I am a hybrid orchestration music composer and audio post-production/mixing engineer with a classical academic foundation and advanced technical workflows. I shape unique sonic identities for visual media, helping directors bring their stories to life through bespoke music composition and pristine audio post-production. I specialize in film scoring, hybrid orchestral arrangements, narrative-driven piano compositions, and broadcast-standard audio post-production. From multi-track mixing to dialogue and stem balancing and broadcast-ready mastering, I deliver high-end audio solutions tailored precisely to the emotional and narrative core of international film, animation, and commercial projects.

VALKEYS AUDIO

I am a hybrid orchestration music composer and audio post-production/mixing engineer with a classical academic foundation and advanced technical workflows. I shape unique sonic identities for visual media, helping directors bring their stories to life through bespoke music composition and pristine audio post-production. I specialize in film scoring, hybrid orchestral arrangements, narrative-driven piano compositions, and broadcast-standard audio post-production. From multi-track mixing to dialogue and stem balancing and broadcast-ready mastering, I deliver high-end audio solutions tailored precisely to the emotional and narrative core of international film, animation, and commercial projects.

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I am a hybrid orchestration music composer and audio post-production/mixing engineer with a classical academic foundation and advanced technical workflows. I shape unique sonic identities for visual media, helping directors bring their stories to life through bespoke music composition and pristine audio post-production.

I specialize in film scoring, hybrid orchestral arrangements, narrative-driven piano compositions, and broadcast-standard audio post-production. From multi-track mixing to dialogue and stem balancing and broadcast-ready mastering, I deliver high-end audio solutions tailored precisely to the emotional and narrative core of international film, animation, and commercial projects.

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Language

English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience

Music Composer at Valkeys/Independent studio
August 15, 2026 - Present
composer and audio engineer managing full-stack audio post-production and scoring for films Key responsibilities and achievements: • Composed and produced original hybrid-orchestral scores, including the opening piece for the First Ibero-American Congress of Film Composers (July 2026). • Delivered complete sound design and original music for an 8-minute animated short film about polar bear migration. • Executed broadcast-standard commercial mixing and sound design for major Latin American brands, including Rappi and Club Colombia. • Managed end-to-end audio workflows in Pro Tools, including dialogue editing, Foley, and final mixing.

Education

Musician/producer at Javeriana University
February 8, 2021 - November 20, 2025
Full professional bachelor's degree program with a dual focus on classical piano performance and music production. This rigorous academic foundation developed my expertise in acoustic instrumentation, advanced music theory, and digital audio workflows, directly supporting my current work in hybrid orchestral composition, recording, and professional audio mixing.
Film Scoring at Universidad Javeriana
February 10, 2026 - July 7, 2026
Specialized professional program focused on composing, arranging, and producing original music for film and visual media. The coursework covered narrative scoring techniques, hybrid orchestration, and precise synchronization to picture, directly complementing my technical skills in post-production and expanding my capabilities as a cinematic composer.

Qualifications

Silver Award Winner & Finalist - International Digital Mixing Competition Organization: Audio Engineering Society (AES)
October 22, 2025 - August 15, 2026
nternationally recognized as a finalist and Silver category winner in the AES digital mixing competition. This award validates my technical proficiency and high industry standards in score post-production, digital audio mixing, and precise sonic detailing.
Professional Certificate in Orchestration
September 1, 2025 - August 15, 2026
dvanced certification focusing on orchestral arrangement, acoustic instrumentation, and blending classical setups with modern production techniques to create deeply emotional and cinematic scores.
Opening Score Composer (Honorary Feature)
July 21, 2026 - August 15, 2026
composed, arranged official 7-minute opening musical piece for the inaugural Ibero-American Congress of Film Composers, representing the vanguard of emerging Latin American cinematic scoring.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods
    Commercial Post-Production: Club Colombia | Audio Mixing

    Full audio post-production and final mix for a commercial campaign. In this project, I acted as the lead mixing engineer, responsible for integrating various source elements into a cohesive, broadcast-ready final asset.

    Key contributions:
    Audio Integration & Balancing: Received stems (music, professional voice-over/dialogue, and FX) and expertly balanced them to ensure clarity, impact, and high production value.
    Sonic Polishing: Applied surgical EQ, compression, and spatial processing to ensure the mix stands out in a competitive commercial environment.
    Broadcast Standards: Ensured the final master met industry loudness requirements, providing a clean, punchy, and professional sound suited for television and digital media platforms.
    Workflow: Streamlined the post-production workflow within Pro Tools to deliver high-quality assets under tight commercial deadlines.

