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I’m Alan Sallabank, a professional post-production sound engineer with over 35 years in the industry across the UK and Europe. I specialize in immersive audio, Pro Tools, Dolby Atmos, dubbing theatres and ADR facilities, delivering high-quality results on time and within budget, even under pressure.
From running 8dB Sound Limited (2013–2022) to collaborating on Disney and Marvel feature films and top-tier TV drama, I’ve built workflows, collaborated with industry legends, and shared expertise through a six-part video tutorial series on immersive audio. I’ve been nominated for BAFTA, MPSE Golden Reel, Gemini and Resolution Awards and won CAS and MPSE Golden Reel Award (ADR). I’ve designed workflows, built dubbing theatres and ADR facilities, and liaised closely with manufacturers and productions, earning a reputation as a calm, collaborative professional who can deliver high-quality work under pressure.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Head Of Sound at Orwo Studios / BlackHangar
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Oversee all sound operations for productions, lead the sound department, implement dubbing and mix workflows, and ensure delivery of ADR, Foley and final mixes to tight schedules.
Sound Editor, Re-recording Mixer at Evolutions Post Production Bristol
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Provide sound editorial and re-recording mixing for post-production projects, coordinating with the picture department and clients to ensure consistent dialogue, ambience and final mix quality.
Director / Recording Mixer / Sound Supervisor at 8dB Sound Limited
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Directed and supervised post-production sound, delivering ADR, Foley and final mixes for a diverse range of clients including film, TV, trailer campaigns and VR installations.
Senior Mixer at Encore Production Soho
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013Senior Mixer responsible for delivering high-quality dubbing and mixing across a variety of formats and genres under tight schedules.
Recording Mixer at Basilica Sound
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007Recording Mixer contributing to all stages of post-production sound for multiple projects.
Head Of Sound at Picture Production Company
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Led sound design, dubbing and mixing workflows for a range of productions as Head Of Sound.
Technical Director / Re-recording Mixer at dB Post Production
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002Managed technical operations and delivered high-end final mixes as Technical Director and Re-recording Mixer.
Assistant Dubbing Mixer at VideoLondon
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Supported ADR and dubbing sessions as Assistant Dubbing Mixer.
Sound Assistant at VideoVillage
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991Assisted on set and post-production sound tasks as Sound Assistant.
Head Of Sound at Orwo Studios / BlackHangar
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Head of sound overseeing post-production sound; responsible for immersive audio delivery and team coordination.
Sound Editor, Re-recording Mixer at Evolutions Post Production Bristol
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Sound editor and re-recording mixer for a range of projects; responsible for ADR, Foley coordination; contributed to creative decisions.
Director / Re-recording Mixer / Sound Supervisor at 8dB Sound Limited
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2022Director and re-recording mixer; sound supervisor for multiple projects; designed workflows, built dubbing theatres and ADR facilities; liaised with manufacturers and productions.
Senior Mixer at Encore Production Soho
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013Senior mixer on feature films and TV projects; supervised mixing and contributed to ADR/Post-Production processes.
Recording Mixer at Basilica Sound
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007Re-recording mixer on diverse projects; supported producers to shape final sound.
Head Of Sound at Picture Production Company
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Head of sound overseeing post-production sound for corporate and documentary content.
Technical Director / Re-recording Mixer at dB Post Production
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 2002Technical director; re-recording mixer; maintained technical standards and workflows.
Assistant Dubbing Mixer at VideoLondon
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1993Assistant dubbing mixer; supported ADR, dubbing and syncing tasks.
Sound Assistant at VideoVillage
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991Sound assistant; assisted on-set and post-production tasks.
Sound Assistant at Video Village
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991Assisted senior engineers with dubbing and session prep on period projects.
Re-recording Mixer at Basilica Sound
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007Mixing dialogues, effects and music to final tracks for projects.
Director / Recording Mixer / Sound Supervisor at 8dB Sound Limited
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2022Ran post-production sound services for diverse clients including Disney and Marvel feature films, top TV drama, period sitcoms, trailer campaigns and VR installations.
Sound Editor / Re-recording Mixer at Evolutions Post Production Bristol
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Edited sound and mixed final tracks for a variety of projects.
Education
Qualifications
GCSEs in Physics, Maths, English, French, Chemistry, Music, Geography, Design Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025A-Levels in Design Technology and Physics
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025BAFTA nomination
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025MPSE Golden Reel Award nomination
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025Gemini Award nomination
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025Resolution Award nomination
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025CAS Award (ADR) Winner
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025MPSE Golden Reel Award (ADR) Winner
January 11, 2030 - November 19, 2025GCSE
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025A-Levels (Maths, Design Technology, Physics)
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025GCSE
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025A-Levels (Maths, Design Technology, Physics)
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025GCSEs (Physics, Maths, English, French, Chemistry, Music, Geography, Design Technology)
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026A-Levels in Design Technology and Physics; AS/A Levels in Maths
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026BAFTA Nomination (Hold Back the Night)
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026MPSE Golden Reel Award (ADR) Winner
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026CAS Award
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026MPSE Golden Reel Award (ADR) Winning
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026GCSE
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026A-Level
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026GCSE
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026A-Level
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026GCSEs (Physics, Maths, English, French, Chemistry, Music, Geography, Design Technology)
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026A-Levels (Design Technology, Physics, Maths)
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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