Hi there! I'm Xicotencatl Castano, a highly skilled and creative independent Music Producer and Sound Designer with close to 10 years of experience in producing, mixing, and mastering a diverse range of music genres. I focus on the electronic genre, meticulously crafting custom samples and original sound design to ensure a unique sonic identity. I deliver high-quality productions on time while understanding clients' budgets. I enjoy collaborating with artists and labels to achieve their creative vision. I have strong technical proficiency with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Reaper and professional audio equipment, and I collaborate with session musicians and vocalists to elevate production quality.

Xicotencatl Castano

Hi there! I'm Xicotencatl Castano, a highly skilled and creative independent Music Producer and Sound Designer with close to 10 years of experience in producing, mixing, and mastering a diverse range of music genres. I focus on the electronic genre, meticulously crafting custom samples and original sound design to ensure a unique sonic identity. I deliver high-quality productions on time while understanding clients' budgets. I enjoy collaborating with artists and labels to achieve their creative vision. I have strong technical proficiency with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Reaper and professional audio equipment, and I collaborate with session musicians and vocalists to elevate production quality.

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Hi there! I’m Xicotencatl Castano, a highly skilled and creative independent Music Producer and Sound Designer with close to 10 years of experience in producing, mixing, and mastering a diverse range of music genres. I focus on the electronic genre, meticulously crafting custom samples and original sound design to ensure a unique sonic identity. I deliver high-quality productions on time while understanding clients’ budgets. I enjoy collaborating with artists and labels to achieve their creative vision.

I have strong technical proficiency with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Reaper and professional audio equipment, and I collaborate with session musicians and vocalists to elevate production quality.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Independent Music Producer at Freelance (Remote)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Produced and engineered tracks for independent artists, bands, and commercial clients across electronic, hip-hop, pop, and rock. Managed end-to-end production from pre-production to final mastering; collaborated with artists to understand their vision and translate it into high-quality audio productions. Used advanced mixing and mastering techniques to ensure clarity, balance, and impact. Coordinated with session musicians and vocalists to enhance productions; created custom sound designs and effects to give each project a unique sonic identity. Delivered projects on time while maintaining high quality and client satisfaction.
Independent Music Producer at Freelance (Remote)
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produced and engineered tracks for independent artists, bands, and commercial clients across electronic, hip-hop, pop, and rock. Managed the entire production process from pre-production to final mastering. Specialized in creating unique, genre-fitting samples and original sound design to build a distinctive sonic identity for each project. Collaborated with artists to understand their vision and translate it into high-quality audio productions. Used advanced mixing and mastering techniques to ensure clarity, balance, and impact in final tracks. Coordinated with session musicians, vocalists, and other collaborators to enhance production quality. Delivered projects on time while maintaining high quality. Coordinated with clients to schedule sessions and ensure their needs were met.
Music Producer at Independent Music Producer, Freelance (Remote)
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produced and engineered tracks for independent artists, bands, and commercial clients across various genres including electronic (primary focus), hip-hop, pop, and rock. Managed the entire production process from pre-production to final mastering. Specialized in creating unique, genre-fitting samples and custom sound design to build a distinctive sonic identity for each project. Collaborated with artists to understand their vision and translate it into high-quality audio productions. Used advanced mixing and mastering techniques to ensure clarity, balance, and impact in final tracks. Coordinated with session musicians, vocalists, and other collaborators to enhance production quality. Delivered projects on time while maintaining a high standard of quality. Coordinated with clients to schedule sessions and ensure needs were met.
Music Producer at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Independent electronic music producer creating dynamic bass-driven tracks; responsible for music production, sound design, and mixing; released original music and collaborated with artists for various media projects.
Independent Electronic Music Producer
January 1, 2017 - Present
Self-employed producer focusing on bass-driven electronic tracks with expertise in music production, sound design, and mixing for original music releases and collaborations for media projects.
English and Music Teacher / School Manager of Foreign Staff at English Pocket
October 1, 2016 - Present
Teach English and music to children and young learners using interactive and engaging methods. Design and implement lesson plans that integrate music into language learning to enhance student engagement. Actively produce music for school events and performances, including arranging, mixing, and mastering audio for numerous live shows. Manage foreign teaching staff at the branch, overseeing scheduling, training, and communication with Japanese staff. Ensure academic quality and maintain high teaching standards. Organize school events, performances, and music-related activities that promote student participation. Collaborate with administrative and teaching teams to support school growth and student satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education