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I am an award-winning audio professional with over 25 years of experience in sound design, mixing, and composition for high-profile broadcast and streaming campaigns. I have delivered compelling audio experiences across major networks such as Paramount+, Showtime, MTV, and Nickelodeon, consistently pushing creative boundaries and collaborating effectively with production teams under tight deadlines. I merge creative vision with technical expertise, blending orchestration and sound design with precise mixing and mastering. I specialize in cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive audio that enhances storytelling, while anticipating feedback and delivering production-ready assets on time.…I am an award-winning audio professional with over 25 years of experience in sound design, mixing, and composition for high-profile broadcast and streaming campaigns. I have delivered compelling audio experiences across major networks such as Paramount+, Showtime, MTV, and Nickelodeon, consistently pushing creative boundaries and collaborating effectively with production teams under tight deadlines. I merge creative vision with technical expertise, blending orchestration and sound design with precise mixing and mastering. I specialize in cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive audio that enhances storytelling, while anticipating feedback and delivering production-ready assets on time.

John Wilkinson

Audio Mixer, Sound Designer, Composer, +2

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I am an award-winning audio professional with over 25 years of experience in sound design, mixing, and composition for high-profile broadcast and streaming campaigns. I have delivered compelling audio experiences across major networks such as Paramount+, Showtime, MTV, and Nickelodeon, consistently pushing creative boundaries and collaborating effectively with production teams under tight deadlines. I merge creative vision with technical expertise, blending orchestration and sound design with precise mixing and mastering. I specialize in cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive audio that enhances storytelling, while anticipating feedback and delivering production-ready assets on time.…I am an award-winning audio professional with over 25 years of experience in sound design, mixing, and composition for high-profile broadcast and streaming campaigns. I have delivered compelling audio experiences across major networks such as Paramount+, Showtime, MTV, and Nickelodeon, consistently pushing creative boundaries and collaborating effectively with production teams under tight deadlines. I merge creative vision with technical expertise, blending orchestration and sound design with precise mixing and mastering. I specialize in cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive audio that enhances storytelling, while anticipating feedback and delivering production-ready assets on time.

Available to hire

I am an award-winning audio professional with over 25 years of experience in sound design, mixing, and composition for high-profile broadcast and streaming campaigns. I have delivered compelling audio experiences across major networks such as Paramount+, Showtime, MTV, and Nickelodeon, consistently pushing creative boundaries and collaborating effectively with production teams under tight deadlines.

I merge creative vision with technical expertise, blending orchestration and sound design with precise mixing and mastering. I specialize in cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive audio that enhances storytelling, while anticipating feedback and delivering production-ready assets on time.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Logic Pro

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Intermediate

Work Experience

Owner / Audio Mixer / Sound Designer / Composer at Real Bird Audio LLC

January 1, 2025 - Present

Owner and lead Audio Mixer, Sound Designer, and Composer at a post-production company focused on delivering best-in-class audio experiences for broadcast and streaming campaigns, leveraging decades of experience to create seamless integrations of original sound design and mix while aligning with each campaign's narrative and client feedback.

Audio Mixer / Sound Designer / Composer at Paramount CBS

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2025

Delivered high-quality audio for promotional, social media, and campaign content across top shows such as Yellowstone, Tulsa King, and Landman; composed original soundtrack elements to enhance storytelling and visual impact; collaborated with cross-functional teams on award-winning projects from inception through final mix.

Audio Mixer / Sound Designer / Composer at TV Land / Nickelodeon

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Designed and mixed sound for diverse promotional campaigns and show content on prominent cable networks; developed original music elements to elevate brand presence and viewer engagement; mentored audio team to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality sound across projects.

Audio Mixer / Sound Designer / Composer at Perceptual Productions

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013

Crafted engaging soundscapes and music for MTV campaigns; managed comprehensive post-production audio workflows for award-winning projects, ensuring cohesive sound across deliverables.

Audio Mixer / Sound Designer / Composer at Headroom Digital

January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010

Created impactful sound designs for MTV campaigns, enhancing visual narratives and ensuring consistency across deliverables.

Audio Mixer / Sound Designer / Composer at Penny Lane Studios

January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2008

Produced bespoke sound mixing and music composition for various MTV campaigns; led audio projects from concept to completion, maintaining high production standards.

Assistant Engineer at Image Group Post

January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999

Supported studio operations, editing, and post-production tasks on key projects; gained foundational experience in broadcast audio environments and complex DAW systems.