I’m Holden Zaborniak, an audio engineering student at SAE Institute in North Vancouver, originally from Parksville, BC. My strength is electronic dance music with an ethereal and ambient feel. I’m most energized when creating and editing sound, with a passion for sound design, field recording, post-production, and mixing. My focus is on the technical and creative craft of shaping immersive audio experiences that enhance storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a strong work ethic, adaptability, and reliability to every project. I’m eager to connect for internships, assistant roles, collaborations, or creative exchange—let’s make something sound amazing.

Holden Zaborniak

I’m Holden Zaborniak, an audio engineering student at SAE Institute in North Vancouver, originally from Parksville, BC. My strength is electronic dance music with an ethereal and ambient feel. I’m most energized when creating and editing sound, with a passion for sound design, field recording, post-production, and mixing. My focus is on the technical and creative craft of shaping immersive audio experiences that enhance storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a strong work ethic, adaptability, and reliability to every project. I’m eager to connect for internships, assistant roles, collaborations, or creative exchange—let’s make something sound amazing.

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I’m Holden Zaborniak, an audio engineering student at SAE Institute in North Vancouver, originally from Parksville, BC. My strength is electronic dance music with an ethereal and ambient feel. I’m most energized when creating and editing sound, with a passion for sound design, field recording, post-production, and mixing. My focus is on the technical and creative craft of shaping immersive audio experiences that enhance storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a strong work ethic, adaptability, and reliability to every project. I’m eager to connect for internships, assistant roles, collaborations, or creative exchange—let’s make something sound amazing.

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Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Foreman at Crocus Landscaping Maintenance
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024
Yard maintenance including mowing lawns, line trimming; pruning various species of flowers and shrubs at the correct time; weed control; yard installations; responsible for field duties and coordinating crew tasks; assessed areas in need and created team game plans; used plant knowledge to time seasonal tasks.
Customer Service at Tom Lee Music
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Greeting customers and assisting with product-related questions, tidying the store.
Audio Producer / Editor (Freelance) at Freelance / Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Producing and editing mixes; editing vocal and dialogue; mixing.

Education

Audio Engineering and Music Production Diploma at SAE Institute
April 7, 2025 - December 23, 2025

Qualifications

Pro Tools 130 Game Audio Certificate
December 22, 2025 - December 22, 2025
Pro Tools 110 & 130 Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
SAE Institute Diploma in Audio Engineering & Music Production
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    paper Producer - Folk Song

    I recorded and produced, mixed and mastered a folk song very recently. My client wanted me to use my opinion and creative strengths so the song has elements of an ambient feel while remaining true to his vision.