I'm Chris Doherty, a Sydney-based recording and mix engineer with over 25 years of experience across music, film, television and sound design. I collaborate with artists and productions worldwide, delivering recording, mixing, and sound design, and I also design acoustic spaces and studios. I’m passionate about exploring new production techniques, collaborating with diverse teams, and mixing acoustic/ensemble music, including Dolby Atmos workflows when practical.

Chris Doherty

I'm Chris Doherty, a Sydney-based recording and mix engineer with over 25 years of experience across music, film, television and sound design. I collaborate with artists and productions worldwide, delivering recording, mixing, and sound design, and I also design acoustic spaces and studios. I’m passionate about exploring new production techniques, collaborating with diverse teams, and mixing acoustic/ensemble music, including Dolby Atmos workflows when practical.

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I’m Chris Doherty, a Sydney-based recording and mix engineer with over 25 years of experience across music, film, television and sound design. I collaborate with artists and productions worldwide, delivering recording, mixing, and sound design, and I also design acoustic spaces and studios.
I’m passionate about exploring new production techniques, collaborating with diverse teams, and mixing acoustic/ensemble music, including Dolby Atmos workflows when practical.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

In-House Recording Engineer at Studios 301
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2010
End-to-end planning and delivery of sessions including albums, orchestral, film, television and advertising projects; liaising with clients from diverse fields and building rapport to ensure enjoyable and productive outcomes.
Freelance Sound Engineer at Top Audio (tophaudio.com)
January 1, 2004 - Present
Recording, mixing, sound design and editing across music, film and TV; project management of large and small-scale audio production; extensive credits including international acts such as Snoop Dogg, Coldplay, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Australia’s leading classical musicians.
Lecturer (Contract) at JMC Academy
June 1, 2019 - Present
Development and facilitation of tertiary level learning across various formats; hands-on practical lecturing; lecturing in acoustic design, advanced spatial and ensemble recording techniques, sound mixing, podcasting and practical studio production.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Creative Arts at JMC Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Master of Creative Arts at JMC Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Avid Certified User Pro Tools 2020
April 1, 2022 - December 22, 2025
Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT)
June 1, 2011 - December 22, 2025
Audio Engineering Certificate IV
December 1, 2003 - December 22, 2025
Theory of Music Grade 1 & 2
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other