I am an experienced audio engineer and studio manager with a strong background in audio production across a diverse range of projects such as audiobooks, voiceover, ad campaigns, film & TV, and video games. I take pride in managing teams and developing efficient studio workflows to ensure top-quality audio production. I'm passionate about continuously improving my skills and embracing new technologies to stay competitive in the field. Additionally, as a film composer, I've had the opportunity to create original scores for award-winning short films showcased at major festivals like SXSW and The Atlanta Film Festival. Outside the studio, I also contribute to the local arts scene by running FOH audio, lighting, and video for sketch comedy shows, keeping my creative spirit thriving.

Christopher Gardner

I am an experienced audio engineer and studio manager with a strong background in audio production across a diverse range of projects such as audiobooks, voiceover, ad campaigns, film & TV, and video games. I take pride in managing teams and developing efficient studio workflows to ensure top-quality audio production. I'm passionate about continuously improving my skills and embracing new technologies to stay competitive in the field. Additionally, as a film composer, I've had the opportunity to create original scores for award-winning short films showcased at major festivals like SXSW and The Atlanta Film Festival. Outside the studio, I also contribute to the local arts scene by running FOH audio, lighting, and video for sketch comedy shows, keeping my creative spirit thriving.

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I am an experienced audio engineer and studio manager with a strong background in audio production across a diverse range of projects such as audiobooks, voiceover, ad campaigns, film & TV, and video games. I take pride in managing teams and developing efficient studio workflows to ensure top-quality audio production. I’m passionate about continuously improving my skills and embracing new technologies to stay competitive in the field.

Additionally, as a film composer, I’ve had the opportunity to create original scores for award-winning short films showcased at major festivals like SXSW and The Atlanta Film Festival. Outside the studio, I also contribute to the local arts scene by running FOH audio, lighting, and video for sketch comedy shows, keeping my creative spirit thriving.