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    Fantasy Animation Short: Original Score & Full Audio Post-Production

    Complete musical scoring and score-mixing for a fantasy animated short film (approx. 1 minute).

    Key contributions:
    Composition & Orchestration: Composed the original musical theme and wrote the full orchestrations tailored specifically to the narrative rhythm of the animation.
    Production & Sound Expansion: Integrated recorded sessions from a recording studio, then layered and augmented the arrangement using advanced virtual instrument libraries within Pro Tools to achieve a massive, immersive fantasy orchestral scale.
    Music Mixing: Executed the final balance and professional mix of the entire musical soundtrack, ensuring absolute synchronization with picture and a broadcast-ready dynamic range.

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    mix of pop song

    This project focused on the complete audio post-production and mixing of a contemporary indie-pop track in the style of Mikaela Davis. The goal was to preserve the organic warmth, emotional vulnerability, and dreamlike atmosphere of the instrumentation while delivering a crisp, engaging, and professional mix.

    Key Contributions:
    Vocal Processing & Intimacy: Meticulous tuning and dynamic control that keeps the lead vocal deeply expressive and sitting front-and-center, wrapping the listener in an intimate, warm space.
    Acoustic & Organic Balance: Carefully balanced the interplay between lush harmonic layers (such as harps, keyboards, or acoustic elements) and the rhythm section, ensuring clarity without losing the organic human feel.
    Advanced Pro Tools Workflow: Leveraged a comprehensive Pro Tools signal chain—including subtle saturation, parallel processing, and spatial depth—to create a wide, cinematic soundstage.
    Master-Ready Delivery: Delivered a polished, emotionally resonant mix that bridges the gap between classic vintage warmth and modern indie-pop standards.

    Migration: Animated Short Film Score & Sound Mixing

    original score and complete audio mixing for an 8-minute animated short film centered around the critical journey of polar bear migration.

    Key contributions:
    Hybrid Orchestral Composition: Composed and produced a sprawling hybrid orchestral score designed to reflect the vast, fragile landscapes of the Arctic and the emotional weight of the migration.
    Atmospheric Integration: Weaved acoustic instrumentation with immersive electronic and ambient textures to evoke climate vulnerability and narrative tension.
    Score Mixing: Executed the final broadcast-ready balance of the musical landscape, ensuring absolute dynamic clarity and emotional resonance alongside the animation.

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    Horror/Thriller Scene: Original Score, Sound Design & Mixing

    I handled the full audio workflow, blending musical narrative with psychological sound design to heighten suspense.

    Key contributions:
    Original Score: Composed a suspense-driven musical score designed to manipulate tension and pace, utilizing unsettling harmonies and textures.
    Sound Design: Created atmospheric sound design elements to build an immersive, terrifying environment and emphasize the psychological stakes of the scene.
    Final Mix: Executed the integrated mix, balancing the score, sound design, and clarity of the sonic space to maximize the viewer’s visceral reaction.

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    Christmas Short Film: Virtual Orchestral Score & Advanced MIDI Programming

    Full original musical score and production for a Christmas short film, composed and produced entirely “in-the-box” to achieve a warm, emotionally resonant cinematic atmosphere.

    Key contributions:
    Composition & Orchestration: Composed a bespoke holiday soundtrack utilizing advanced orchestral arrangement and harmonic writing tailored to the winter narrative.
    Advanced MIDI Programming & Realism: Focused heavily on meticulous MIDI editing, breath control, expression curves, and precise velocity layering to ensure the virtual instrument libraries sound organic, expressive, and virtually indistinguishable from a live ensemble.

    Meticulously timed and synchronized every musical cue to the visual pacing and emotional beats of the short film within Pro Tools.

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    Narrative Piano-Driven Original Score: Emotional Storytelling

    An original, character-driven score where the piano serves as the core narrative element, evolving into a full cinematic arrangement.

    Key contributions:
    Piano Performance & Composition: Composed and performed the primary musical themes, utilizing the piano to establish the story’s emotional heartbeat and narrative arc.
    Compositional Depth: Built the score organically around the piano, weaving in additional instrumentation to deepen the sonic landscape while maintaining a intimate and highly detailed narrative focus.
    Production & Artistic Vision: Executed the entire production process independently, from the initial creative conceptualization to the final mix

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