiceover editing, dialogue design, and ADR for multiple projects in Milan; organizing hundreds of dialogue assets, maintaining consistent tone, and delivering broadcast-ready audio.
Documentary Audio Editor & Sound Designer at Earth House Sessions - Drift Studio
February 1, 2025 - PresentDeveloped documentary audio for the Drift Studio project, including sound design, atmospheres, and intimate audio for narrative storytelling.
Sound Designer, Composer, Live Sound Engineer at Antigone, Philomène Cheynet
May 1, 2025 - September 2, 2025Developed soundscapes, composed music, and mixed live sound for the Edinburgh Fringe show Antigone; integrated QLab and Ableton Live workflows for live performance.
Sound Designer, Editor, Mixer & Composer at Mother Tongues
January 1, 2025 - PresentFull-stack audio post-production for a short documentary series, including dialogue editing, sound design, and stereo/mono mixing for episodic content.
Sound Designer, Composer at Anastasia Zarbo
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025Sound design and composition for the project Le Parole Sono Pietre; Milan-based collaboration coordinating with film crew to deliver cohesive audio.
Piano Teacher at TM LM Milano
September 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Piano instruction in Milan focusing on jazz, R&B, pop, rock, and Brazilian guitar; developed tailored lesson plans and progressive curricula.
Sound Leader / Sound Recordist & Designer at Stella Segar Film
February 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023Recording dialogue and set-related sounds; mixing and applying sound design for immersive audio; performing and recording Foley; designing sound effects; composing music for the soundtrack.
Sound Designer and Voice Editor at Chubby Pixel
January 1, 2022 - PresentRecording and editing of dialogue and voice effects; design, recording and editing sound effects for an upcoming adventure indie video game.
Lead Composer and Sound Designer at Pietro Francesco Pingitore Films
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020Lead composer and sound designer for the short film ‘The Hand of the Wind’.
Lead Composer and Sound Designer at Dueotto Film
September 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019Lead composer and sound designer for the pilot episode for the Italian series Bruma.
Piano and Guitar Teacher at Self-Employed
September 1, 2016 - PresentProvide personalized private piano and guitar lessons to improve musicality, improvisation, and understanding of musical theory through repertoire.
Academic Interviewer and Student Support at St Patrick's College
November 1, 2018 - March 31, 2020Verbally assess applicants and guide them to the best curriculum; support students in difficulty with study methods and IT help.
Back-end Developer at Kiwari Srl
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2016Back-end developer programming PHP and SQL-based applications for B2B clients such as Alitalia, Valfrutta and il Sole 24 Ore.
Education
MSci Sound Design at LCCM, London
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020BMus in Music Performance and Production at Conservatorio Luigi Cremona, Milano
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011Audio Engineer Online Certificate at CED Corsi (Online)
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025University of Edinburgh studies at University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2023High School Diploma at High School
January 11, 2030 - January 29, 2026MSci Sound Design at University of Edinburgh
September 1, 2021 - February 15, 2026BMus in Music Performance and Production at LCCM (London College of Communications)
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020High School Diploma at ISS Luigi Cremona, Milano
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011Introduction to Field Recording at Goldsmiths, University of London
January 1, 2021 - April 1, 2021Qualifications
Audio Engineer Online Certificate
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 29, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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