As a highly experienced audio engineer, sound designer, and producer, I possess a calm and composed demeanour, especially in high-stress situations. I specialise in both studio engineering and content production, with advanced expertise in using DAWs, video software and recording studios. I also excel at building relationships, leading teams, and fostering collaboration. I can also create video podcasts and social media assets.…

Basil Oxtoby

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As a highly experienced audio engineer, sound designer, and producer, I possess a calm and composed demeanour, especially in high-stress situations. I specialise in both studio engineering and content production, with advanced expertise in using DAWs, video software and recording studios. I also excel at building relationships, leading teams, and fostering collaboration. I can also create video podcasts and social media assets.…

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As a highly experienced audio engineer, sound designer, and producer, I possess a calm and composed demeanour, especially in high-stress situations. I specialise in both studio engineering and content production, with advanced expertise in using DAWs, video software and recording studios. I also excel at building relationships, leading teams, and fostering collaboration. I can also create video podcasts and social media assets.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound and Technology Lead at Fresh Air Production
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Design, record, and edit audio content for podcasts with a focus on high quality and clarity. Enhance poorly recorded audio using RX10 and Adobe Audition. Set up and manage cameras and lighting for video production using vMix. Handle sound design, scoring, and mixing for complex episodes. Manage studio equipment and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless sessions. Develop out-of-studio recording processes for vehicle and corporate settings. Serve as the main point of contact for clients, talent, and stakeholders. Provide IT support, streamline studio processes, and coordinate sessions with hosts and production teams. Build relationships with external studios and equipment suppliers, monitor costs for budget compliance, pursue new business opportunities, and collaborate with marketing to promote content.
Sound and Technology Lead at Fresh Air Production
February 1, 2025 - September 23, 2025
Design, record, and edit audio content for podcasts, ensuring high quality and clarity. Enhance poorly recorded audio using iZotope RX10 and Adobe Audition for improved clarity. Set up and manage cameras and lighting in the studio for video production using vMix. Handle sound design, scoring, and mixing for complex podcast episodes. Manage all studio equipment and troubleshoot technical issues for seamless recording sessions. Develop out-of-studio recording processes for unique settings, including moving vehicles and corporate environments. Serve as the point of contact for clients, talent, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication. Provide IT support and resolve technical issues for staff in the office. Streamline studio processes to enhance workflow and maintain sound standards. Coordinate recording sessions with hosts, guests, and production teams for timely execution. Build and maintain relationships with external studios and equipment suppliers. Monitor studio-related cos
Sound and Technology Lead at Fresh Air Production
February 1, 2025 - September 23, 2025
Designs, records, and edits audio content for podcasts; enhances poorly recorded audio using iZotope RX10 and Adobe Audition; sets up cameras and lighting for video, using vMix; handles sound design, scoring, and mixing; manages studio equipment and resolves technical issues; develops out-of-studio recording processes for unique settings; serves as client liaison; provides IT support; streamlines studio processes; coordinates recording sessions; builds relationships with external studios and equipment suppliers; monitors costs and pursues new business opportunities; collaborates with marketing to promote content.
Studio Director (Technical Producer) at BBC News
December 1, 2022 - September 23, 2025
Mixed live and pre-recorded content with consistent audio levels. Tested and managed live contribution lines (ISDN, Comrex, FaceTime, Skype, Luci Live, Phonebox, ipDTL). Edited packages and pre-recorded programs using multitrack software. Directed studio teams during live broadcasts, responding to breaking news and technical issues. Managed program timings, opt-out points, and external lines for live interviews. Verified audio quality to BBC standards and Ofcom regulations. Produced content for social media and visualised interviews for BBC platforms such as the 6 and 10 o’clock news.
Studio Director (Technical Producer) at BBC News
December 1, 2022 - September 23, 2025
Mixed live and pre-recorded content, ensuring consistent audio levels. Tested and managed live contribution lines (ISDN, Comrex, FaceTime, Skype, Luci Live, Phonebox, ipDTL). Edited packages and pre-recorded programs using multitrack software. Directed studio teams during live broadcasts, responding to breaking news and technical issues. Managed program timings, opt-out points, and external lines for live interviews. Verified audio quality, ensuring compliance with BBC standards and Ofcom regulations. Produced content for social media and visualized interviews for BBC platforms like the 6 and 10 o’clock news.
Studio Director (Technical Producer) at BBC News
December 1, 2022 - September 23, 2025
Mixed live and pre-recorded content with consistent audio levels; tested and managed live contribution lines (ISDN, Comrex, FaceTime, Skype, Luci Live, Phonebox, ipDTL); edited packages and pre-recorded programs; directed studio teams during live broadcasts; managed program timings and opt-out points; verified audio quality to BBC standards and Ofcom regulations; produced content for social media and visualized interviews for BBC platforms.
Content Producer at RNIB Connect Radio
August 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Booked and prepped guests for live and pre-recorded shows. Created diverse audio content including full programs, adverts, promos, stings, and service announcements. Managed day-to-day operations for volunteers, including production, expense reporting, troubleshooting, guidance, and training. Conducted and edited interviews with MPs, Paralympians, healthcare professionals, and more. Managed social media accounts, posting images, voiceovers, audio clips, and headlines. Fostered cross-department collaboration to ensure transparency of the charity’s activities for listeners. Trained blind and partially sighted presenters in broadcasting skills. Presented and contributed to live shows. Pitched and developed feature ideas for ongoing programming.
Content Producer at RNIB Connect Radio
August 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Booked and prepped guests for live and pre-recorded shows. Created diverse audio content, including full programs, adverts, promos, stings, and service announcements. Managed day-to-day operations for volunteers, including pre-recorded show production, expense reporting, troubleshooting, guidance, and radio training. Conducted and edited interviews with MPs, Paralympians, and healthcare professionals. Managed social media accounts, posting images, voiceovers, audio clips, and headlines on Instagram, Twitter, and Audioboom. Fostered cross-departmental collaboration to ensure transparency of the charity’s activities for listeners. Trained blind and partially sighted presenters in broadcasting skills. Presented and contributed to live shows. Pitched and developed feature ideas for ongoing programming.
Content Producer at RNIB Connect Radio
August 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Booked and prepped live and pre-recorded guests; created diverse audio content including full programs, adverts, promos, stings, and service announcements; managed day-to-day operations for volunteers; conducted and edited interviews; managed social media accounts; fostered cross-department collaboration; trained blind and partially sighted presenters; presented and contributed to live shows; pitched and developed feature ideas.
Audio Producer at RNIB Talking Books
September 1, 2017 - September 23, 2025
Produced, directed, and engineered narrators to deliver high-quality audiobooks and magazines for the in-house library and commercial partners. Set up studios for single and multi-voice productions. Managed post-production, including mixing and mastering, to meet tight delivery deadlines. Assisted producers at RNIB Connect Radio with programming and presenter training.
Audio Producer at RNIB Talking Books
September 1, 2017 - September 23, 2025
Produced, directed, and engineered narrators to deliver high-quality audiobooks and magazines for the in-house library, as well as for commercial partners like Audible, Penguin Random House, and ISIS Publishing. Set up studios for both single and multi-voice productions. Managed post-production, including mixing and mastering, to meet tight delivery deadlines. Assisted producers at RNIB Connect Radio with programming and presenter training.
Audio Producer at RNIB Talking Books
September 1, 2017 - September 23, 2025
Produced, directed, and engineered narrators for audiobooks and magazines for the in-house library and commercial partners; set up studios for single and multi-voice productions; managed post-production including mixing and mastering to tight deadlines; assisted producers with programming and presenter training.

