Toba Keku

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I'm Toba Keku, professionally known as Aktivxst. I'm a Music Producer, Audio Engineer, and Sound Designer with a passion for creating immersive, engaging, and professionally crafted audio experiences.

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I’m Toba Keku, professionally known as Aktivxst. I’m a Music Producer, Audio Engineer, and Sound Designer with a passion for creating immersive, engaging, and professionally crafted audio experiences.
My work spans music production, recording, audio editing, mixing and mastering, radio production, commercial jingles, and sound design for film and visual media.
I enjoy working at the intersection of creativity and technical precision, transforming ideas and concepts into compelling sonic experiences. Whether it’s producing a musical record, crafting the sonic identity of a brand, creating engaging radio content, or designing soundscapes for film, I approach every project with attention to detail, creativity, and a commitment to quality.

My areas of expertise include:

  • Music Production & Arrangement
  • Audio Recording, Editing & Engineering
  • Mixing & Mastering
  • Sound Design & Audio Post-Production
  • Film & Cinematic Sound Design
  • Radio Production & Programming
  • Commercial Jingles & Advertising Audio
  • Sound Effects & Audio Enhancement

Tools & Digital Audio Workstations:

  • Avid Pro Tools
  • FL Studio
  • Adobe Audition

I’m passionate about collaborating with musicians, artists, filmmakers, creative agencies, broadcasters, and production companies to bring creative visions to life through sound.
I’m always interested in connecting with creative professionals, exploring new collaborations, and contributing to exciting projects across the music, film, advertising, and broadcasting industries.
Let’s create something remarkable through sound.

  • Joined November 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

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Projects · 7

Sound Design for Samurai Jack

What was the brief? The project involved reimagining the soundscape of a selected scene from Samurai Jack, an animated series. The objective was to create an immersive audio experience that complements the animation, enhances the action and atmosphere, and brings a fresh sonic perspective to the visuals. What did I make? I independently carried out a sound redesign of the animation, developing and integrating sound effects, atmospheric elements and supporting audio to match the on-screen movements and events. I focused on sound selection, timing, layering and audio editing to create a cohesive soundscape that complements the visual storytelling. What was the result? The result was a redesigned animation sequence with a new soundscape that enhances its atmosphere, action and overall viewing experience. The project demonstrates my skills in sound design, audio editing, synchronization and post-production for animated content.

  • Audio Engineer
  • Sound Designer
  • Sound Editor
  • +1

1. What was the brief?

The project involved bringing the artist’s musical vision to life through music production, with the goal of creating a distinctive and engaging sound. The brief also covered developing the arrangement and refining the track through mixing and mastering to achieve a polished, release-ready result.

2. What did I make?

I handled the music production, including developing the instrumental, shaping the arrangement and building the overall sound of the track. I also carried out the mixing and mastering, refining the individual elements and creating a cohesive final sound.

3. What was the result?

The project resulted in a fully produced, mixed and mastered track, ready for release. The finished record reflects the intended creative direction while demonstrating my skills in music production, sound development, mixing and mastering.

Production, mixing & mastering - Far from Regular (FFR) by Sizzlethemenace
  • Audio Engineer
  • Music Producer
  • Sound Engineer

What was the brief?

The project focused on creating a melodic and expressive record that connects with listeners while providing a strong musical foundation for the artist’s performance.

What did I make?

I developed the musical concept, created the instrumental, shaped the arrangement and built the track around its melodic direction. I completed the project with mixing and mastering to achieve clarity, balance and sonic consistency.

What was the result?

The result was a well-rounded musical production with a defined melodic identity, bringing together the instrumental and vocal elements into a cohesive final record.

Production, mixing & mastering - Abnormal by Aje and Aktivxst
  • Audio Engineer
  • Mixing Engineer
  • Music Producer
  • +1

What was the brief?

The brief was to create a contemporary sound that reflects the artist’s musical identity while incorporating engaging rhythms, textures and production elements.

What did I make?

I handled the production process, from developing the instrumental and arranging the musical elements to shaping the overall sound of the record. I also performed the mixing and mastering to refine the production and create a consistent listening experience.

What was the result?

The project resulted in a contemporary, polished record that brings the artist’s creative direction and the production concept together into a finished release.

Music production, mixing & mastering - Till the end by Nikome
  • Audio Engineer
  • Mixing Engineer
  • Music Producer
  • +1

What was the brief?

The brief was to create an engaging Afrobeats instrumental with an infectious rhythm, memorable melodies and a contemporary sound that complements the artist’s musical identity.

What did I make?

I developed the instrumental, building the rhythmic foundation, melodies, harmonies and arrangement. I carefully selected and layered sounds to create an engaging production that supports the overall direction of the song.

What was the result?

The result was a distinctive Afrobeats production with a strong rhythmic identity and a musical arrangement tailored to the artist’s style.

Music Production - Obianuju by Wacko Jena
  • Music Producer
Radio commercial for Heineken beer Champions league campaign

What was the brief? The project required an audio concept that would support a brand campaign, communicate its central message and create a consistent sound that connects with the campaign's target audience. What did I make? I contributed to the development of the campaign's audio direction and production, translating the creative concept into a compelling sonic experience. This involved working with voice-over recordings, music, sound effects and other audio elements to bring the campaign's message to life. What was the result? The result was campaign audio that supported the brand's communication objectives and helped deliver its creative message in an engaging and recognisable way.

  • Audio Engineer
  • Music Producer
  • Sound Designer
  • +2
Radio commercial for Desperados beer

What was the brief? The brief was to develop an engaging radio commercial that communicates the brand's message clearly, captures the target audience's attention and creates a memorable listening experience. What did I make? I worked on the audio production of the radio commercial, translating the creative brief into an effective audio experience. This involved developing the sound direction, working with voice-over elements, selecting appropriate music and sound effects, and shaping the overall audio presentation. What was the result? The result was a professionally produced radio commercial that communicates the intended message while maintaining the brand's tone, identity and creative direction.

  • Audio Engineer
  • Sound Designer
  • Sound Editor
  • +1

Work experience

Audio Engineer · Insight PublicisMar 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 9 mos
Music producer/Engineer · Self employedJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Education

Bsc Geophysics · Mountain Top University2018 – 2022

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