I'm Tom Mallory, a sound designer and composer based in County Down, Northern Ireland, and co-founder of the studio Mourne Sound. I hold a First-Class Honours degree in Music and Sound Design from Queen's University Belfast, and work across film, TV, games and advertising, with additional experience in live sound engineering and studio production. As a multi-instrumentalist proficient in bouzouki, piano, guitar and bodhrán, my work is informed by the landscapes of County Down and draws on a range of musical influences to build considered, story-driven soundscapes.

Tom Gordon Mallory

I'm Tom Mallory, a sound designer and composer based in County Down, Northern Ireland, and co-founder of the studio Mourne Sound. I hold a First-Class Honours degree in Music and Sound Design from Queen's University Belfast, and work across film, TV, games and advertising, with additional experience in live sound engineering and studio production. As a multi-instrumentalist proficient in bouzouki, piano, guitar and bodhrán, my work is informed by the landscapes of County Down and draws on a range of musical influences to build considered, story-driven soundscapes.

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I’m Tom Mallory, a sound designer and composer based in County Down, Northern Ireland, and co-founder of the studio Mourne Sound. I hold a First-Class Honours degree in Music and Sound Design from Queen’s University Belfast, and work across film, TV, games and advertising, with additional experience in live sound engineering and studio production. As a multi-instrumentalist proficient in bouzouki, piano, guitar and bodhrán, my work is informed by the landscapes of County Down and draws on a range of musical influences to build considered, story-driven soundscapes.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Irish
Beginner
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Event Steward at EventSec
June 1, 2026 - Present
Creative Belfast Intern at Creative Belfast (client projects)
May 1, 2026 - Present
Assisted engineers with equipment setup and session organisation for creative projects in a professional, client-facing environment, including work on NI Opera's La Bohème and a sound installation.
Creative Belfast Intern at Creative Belfast
May 1, 2026 - Present
Assisted engineers with equipment setup and session organisation for creative projects in a client-facing environment, including NI Opera's La Bohème and a sound installation.
Teaching Assistant — Sonic Arts Research Centre at Sonic Arts Research Centre (Queen's University Belfast)
September 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026
Supported studio sessions and audio production teaching in a professional studio environment. Assisted students and artists with DAW workflows (Ableton), microphone setup, and studio equipment. Prepared and maintained studio spaces for public showcase events to ensure smooth session delivery.
Production Technician at Forfey
September 1, 2025 - Present
Set up microphones, stands, cabling, and audio equipment for live performances and corporate events, working with senior engineers to deliver professional sessions for clients including the Ulster Orchestra. Performed equipment maintenance, organisation, and troubleshooting across large venues such as Ulster Hall and Waterfront Hall.
Teaching Assistant — Sonic Arts Research Centre at Sonic Arts Research Centre
September 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026
Supported studio sessions and audio production teaching in a professional studio environment. Assisted students and artists with Ableton workflows, microphone setup, and studio equipment. Prepared and maintained studio spaces for public showcase events to ensure smooth session delivery.
Event Crew at Shine Events at The Limelight
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Event Steward / Event Crew / Warehouse Assistant / Bar Staff / Postal Worker / Crew Member at Various (EventSec, Shine Events, McCalls of Lisburn, Queen's Student Union / The Parlour / JD Wetherspoon, Royal Mail, McDonald's)
June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2026
Delivered support roles across events and hospitality, as well as warehouse, postal and retail/fast-food crew work. Responsibilities included event operations/event crew duties, basic logistics/stock handling, customer service and shift-based operational tasks.
Warehouse Assistant at McCalls of Lisburn
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022

Education

BA Music & Sound Design (First Class Honours) at Queen's University Belfast
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
GCSE at Banbridge Academy
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2023
A Levels at Banbridge Academy
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
BA Music & Sound Design (First Class Honours) at Queen's University Belfast
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
GCSE at Banbridge Academy
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2023
A Levels at Banbridge Academy
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Dante Level 3 (Certified)
January 11, 2030 - July 28, 2026
Duke of Edinburgh Award (Silver)
January 11, 2030 - July 28, 2026
Dante Level 3 Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 28, 2026
Duke of Edinburgh Award (Silver)
January 11, 2030 - July 28, 2026
ABRSM Piano Grade 3
January 11, 2030 - July 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Other, Professional Services