Education

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Qualifications

Safeguarding training
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025
Disability Confident employee
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services
    Sound and Technology Lead - Fresh Air Production

    • Design, record, and edit audio content for podcasts, ensuring high quality and clarity.
    • Enhance poorly recorded audio using iZotope RX10 and Adobe Audition for improved clarity and quality.
    • Set up and manage cameras and lighting in the studio for video production using vMix.
    • Handle sound design, scoring, and mixing for complex podcast episodes.
    • Manage all studio equipment and troubleshoot technical issues for seamless recording sessions.
    • Develop out-of-studio recording processes for unique settings, including moving vehicles and corporate
    environments.
    • Serve as the point of contact for clients, talent, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication.
    • Provide IT support and resolve technical issues for staff in the office.
    • Streamline studio processes to enhance workflow and maintain sound standards.
    • Coordinate recording sessions with hosts, guests, and production teams for timely execution.
    • Build and maintain relationships with external studios and equipment suppliers.
    • Monitor studio-related costs to ensure budget compliance.
    • Identify and pursue new business development opportunities.
    • Collaborate with marketing to promote podcast content effectively.

    Happy Place

    Working as a freelancer for Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place podcast, I look after all video, lighting and audio whilst in studio.

    Look after all video edits for long form content.

    I also stand in as producer when the usual producer isn’t available.

    The Harry Hill Show

    Working as producer on The Harry Hill Show, I lead an incredibly small team to create the internet’s most TV looking Vodscarf.

    I also occasionally help Harry with sketches and will very very occasionally, don a costume.