Hi, I'm Urban Monkaka Omar Dickson, a British music producer, mix engineer, and songwriter based in Birmingham, UK. My musical journey started in childhood, experimenting with beats and writing songs, and over the years I've honed my craft to work with some high-profile UK artists. I’ve been producing, writing, mixing, and mastering music for over 20 years and have a loyal client base. I'm also passionate about mentoring and have delivered music workshops to young people in various settings, always tailoring sessions to their diverse needs and interests. Outside of music, I train in martial arts and have won two world championships.

Urban Monkaka Omar Dickson

Hi, I'm Urban Monkaka Omar Dickson, a British music producer, mix engineer, and songwriter based in Birmingham, UK. My musical journey started in childhood, experimenting with beats and writing songs, and over the years I've honed my craft to work with some high-profile UK artists. I’ve been producing, writing, mixing, and mastering music for over 20 years and have a loyal client base. I'm also passionate about mentoring and have delivered music workshops to young people in various settings, always tailoring sessions to their diverse needs and interests. Outside of music, I train in martial arts and have won two world championships.

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Hi, I’m Urban Monkaka Omar Dickson, a British music producer, mix engineer, and songwriter based in Birmingham, UK. My musical journey started in childhood, experimenting with beats and writing songs, and over the years I’ve honed my craft to work with some high-profile UK artists. I’ve been producing, writing, mixing, and mastering music for over 20 years and have a loyal client base.

I’m also passionate about mentoring and have delivered music workshops to young people in various settings, always tailoring sessions to their diverse needs and interests. Outside of music, I train in martial arts and have won two world championships.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Leader at Mac Makes Music
January 1, 2020 - Present
Delivering music-based workshops to youth offenders, supporting their engagement with music and personal development through creative sessions.
In house Mix Engineer & Music Producer at Oxygen Rooms
January 1, 2019 - Present
Responsible for the engineering and production on various projects; contracted to deliver music-based workshops to young people in disadvantaged positions.
Workshop Leader at Punch Records
December 31, 2018 - July 30, 2025
Ran a series of workshops in Morocco developing emerging talent as part of the Pop-Up Studio project, culminating with concerts showcasing young emerging Moroccan music.
Workshop Leader at The Children’s Society
December 31, 2017 - July 30, 2025
Delivered music production workshops to homeless young people, fostering creativity and skill development.
Project Worker at Amy Winehouse Foundation
December 31, 2017 - July 30, 2025
Helped design and run the popular Amy’s Yard music project; oversaw the production of multiple albums through pre-production, tracking, mixing, mastering, and final release.
Freelance Music Producer, Engineer, and Composer at Blackburn Leys Community Centre
December 31, 2012 - July 30, 2025
Provided freelance services in music production, engineering, and composition.
Freelance Music Producer, Engineer, and Composer at New Day Foundation
December 31, 2011 - July 30, 2025
Provided freelance music production, engineering, and composition services.
Freelance Music Producer, Engineer, and Composer at Sound Works Studios
December 31, 2010 - July 30, 2025
Offered freelance music production, engineering, and composition services.
Freelance Music Producer, Engineer, and Composer at Channel 4
December 31, 2010 - July 30, 2025
Conducted freelance music production, engineering, and composition for Channel 4 projects.
Composer at Rare Day Productions
December 31, 2010 - July 30, 2025
Created the main track for the “Pass the Mic” Olympics.
Composer at 1 Day Feature Film
December 31, 2009 - July 30, 2025
Composed soundtrack and score for a feature film produced in one day.
Workshop Leader at John Henry Newman Catholic College
December 31, 2009 - July 30, 2025
Ran a 2-day music production workshop for 4th year students.
Workshop Leader at BBC
December 31, 2009 - July 30, 2025
Ran a 1-day music production workshop for the BBC roadshow.
Workshop Leader at Mencap
December 31, 2007 - July 30, 2025
Ran music workshops for children with special needs.
Workshop Leader at International School
December 31, 2007 - July 30, 2025
Delivered an 8-week music production and songwriting workshop for 2nd-year students.
Freelance Music Production Workshops at Punch Records
December 31, 2010 - July 30, 2025
Provided freelance music production workshops.
Studio Manager, Music Producer, and Sound Engineer at Roundhouse Recording Studios London
December 31, 2006 - July 30, 2025
Managed studio operations, produced music, and engineered sound from 2004 to 2006.
Mixer and Mastering Engineer at 7e Youth Academy
December 31, 2002 - July 30, 2025
Hired to mix and master promotional album for Birmingham City Council.

Education

GCSE at Churchfields High School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
GCSE at Joseph Chamberlain College
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
A Levels at Joseph Chamberlain College
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007

Qualifications

Arts Award Adviser Qualified
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Enhanced DBS
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Safeguarding Training
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization