Hi, I'm Atakan Tarcan, a sound engineer and music technology student at Istanbul Technical University. I have a solid background in sound design, audio production, acoustics, and post-production, with hands-on experience in live sound engineering and post-production for cinema and music, including dialogue editing, foley, and sound effects. I am enthusiastic about innovative technologies and creative approaches in music and sound production. I am skilled with industry-standard tools for editing, mixing, and mastering, and I have collaborated with a diverse range of artists and ensembles across jazz, punk, fusion, and electronic genres in Istanbul and beyond. I enjoy experimenting with new technologies and pushing creative boundaries in both studio and live settings.

Atakan Tarcan

Hi, I'm Atakan Tarcan, a sound engineer and music technology student at Istanbul Technical University. I have a solid background in sound design, audio production, acoustics, and post-production, with hands-on experience in live sound engineering and post-production for cinema and music, including dialogue editing, foley, and sound effects. I am enthusiastic about innovative technologies and creative approaches in music and sound production. I am skilled with industry-standard tools for editing, mixing, and mastering, and I have collaborated with a diverse range of artists and ensembles across jazz, punk, fusion, and electronic genres in Istanbul and beyond. I enjoy experimenting with new technologies and pushing creative boundaries in both studio and live settings.

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Hi, I’m Atakan Tarcan, a sound engineer and music technology student at Istanbul Technical University. I have a solid background in sound design, audio production, acoustics, and post-production, with hands-on experience in live sound engineering and post-production for cinema and music, including dialogue editing, foley, and sound effects. I am enthusiastic about innovative technologies and creative approaches in music and sound production.

I am skilled with industry-standard tools for editing, mixing, and mastering, and I have collaborated with a diverse range of artists and ensembles across jazz, punk, fusion, and electronic genres in Istanbul and beyond. I enjoy experimenting with new technologies and pushing creative boundaries in both studio and live settings.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound Engineer at Kadikoy Sessions Festcik, İstanbul
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Provided sound engineering services for a variety of artists during the festival, managing live sound to ensure high quality audio production.
Sound Engineer at Istanbul Fringe Festival, Istanbul
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Handled sound engineering duties for a band during the festival, ensuring clear and balanced live audio.
Sound Engineer at Karga Kadikoy, Istanbul
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Managed sound engineering for various bands including punk and experimental live electronic music concerts, delivering quality live sound experiences.
Sound Engineer at Dorock XL Venue, Istanbul
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Provided sound engineering for a rock band, balancing and mixing live audio for performances.
Sound Engineer at Madam Nica, Istanbul
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Oversaw sound engineering for various jazz bands, ensuring optimal audio quality for live sets.
Sound Engineer at Eskici Gizli Bahçe, Istanbul
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Handled sound engineering for bands in multiple music genres with a focus on live audio clarity and balance.
Sound Engineer at Synthistan 2023, Istanbul
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Provided sound engineering services for a synthesizer convention, managing live sound and technical audio setups.
DJ at Lumina Istanbul, Istanbul
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Performed as a DJ, curating and mixing music sets for live audiences.
DJ at Black Eagle Pub, Istanbul
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Provided DJ services, mixing live sets for entertainment and events.
DJ at Avare.live, Istanbul
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
DJed for a live stream techno music event, managing track selection and mixing for an online audience.
DJ at Miss Universe Turkey 2024, Istanbul
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Performed as a DJ during the Miss Universe Turkey 2024 event, delivering engaging live music mixes.
Post Production Assistant at VSI/Voice and Script International, Recart, Istanbul
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Assisted with dialogue editing for Nickelodeon animations and an HBO TV show, ensuring quality sound post-production.
Mix/Mastering Engineer at Freelance, Istanbul
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Freelance mixing and mastering engineer for various techno and house music projects, enhancing track quality for release.

Education

Bachelor of Music Technology at Istanbul Technival University
September 5, 2021 - June 4, 2025
Bachelor's Degree at Istanbul Technical University
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Music Technology at Istanbul Technical University
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

Qualifications

Driving Licence - B
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet