I’m a hybrid technical-creative Post-Production Specialist with 9+ years delivering broadcast-quality audio/video for global platforms. I handle end-to-end pipelines—from AI-driven dialogue cleaning and spatial audio design to LUFS-compliant mastering and platform-ready delivery. I build modular, automation-led workflows using tools like iZotope RX, Adobe Podcast Enhance, Reaper scripting, and FabFilter, reducing turnaround time while maintaining international broadcast standards. I also collaborate effectively with distributed teams using tools like Slack.

Emmanuel Opa

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I’m a hybrid technical-creative Post-Production Specialist with 9+ years delivering broadcast-quality audio/video for global platforms. I handle end-to-end pipelines—from AI-driven dialogue cleaning and spatial audio design to LUFS-compliant mastering and platform-ready delivery. I build modular, automation-led workflows using tools like iZotope RX, Adobe Podcast Enhance, Reaper scripting, and FabFilter, reducing turnaround time while maintaining international broadcast standards. I also collaborate effectively with distributed teams using tools like Slack.

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I’m a hybrid technical-creative Post-Production Specialist with 9+ years delivering broadcast-quality audio/video for global platforms. I handle end-to-end pipelines—from AI-driven dialogue cleaning and spatial audio design to LUFS-compliant mastering and platform-ready delivery.

I build modular, automation-led workflows using tools like iZotope RX, Adobe Podcast Enhance, Reaper scripting, and FabFilter, reducing turnaround time while maintaining international broadcast standards. I also collaborate effectively with distributed teams using tools like Slack.

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Language

English
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Yoruba
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Work Experience

Associate, Lead Audio Designer (Audio Post-Production Pipeline Owner) at Maliyo Games
March 1, 2026 - Present
Engineered and owned the end-to-end audio post-production pipeline for the company’s podcast and media wing, delivering LUFS-compliant, broadcast-quality audio for gaming and digital platforms. Completed sound design and music scoring for multiple animated shorts totaling ~20 minutes, delivered in under a month. Reduced turnaround from 7+ days to 3 days per 10-minute episode via modular pipeline engineering and AI-driven automation. Independently produced 10 episodes within one month and supervised an additional producer to deliver another 10 episodes in the same timeframe. Standardized noise suppression and loudness normalization using Adobe Podcast Enhance, iZotope RX, Audio Ease speakerphone, and monitoring via IEM, including ambisonics/binaural positioning for surround-ready releases approved and promoted across multiple platforms.
Associate, Lead Audio Designer at Maliyo Games
March 1, 2026 - Present
Engineered and owned the end-to-end audio post-production pipeline for the company’s podcast and media wing, delivering LUFS-compliant, broadcast-quality audio across gaming and digital platforms. Completed sound design and music scoring for multiple animated shorts, delivering within tight timelines. Reduced personal turnaround time from 7+ days to 3 days per 10-minute episode using modular pipeline engineering and AI-driven automation. Produced 10 episodes independently within one month while supervising a second producer for an additional 10 episodes. Integrated Adobe Podcast Enhance, iZotope RX, Audio Ease Speakerphone, and IEM monitoring into a standardized pipeline for automated noise suppression and loudness normalization, including ambisonics/binaural positioning for surround-ready mixes.
Freelance, Video Editor at You and Your Youth Podcast
October 1, 2025 - Present
Led post-production for a youth-centric podcast, transforming multi-camera raw footage into polished episodes and promotional clips. Managed full-cycle video editing for long-form episodes with multi-camera switching, pacing, and B-roll to maintain high viewer retention. Executed dialogue mastering with LUFS normalization and spectral noise reduction for studio-quality sound across platforms. Engineered short-form assets by identifying viral hooks and applying captions and sound design for Reels, TikTok, and Shorts. Developed a streamlined 'Long-to-Short' production pipeline that cut promotional asset turnaround by 40% and standardized the podcast's A/V aesthetic to align with platform-specific broadcast standards.
Independent Content Producer & Strategist (Freelance)
July 1, 2024 - Present
Managed full-cycle podcast and video post-production for 3 clients across audio and multi-cam video formats, delivering ~150 episodes. Built and operated a modular, AI-integrated pipeline using Adobe Podcast Enhance, iZotope RX, and Reaper automation scripts, achieving ~30% faster turnaround while maintaining LUFS broadcast-quality standards. Served as lead content strategist and technical editor, transforming raw recordings into platform-ready assets for YouTube and social media. Managed YouTube channel operations including SEO optimization, thumbnails, and analytics-driven pacing adjustments, contributing to 56K views and 427 watch hours over two years.
Independent Content Producer & Strategist
July 1, 2024 - Present
Managed full-cycle podcast and video post-production for multiple clients, delivering approximately 150 episodes across audio and multi-cam video formats. Built and operated a modular, AI-integrated pipeline using Adobe Podcast Enhance, iZotope RX, and Reaper automation scripts to achieve ~30% faster turnaround while maintaining broadcast-quality LUFS standards. Served as lead content strategist and technical editor to transform raw recordings into platform-ready assets for YouTube and social media, including SEO optimization, thumbnails, and analytics-driven pacing adjustments.
Freelance, Video Editor at Divine Shift with Kumuyi
July 1, 2024 - Present
Spearheaded digital content strategy by repurposing high-volume long-form religious broadcasts into platform-specific social assets. Synthesized sermons into engaging 6-minute landscape features; repurposed archive footage into short-form content (Reels/TikTok/Shorts) tailored for mobile-first engagement. Executed advanced dialogue normalization and audio-visual synchronization to preserve authority across devices. Designed and implemented a scalable content-repurposing pipeline and established a 'Signature Sound & Style' guide to unify brand identity. Enhanced accessibility with dynamic captions and sound design to expand digital reach.
Gameplay Engineer & Audio Designer (Linear Media & Games) at Spoof Media Limited
January 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Scripted core gameplay logic and audio triggers in Unity (C#) and managed full audio post-production for animation projects. Synchronized sound design with visual timelines using Adobe Premiere Pro and Audition within a production workflow that connected audio events to video/animation cues.
Intern, Sound Designer at Spoof Media
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Provided audio post-production and creative sound design for narrative film projects and short-form commercial media in a professional studio environment. Crafted bespoke soundscapes, Foley, and atmospheric effects to heighten storytelling. Executed dialogue editing and voiceover leveling using noise reduction and spectral repair. Streamlined post-production by integrating complex multi-track audio into Adobe Premiere Pro timelines for frame-accurate synchronization. Delivered high-fidelity audio post-production for major narrative projects and smaller works, meeting studio standards and deadlines. Established cohesive A/V workflow.
Head of Sound, Orientation Broadcasting Service (OBS) at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Directed audio operations for a 2,000+ capacity camp, optimizing PA system placement for outdoor parades and indoor halls, including OBS studio production for seamless transmission. Supervised large-scale PA system setup and maintenance and troubleshot signal chain faults under high-pressure conditions. Diagnosed hardware failures in amplifiers, mixers, and microphones and performed on-site fixes to maintain continuity. Coordinated with state coordinators, OBS directors, and technical teams to ensure seamless audio transitions during live broadcasts and official ceremonies. Trained a technical crew of 16 and translated technical audio concepts into practical training for volunteers.
Head of Sound, Orientation Broadcasting Service (OBS) at NYSC Orientation Broadcasting Service (OBS)
November 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Directed audio operations for a 2,000+ capacity camp, optimizing PA placement for outdoor parades and indoor halls, and ensuring seamless production across the OBS studio. Supervised technical setup and maintenance of large-scale PA systems and troubleshot signal chain faults under high-pressure conditions. Diagnosed hardware failures in amplifiers, mixers, and microphones and performed on-site fixes to maintain continuity. Coordinated with state coordinator, OBS directors, and technical teams to ensure smooth audio transitions during live broadcasts and official ceremonies. Trained a technical crew of 16 volunteers by translating audio concepts into practical operating procedures.
Head of Sound at Orientation Broadcasting Service (OBS) - National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
November 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Managed 24/7 live audio and broadcast operations for a government orientation camp, delivering sound coverage for 2,000+ attendees across lectures, parades, and official concerts. Oversaw signal paths and daily fault diagnosis/preventative maintenance on mixers and routing systems to ensure high-fidelity audio. Supervised and upskilled a technical crew of 16 volunteers in sound system architecture and emergency troubleshooting. Maintained flawless audio delivery during a 21-day deployment, implementing proactive maintenance and equipment logging. Built and trained a fully functional audio department within 48 hours and standardized signal-path testing to reduce on-event failures.
Frontend Engineer at Illummuno Technologies
May 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Built and optimized responsive user interfaces using Laravel, HTML5, and CSS3 within a remote team environment, maintaining strict version control via GitHub.
Front-End Engineer at Illummuno Technologies
May 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022
Built and optimized responsive user interfaces using Laravel, HTML5, and CSS3 within a remote team environment. Maintained strict version control via GitHub and supported ongoing frontend development tasks.
Web Application Developer at CholatrekNG
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Integrated billing logic and payment gateway features for fintech clients and contributed to automated testing pipelines, improving platform reliability and reducing manual debugging time.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science (Second Class Upper) at Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Certificate of Merit (Head of Sound)
January 1, 2023 - August 24, 2026
Certificate of Service (Technical Unit)
January 1, 2023 - August 24, 2026
Certificate of Merit (Head of Sound) - NYSC Orientation Broadcasting Service
January 1, 2023 - August 24, 2026
Certificate of Service (Technical Unit) - Deeper Life Campus Fellowship (FUTA)
January 1, 2023 - August 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics