I am a Sonic Architect with 25+ years of experience shaping world-class sound across music, film, television, video games, and live performance. Grammy® and Juno-nominated audio engineer, producer, and percussionist, I specialize in turning creative vision into immersive, high-fidelity audio through expert recording, dynamic mixing, pristine mastering, and large-scale production leadership. I’ve collaborated with The London Symphony Orchestra, PBS, HBO, Tencent Games, Paramount Pictures, FOX Sports, Lifetime, Skywalker Sound, and more, delivering polished, emotionally resonant results in studio, live, and remote environments. My approach blends technical excellence with artistic sensitivity, building optimized workflows, remote collaboration capabilities, and scalable production pipelines. I’m equally comfortable directing sessions, mentoring teams, and delivering broadcast-ready audio for streaming, gaming, and cinema, all while maintaining a collaborative, client-focused mindset.

Steve Moretti

I am a Sonic Architect with 25+ years of experience shaping world-class sound across music, film, television, video games, and live performance. Grammy® and Juno-nominated audio engineer, producer, and percussionist, I specialize in turning creative vision into immersive, high-fidelity audio through expert recording, dynamic mixing, pristine mastering, and large-scale production leadership. I’ve collaborated with The London Symphony Orchestra, PBS, HBO, Tencent Games, Paramount Pictures, FOX Sports, Lifetime, Skywalker Sound, and more, delivering polished, emotionally resonant results in studio, live, and remote environments. My approach blends technical excellence with artistic sensitivity, building optimized workflows, remote collaboration capabilities, and scalable production pipelines. I’m equally comfortable directing sessions, mentoring teams, and delivering broadcast-ready audio for streaming, gaming, and cinema, all while maintaining a collaborative, client-focused mindset.

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I am a Sonic Architect with 25+ years of experience shaping world-class sound across music, film, television, video games, and live performance. Grammy® and Juno-nominated audio engineer, producer, and percussionist, I specialize in turning creative vision into immersive, high-fidelity audio through expert recording, dynamic mixing, pristine mastering, and large-scale production leadership. I’ve collaborated with The London Symphony Orchestra, PBS, HBO, Tencent Games, Paramount Pictures, FOX Sports, Lifetime, Skywalker Sound, and more, delivering polished, emotionally resonant results in studio, live, and remote environments.

My approach blends technical excellence with artistic sensitivity, building optimized workflows, remote collaboration capabilities, and scalable production pipelines. I’m equally comfortable directing sessions, mentoring teams, and delivering broadcast-ready audio for streaming, gaming, and cinema, all while maintaining a collaborative, client-focused mindset.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner and Producer at Morettiman Music
January 1, 1992 - Present
Oversee the entire music production process from concept to final product, ensuring high-quality output and artistic integrity. Utilize technical skills to record, edit, manipulate sound, mix, and master audio projects across various genres including Television, Classical, Pop, Jazz, Rock, Hip-Hop, Podcasts, Live & Streaming. Organize and manage recording sessions, set up contracts, and manage musical deliverables to meet client needs.
Co-Founder, Drummer, President and CEO at Macon Pops
January 1, 2013 - Present
Manage day-to-day operations of a nonprofit performing arts organization, responsible for fundraising and maintaining budget positivity. Produce stage design, lighting, video, and sound for multi-concert seasons, including events synchronized to over one million Christmas lights. Manage creative expectations, liaise between producers and city leaders, and oversee musical direction and relationships among musicians, board members, and volunteers.
Creative Team Member at Placement Music
January 1, 2009 - Present
Compose, produce, and record original material tailored for licensing in film, TV, and art projects. Contributed music credits for clients such as Paramount Pictures, FOX Sports, Lifetime, and HBO.
Member of the Board of Governors at The Recording Academy
December 31, 2017 - July 22, 2025
Elected to serve three terms on the Atlanta Chapter of The Recording Academy, responsible for local programming including networking, professional development, music advocacy, and legislation related to the music industry.
Owner & Producer at Morettiman Music
January 1, 1992 - Present
Founder and lead producer of a full-service audio production company delivering world-class recording, mixing, mastering, immersive audio, and live/remote services. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered projects across film, television, video games, classical, pop, jazz, rock, hip-hop, and podcasting. Directed studio, live, and remote recording sessions with precision and artistic sensitivity. Delivered broadcast-quality live mixes for concerts, streaming events, and multimedia productions. Built optimized workflows, templates, and technical systems to accelerate production. Managed budgets, contracts, deliverables, and client communication from concept through final delivery.
Co-Founder, Drummer, President & CEO at Macon Pops
January 1, 2013 - Present
Executive leader of a thriving non-profit performing arts organization known for innovative, high-impact productions. Oversaw all organizational operations, financial strategy, and fundraising initiatives. Produced multi-concert seasons featuring advanced stage design, lighting, video, and sound. Led production of a landmark event synchronized with over 1 million Christmas lights. Built partnerships with city leadership, sponsors, and community stakeholders. Expanded audience reach and community engagement through creative programming.

Education

M.A. at California State University Hayward
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
B.M. at University of Redlands
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1996
M.A. at California State University, Hayward
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026
B.M. at University of Redlands
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026

Qualifications

Member of the Board of Governors, The Recording Academy
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2017
Grammy Nomination
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026
Juno Nomination
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026
Telly Award Winner
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026

Industry Experience

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