Valerio Cristofalo is an audio engineer, music producer, and sound designer based in Milan, specializing in delivering industry-ready, modern, and competitive sound. With a Bachelor’s degree in Audio Production and advanced training in Electronic Music from SAE Institute, he has built a solid foundation through hands-on experience in professional recording studios, working on complex sessions with acoustic instruments, ensembles, and vocals. He has a strong focus on vocal production for pop and urban music, where clarity, impact, and sonic identity are essential. From recording to final polish, he handles every detail — gain staging, compression, EQ, and tonal shaping — ensuring your track sounds clean, powerful, and ready for release. As a freelance professional, Valerio offers a full-service workflow, covering: • Music Production • Sound Design & Creative Direction • Recording & Editing • Mixing & Mastering Using industry-standard tools like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and Pro Tools — combined with premium analog-modeled plugins — he delivers a professional, polished sound that stands out in today’s market. 💡 If you’re looking for a reliable professional who can elevate your sound and bring your vision to life, you’re in the right place.

Valerio Cristofalo

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Valerio Cristofalo is an audio engineer, music producer, and sound designer based in Milan, specializing in delivering industry-ready, modern, and competitive sound. With a Bachelor’s degree in Audio Production and advanced training in Electronic Music from SAE Institute, he has built a solid foundation through hands-on experience in professional recording studios, working on complex sessions with acoustic instruments, ensembles, and vocals. He has a strong focus on vocal production for pop and urban music, where clarity, impact, and sonic identity are essential. From recording to final polish, he handles every detail — gain staging, compression, EQ, and tonal shaping — ensuring your track sounds clean, powerful, and ready for release. As a freelance professional, Valerio offers a full-service workflow, covering: • Music Production • Sound Design & Creative Direction • Recording & Editing • Mixing & Mastering Using industry-standard tools like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and Pro Tools — combined with premium analog-modeled plugins — he delivers a professional, polished sound that stands out in today’s market. 💡 If you’re looking for a reliable professional who can elevate your sound and bring your vision to life, you’re in the right place.

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Valerio Cristofalo is an audio engineer, music producer, and sound designer based in Milan, specializing in delivering industry-ready, modern, and competitive sound.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Audio Production and advanced training in Electronic Music from SAE Institute, he has built a solid foundation through hands-on experience in professional recording studios, working on complex sessions with acoustic instruments, ensembles, and vocals.

He has a strong focus on vocal production for pop and urban music, where clarity, impact, and sonic identity are essential. From recording to final polish, he handles every detail — gain staging, compression, EQ, and tonal shaping — ensuring your track sounds clean, powerful, and ready for release.

As a freelance professional, Valerio offers a full-service workflow, covering:
• Music Production
• Sound Design & Creative Direction
• Recording & Editing
• Mixing & Mastering

Using industry-standard tools like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and Pro Tools — combined with premium analog-modeled plugins — he delivers a professional, polished sound that stands out in today’s market.

💡 If you’re looking for a reliable professional who can elevate your sound and bring your vision to life, you’re in the right place.

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Language

English
Advanced
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound Engineer at Quick Save Audio
September 1, 2022 - Present
Pre-production of recording projects; microphone placement and source management; management and control of recording sessions with customers; editing & composition; post-production management; sound design; mixing & mastering; audio/video synchronization. Involved in electronic music projects and live shows with a duo.
DJ/ Producer
January 1, 2013 - Present
DJ/Producer since 2013, developing electronic music projects with a focus on melodic techno; created production imagery linked to electronic recording contexts; supported several live shows across Italy; currently finalizing a project with a precise artistic/creative imagination expressed in the project business plan.
DJ / Producer at Independent / Valerio's melodic techno duo
January 1, 2013 - Present
DJing and producing electronic music for live sets and studio productions; development of two EP projects and ongoing studio sessions; collaboration on melodic techno tracks and subsequent live shows.
DJ/ Producer at Obscure Mind
January 1, 2013 - Present
DJ/Producer active since 2013; created melodic techno productions; studio sessions; production and publication of songs within the electronic music scene; the duo has supported several live shows in Italy; currently finalizing the project with a precise artistic/creative imagination and a business plan.
Recording Engineer / Sound Designer at Independent project (Valerio & co. duo)
January 1, 2013 - Present
Created and managed two electronic music EP projects. Responsibilities included studio sessions, audio system design, sound design, and audio and mixing across modules 1–3. Implemented an audio-visual installation with multimedia synchronization, and oversaw studio recording management. The duo supported several live shows and is currently finalizing the project with an emphasis on precise, clear artistic and creative imagination as described in the business plan.

Education

Bachelor Of Art at Sae Institute Milan
September 23, 2019 - November 14, 2022
Electronic Music Production at Sae Institute Milan
September 29, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Scientific High School Diploma at Albert Einstein Scientific High School, Mottola, Taranto, Italy
September 1, 2013 - July 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Other
    uniE603 MELLY - Dolcevita Mawa
    Co-Production & Vocal Production | End-to-End Track Development Worked as co-producer and audio engineer on a full music production project, overseeing the track from early development to final master delivery. The project involved vocal recording and top-line production, The goal was to achieve a balanced, modern sound with clarity, depth and translation across different listening systems. This project reflects a structured and client-oriented approach, combining technical execution with creative decision-making across all stages of production.