Hi, I'm Phill Metcalfe, a seasoned freelance audio engineer with extensive experience working across London and Sydney. I've collaborated with top clients like the BBC, Nike, Google, Amazon Advertising, and TikTok, specializing in broadcast audio, post-production music and dialogue, location recording and mixing for commercials and broadcast TV, as well as podcast production. I bring technical expertise in audio mixing consoles, leading digital audio workstations, and audio networking technologies. Previously, I served as Studio Audio Manager and Senior Audio Engineer at Hillsong Channel, Sydney, where I oversaw studio systems deployment, live stream audio mixing, RF management, and content production. I am passionate about audio innovation and delivering high-quality sound experiences across diverse media platforms.

Phill Metcalfe

Hi, I'm Phill Metcalfe, a seasoned freelance audio engineer with extensive experience working across London and Sydney. I've collaborated with top clients like the BBC, Nike, Google, Amazon Advertising, and TikTok, specializing in broadcast audio, post-production music and dialogue, location recording and mixing for commercials and broadcast TV, as well as podcast production. I bring technical expertise in audio mixing consoles, leading digital audio workstations, and audio networking technologies. Previously, I served as Studio Audio Manager and Senior Audio Engineer at Hillsong Channel, Sydney, where I oversaw studio systems deployment, live stream audio mixing, RF management, and content production. I am passionate about audio innovation and delivering high-quality sound experiences across diverse media platforms.

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Hi, I’m Phill Metcalfe, a seasoned freelance audio engineer with extensive experience working across London and Sydney. I’ve collaborated with top clients like the BBC, Nike, Google, Amazon Advertising, and TikTok, specializing in broadcast audio, post-production music and dialogue, location recording and mixing for commercials and broadcast TV, as well as podcast production. I bring technical expertise in audio mixing consoles, leading digital audio workstations, and audio networking technologies.

Previously, I served as Studio Audio Manager and Senior Audio Engineer at Hillsong Channel, Sydney, where I oversaw studio systems deployment, live stream audio mixing, RF management, and content production. I am passionate about audio innovation and delivering high-quality sound experiences across diverse media platforms.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Studio Audio Manager & Senior Audio Engineer at Hillsong Channel
May 31, 2022 - August 18, 2025
Managed studio audio systems deployment and maintenance, including digital and analog audio infrastructure, consoles, and software. Oversaw and ran studio live streams and recordings, managed communications, network, and systems technology. Responsible for location audio recording, mixer duties, and crew technical support. Led post production and sound design for broadcasts, managed RF for main and satellite studios, handled licensing and software for the audio team, and managed camera and equipment as part of the production team. Also acted as behind-the-scenes photographer for social media content.
Studio Audio Manager & Senior Audio Engineer at Hillsong Channel
May 31, 2022 - July 13, 2025
Managed studio audio systems, including deployment and maintenance of various audio equipment and software. Oversaw and ran studio livestreams and recordings with responsibilities including audio mixing and systems tech support. Mixed and recorded on location for interviews, documentaries, live music, and ambient recordings. Provided gear support for camera and lighting crews, handled post-production editing, mixing, and sound design for broadcast programs, RF management, and managed licensing and software for the audio team. Also managed cameras, equipment, and provided photography for social media.
Fire Safety Technician at FirePro Solutions
December 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Conducted safety compliance and prevention assessments and provided fire safety system recommendations and installations.
Fire Safety Technician at FirePro Solutions
December 31, 2017 - July 13, 2025
Conducted safety compliance and prevention assessments, and recommended and installed fire safety systems.
Assistant Music Studio Engineer at Hillsong
September 1, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Maintained studio equipment, organized and patched systems and equipment. Booked and ran music studio recordings for albums and broadcast, engineering and producing sessions. Ran writing sessions and workshops, distributed demos.
Assistant Music Studio Engineer at Hillsong
September 1, 2017 - July 13, 2025
Maintained and organized studio equipment and systems, booked and ran music studio recordings for albums and broadcasts, and engineered and produced music sessions. Facilitated writing sessions and workshops and distributed demo recordings.
Freelance Audio Engineer at Self-employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Provide high-level broadcast and commercial audio services including sound supervising and guaranteeing on major consoles (Calrec, SSL, Yamaha, A&H, Riedel, RTS), post production music and dialogue editing using Pro Tools, Logic and Reaper, mixing and recording on location for commercials and broadcast TV using Sound Devices and wireless technologies, podcast recording, mixing and editing, as well as post production mixing for terrestrial broadcast and film projects.
Freelance Audio Engineer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Designed, deployed, ran, and troubleshooted audio and communication systems during live broadcasts, supporting teams for clients such as BBC, Gravity Media, Nike, Google, and more. Performed post-production music and dialogue production, editing, and mixing using industry software like Pro Tools, Logic, and Dolby Atmos. Assisted artists and producers in music studio recording and managed location recording for commercials and broadcast TV. Also handled podcast recording, mixing, and audiobook production and packaging.

Education

Advanced Diploma at HILC
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Diploma at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Advanced Diploma at HILC
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Music Production - Audio Engineering, Music Technology Certificate at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Dante L3 Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2025
Aus Forklift Licence
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2025
Aus Elevated Work Platform licence
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2025
Assistant Engineer on Grammy: What A Beautiful Name - Hillsong Worship
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2025
Barista Training & Latte Art
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2025
Dante L3 Certified
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Australian Forklift Licence
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Australian Elevated Work Platform Licence
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Assistant Engineer on Grammy: What A Beautiful Name - Hillsong Worship
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Barista Training & Latte Art
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Consumer Goods, Retail, Software & Internet