Highly experienced Sound Designer and Audio Post-Production Specialist with a Master's degree in Sound Design from Edinburgh Napier University. Proven ability in sound design, editing, mixing (including surround sound on Avid S6), and music production, utilizing advanced skills in Avid Pro Tools. Extensive experience includes: Serving as Post-production Supervisor/Sound Designer on over 50 films (freelance). Managing sound design and mixing for high-volume weekly programming at Qatar TV. Leading audio post-production for award-winning documentaries at Al Jazeera English. Designing Pro Tools project studios and workflows. Developing sound curriculum and teaching sound design at the university level (LCC). Expertise extends to interactive audio, field recording, and exploring emerging areas like auralisation in augmented reality (MSc dissertation topic). In addition, I have comprehensive background in web video production, live event execution, audio-visual systems management, and post-production makes me a versatile candidate for dynamic roles within the media, events, and technology sectors. My expertise covers the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept and planning (Event Planning, Project Management, Audio Visual System Design) to execution and delivery (Ross Vision Mixer, Yamaha CL audio console, QSys control systems, ETC lighting systems, PTZ Camera Operation, Live Events, Streaming Media, Content Delivery). I am skilled in managing complex technical setups and proficient with cameras, LED displays, digital signage, and AV control systems. My experience in broadcast engineering and technical direction ensures seamless live event production and high-quality streaming media output.

Robin Pender

Highly experienced Sound Designer and Audio Post-Production Specialist with a Master's degree in Sound Design from Edinburgh Napier University. Proven ability in sound design, editing, mixing (including surround sound on Avid S6), and music production, utilizing advanced skills in Avid Pro Tools. Extensive experience includes: Serving as Post-production Supervisor/Sound Designer on over 50 films (freelance). Managing sound design and mixing for high-volume weekly programming at Qatar TV. Leading audio post-production for award-winning documentaries at Al Jazeera English. Designing Pro Tools project studios and workflows. Developing sound curriculum and teaching sound design at the university level (LCC). Expertise extends to interactive audio, field recording, and exploring emerging areas like auralisation in augmented reality (MSc dissertation topic). In addition, I have comprehensive background in web video production, live event execution, audio-visual systems management, and post-production makes me a versatile candidate for dynamic roles within the media, events, and technology sectors. My expertise covers the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept and planning (Event Planning, Project Management, Audio Visual System Design) to execution and delivery (Ross Vision Mixer, Yamaha CL audio console, QSys control systems, ETC lighting systems, PTZ Camera Operation, Live Events, Streaming Media, Content Delivery). I am skilled in managing complex technical setups and proficient with cameras, LED displays, digital signage, and AV control systems. My experience in broadcast engineering and technical direction ensures seamless live event production and high-quality streaming media output.

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Highly experienced Sound Designer and Audio Post-Production Specialist with a Master’s degree in Sound Design from Edinburgh Napier University. Proven ability in sound design, editing, mixing (including surround sound on Avid S6), and music production, utilizing advanced skills in Avid Pro Tools. Extensive experience includes:

Serving as Post-production Supervisor/Sound Designer on over 50 films (freelance).
Managing sound design and mixing for high-volume weekly programming at Qatar TV.
Leading audio post-production for award-winning documentaries at Al Jazeera English.
Designing Pro Tools project studios and workflows.
Developing sound curriculum and teaching sound design at the university level (LCC).
Expertise extends to interactive audio, field recording, and exploring emerging areas like auralisation in augmented reality (MSc dissertation topic).

In addition, I have comprehensive background in web video production, live event execution, audio-visual systems management, and post-production makes me a versatile candidate for dynamic roles within the media, events, and technology sectors.

My expertise covers the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept and planning (Event Planning, Project Management, Audio Visual System Design) to execution and delivery (Ross Vision Mixer, Yamaha CL audio console, QSys control systems, ETC lighting systems, PTZ Camera Operation, Live Events, Streaming Media, Content Delivery). I am skilled in managing complex technical setups and proficient with cameras, LED displays, digital signage, and AV control systems. My experience in broadcast engineering and technical direction ensures seamless live event production and high-quality streaming media output.

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Education

Master of Science (MSc), Sound Design at Edinburgh Napier University
September 7, 2015 - May 30, 2018
Dissertation: Auralisation in Augmented Reality. Studies: Emotional response to frequency and mixing for surround media.
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education at University of the Arts, London
September 3, 2001 - May 2, 2002
Specializing in Learning & Teaching for Art & Design
Higher National Diploma, Sound Design & Music Technology at University of the Arts, London
September 7, 1998 - May 2, 2000
Focus: Music technology, sonic art, sound design for film and TV.

Qualifications

Music Technology Certificate, City of Westminster College
May 2, 1997 - September 7, 1997
Music Industry Overview
May 2, 1997 - December 15, 1997
Global Entertainment Group
Dante Certification Level 2
March 19, 2020 - May 2, 2025
Dante Certification Level 3
March 20, 2020 - May 2, 2025
Google: Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
June 6, 2023 - May 2, 2025
AVIXA AV Technologist
July 3, 2024 - May 2, 2025
Q-SYS Level 1
March 6, 2024 - May 2, 2025
SHURE Audio Basics for Meetings and Conferences
December 4, 2024 - May 2, 2025
SHURE Integrated Systems Certification Level 1
April 16, 2024 - March 16, 2027
SHURE Best Practices for Merging AV and IT System
April 16, 2024 - April 16, 2027
SHURE Integrated Systems Portfolio Overview
April 16, 2024 - April 16, 2027
Networking for AV Professionals
April 17, 2024 - April 17, 2027