Hi, I’m Raquel Sousa—a passionate sound designer and audio producer with hands-on experience in student productions, audio drama, and podcast production. I thrive in high-energy environments, pride myself on attention to detail, and enjoy turning ideas into polished soundscapes. I’ve collaborated with teams across countries, directed voiceover sessions, and managed social media assets for show promotion. I’m excited to keep learning and creating, bringing creativity, reliability, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

Raquel Sousa

Hi, I’m Raquel Sousa—a passionate sound designer and audio producer with hands-on experience in student productions, audio drama, and podcast production. I thrive in high-energy environments, pride myself on attention to detail, and enjoy turning ideas into polished soundscapes. I’ve collaborated with teams across countries, directed voiceover sessions, and managed social media assets for show promotion. I’m excited to keep learning and creating, bringing creativity, reliability, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

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Hi, I’m Raquel Sousa—a passionate sound designer and audio producer with hands-on experience in student productions, audio drama, and podcast production. I thrive in high-energy environments, pride myself on attention to detail, and enjoy turning ideas into polished soundscapes.

I’ve collaborated with teams across countries, directed voiceover sessions, and managed social media assets for show promotion. I’m excited to keep learning and creating, bringing creativity, reliability, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Sound Designer and Studio Engineer at 17 Screwdrivers Productions
December 31, 2025 - September 29, 2025
Directed voice actors, talent and interviews; produced audio dramas and podcasts; managed the creation and upload of social media assets to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube; Producer/Project Manager Intern in Media.
Music Options Organizer at Monks
December 31, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Organised music options based on references, using company-selected libraries. Acted as runner during voice over recording sessions. Supported the team administratively by arranging meetings, taking and circulating minutes, and managing spreadsheets and schedules. Managed upload and organisation of relevant files in client data storages systems. Liaised with teams from other countries and seniorities.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
December 31, 2021 - September 29, 2025
Represented students as a Student Representative; engaged with peers and university stakeholders to communicate student needs and feedback.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
December 31, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Continued as Student Representative, coordinating with peers and university staff to support student representation.
Volunteer at União Zoófila & Entrajada
December 31, 2019 - September 29, 2025
Volunteer work at an animal shelter and social solidarity & food bank organization.
Lead Sound Designer and Studio Engineer at Screwdrivers Productions
January 1, 2025 - September 29, 2025
Directed voice actors, talent, and interviews in various projects. Produced audio dramas and podcasts. Managed the creation and upload of social media assets to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.
Producer/ Project Manager at Intern Media
December 31, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Produced and managed media projects as an intern; organized project workflows and coordinated with teams.
Volunteer at União Zoófila & EntraJuda
January 1, 2019 - September 29, 2025
Volunteer work at animal shelter and social solidarity & food bank organization.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2021 - September 29, 2025
Student representative roles across 2020-2021 academic year.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Student representative roles across 2022-2023 academic year.
Lead Sound Designer and Studio Engineer at Screwdrivers Productions
January 1, 2025 - September 29, 2025
Lead sound designer and studio engineer on various projects, including Voyager Centauri and Ale of Two Idiots. Directed voice actors, talent, and interviews; produced audio dramas and podcasts. Managed the creation and upload of social media assets to TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Served as Producer/Project Manager (Intern) in Media.
Producer/Project Manager (Intern) / Runner at Monks
January 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Organised music options based on references using company-selected libraries. Acted as runner during Voice Over recording sessions. Supported the team administratively by arranging meetings, taking and circulating minutes, and managing spreadsheets and schedules. Managed the upload and organisation of relevant files in client-specific data storage systems. Liaised with teams from other countries and senior staff.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2021 - September 29, 2025
Represented student interests, liaised with faculty and administrative teams, and supported student initiatives. Involvement spanned 2020-2021 and 2022-2023 academic years.
Volunteer at União Zoófila & Entrajuda
January 1, 2019 - September 29, 2025
Volunteer work at an animal shelter and social solidarity & food bank organization. Gained experience in coordinating volunteer tasks, event support, and community outreach.
Lead Sound Designer and studio engineer at 17 Screwdrivers Productions
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Lead sound designer and studio engineer on various projects, including Voyager Centauri and Ale of Two Idiots. Directed voice actors, talent, and interviews; produced audio dramas and podcasts; managed creation and upload of social media assets to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.
Intern Media Producer at Monks
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Organised music options based on references using the company’s selected libraries. Acted as runner during voice-over recording sessions. Supported the team administratively by arranging meetings, taking and circulating minutes, and managing spreadsheets and schedules. Managed the upload and organization of relevant files in client data storage systems. Liaised with teams from other countries and senior staff.
Volunteer at União Zoófila & Entrajuda
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Volunteer at an animal shelter and social solidarity & food bank organization. Developed organizational skills, time management, attention to detail, problem solving, and proactivity.
Lead Sound Designer and Studio Engineer at Screwdrivers Productions
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Directed voice actors, talent, and interviews across multiple projects; produced audio dramas and podcasts; managed the creation and upload of social media assets to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube; served as Producer/Project Manager for Intern Media.
Music Options Organizer at Monks
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Organized music options based on references using company libraries; acted as runner during Voice Over recording sessions; provided administrative support by arranging meetings, taking and circulating minutes, and managing spreadsheets and schedules; organized file uploads and storage; liaised with teams from other countries and seniorities.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Represented student body; contributed to student governance and events; assisted with communication and coordination between students and staff.
Student Representative at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Representative role supporting student engagement and administration across the 2022-2023 period.
Volunteer at União Zoófila & Entra Juda
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Volunteer at an animal shelter and social solidarity & food bank organization; developed teamwork, time management, attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.

Education

BA (Hons) Media Production at Bournemouth University
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025
BA (Hons) Media Production at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
BA (Hons) Media Production at Bournemouth University
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025
BA (Hons) Media Production at Bournemouth University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
BA (Hons) Media Production at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

BA (Hons) Media Production – First Class Honours, Bournemouth University
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025
First Class Honours
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025
BA (Hons) Media Production
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
First Class Honours, BA (Hons) Media Production
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services