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Work Experience

Chief Audio Engineer/Studio Manager at John Marshall Media (Lantern Studios)
October 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee and perform full scale audio production for a vast range of projects including audiobooks, voiceover, commercial spots, film & TV, and video games. Manage a team of 8 engineers. Oversaw overall studio and gear maintenance. Developed all studio workflows. Conducted hiring processes to recruit skilled engineers for the team. Developed training programs for engineers.
Head Audio Engineer/Studio Manager at Lantern Audio
October 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Oversaw full audio production for diverse projects like audiobooks, voiceover, commercials, film & TV, and video games. Managed a team of 8 engineers. Maintained the studio and equipment. Created studio workflows. Led hiring of skilled engineers and developed training programs.
Audio Engineer/Session Director at Lantern Audio
April 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered audio for audiobooks, commercials, film & TV, podcasts, and video games. Directed voice talent for high-quality audiobook performances. Collaborated with clients to meet audio needs. Managed project timelines and kept up with industry trends and technology.
Post Production Audio Engineer at Common Mode, Inc
February 1, 2025 - Present
Conducted full audio post production for audiobooks, including editing, proofing, and mastering. Utilized Pro Tools for editing and mixing, Izotope RX for noise reduction, and Pozotron for proofing and quality assurance. Collaborated with team to ensure high-quality production and met deadlines and client expectations.
Post Production Audio Engineer at Banvard Audio
February 1, 2025 - Present
Handled complete audio post production for audiobooks, including editing, proofing, and mastering. Utilized Pro Tools for precise editing and mixing, Izotope RX for noise reduction techniques, and Pozotron for quality assurance. Collaborated with team members to ensure top quality production and timely delivery.
Staff Audio Engineer at Dave & Dave Recording Studios
March 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Recorded and engineered voiceover projects for film & TV, video games, audiobooks, and podcasts. Worked closely with production staff to meet client needs. Managed audio equipment and software to ensure high-quality recordings.
Film Composer at Self Employed
January 1, 2016 - Present
Composed original scores for three award-winning short films featured at festivals such as SXSW, The Atlanta Film Festival, and Black Star Film Festival.
Show Tech at Sketchworks Comedy
January 1, 2016 - Present
Operated FOH audio, lighting, and video for sketch comedy shows at the Limelight Theater in Atlanta, GA.
Director/Audio Engineer at Deyan Audio
June 30, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Directed and recorded dozens of audiobooks. Implemented best recording practices and troubleshooting techniques. Collaborated with publishers to meet their audio needs. Used industry-standard software to enhance audio quality and editing.
Assistant Audio Engineer/Intern at Tree Sound Studios
May 31, 2014 - August 1, 2025
Assisted audio engineers on recording sessions for major label artists. Responsible for session setup and breakdown. Maintained thorough session notes. Performed clerical tasks such as answering phones and booking sessions. Supported client needs and helped cultivate recording ambiance.
Chief Audio Engineer/Studio Manager at John Marshall Media (Lantern Studios)
October 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee and perform full scale audio production for a vast range of projects including audiobooks, voiceover, commercial spots, film & TV, video games, etc. Manage a team of 8 engineers. Oversaw overall studio and gear maintenance. Developed all studio workflows. Conducted hiring processes to recruit skilled engineers for the team. Developed training programs for engineers.
Head Audio Engineer/Studio Manager at Lantern Audio
October 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Managed full scale audio production for projects such as audiobooks, voiceover, commercial spots, film & TV, video games, overseeing a team of 8 engineers. Responsible for studio and gear maintenance, workflow development, conducting hiring, and engineer training programs.
Audio Engineer/Session Director at Lantern Audio
April 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered audio for audiobooks, commercials, film & TV, podcasts, and video games. Directed voice talent for audiobooks to ensure quality performances. Collaborated with clients to meet audio needs and delivered professional results using industry-standard software and equipment. Managed project timelines and stayed updated on industry trends.
Post Production Audio Engineer at Common Mode, Inc
February 1, 2025 - Present
Conducted full audio post production for audiobooks, including editing, proofing, and mastering using Pro Tools, Izotope RX for noise reduction, and Pozotron for proofing and quality assurance. Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure high-quality production and met project deadlines and client expectations.
Post Production Audio Engineer at Banvard Audio
February 1, 2025 - Present
Performed audiobook post production including editing, proofing, and mastering with Pro Tools and Izotope RX. Ensured accuracy with Pozotron and collaborated with teams for quality assurance and to meet deadlines and client needs.
Staff Audio Engineer at Dave & Dave Recording Studios
March 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Recorded and engineered voiceover projects for film & TV, video games, audiobooks, and podcasts. Worked closely with production staff to meet client needs. Managed audio equipment and software to achieve high-quality recordings and stayed updated on industry trends.
Film Composer at Self Employed
January 1, 2016 - Present
Composed original scores for three award-winning short films featured at SXSW, The Atlanta Film Festival, Black Star Film Festival, and others.
Show Tech at Sketchworks Comedy
January 1, 2016 - Present
Ran FOH audio, lighting, and video for sketch comedy shows at the Limelight Theater in Atlanta, GA.
Director/Audio Engineer at Deyan Audio
June 30, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Directed and recorded dozens of audiobooks, implemented recording processes and troubleshooting techniques, collaborated with publishers to meet their needs, and used industry-standard software to enhance audio quality and editing.
Assistant Audio Engineer/Intern at Tree Sound Studios
May 31, 2014 - August 1, 2025
Assisted audio engineers on recording sessions for major label artists, responsible for session setup and breakdown, maintained session notes, performed clerical tasks, and helped cultivate a positive recording environment.
Chief Audio Engineer / Studio Manager at John Marshall Media (Lantern Studios)
October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Oversaw full-scale audio production for audiobooks, voiceover, commercials, film & TV, and video games. Managed a team of 8 engineers, oversaw studio and gear maintenance, developed workflows, and led hiring and training.
Head Audio Engineer / Studio Manager at Lantern Audio
April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023
Managed studio operations and full production pipelines. Led engineering staff and developed standardized workflows.
Audio Engineer / Session Director at Lantern Audio
January 1, 2015 - April 1, 2022
Recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered audiobooks, commercials, podcasts, film & TV, and video game VO. Directed voice talent and collaborated with clients to deliver high-quality results.
Staff Audio Engineer at Dave & Dave Recording Studios
June 1, 2019 - March 1, 2022
Engineered voiceover sessions for film, television, video games, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Director / Audio Engineer at Deyan Audio
June 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
Directed and recorded dozens of audiobooks and collaborated directly with publishers.
Assistant Audio Engineer / Intern at Tree Sound Studios
May 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
Assisted engineers on major-label recording sessions; handled setup/breakdown, session notes, and studio operations.
Remote Post-Production Audio Engineer (Freelance) at Simon & Schuster Audio
November 1, 2025 - Present
Provide full audiobook post-production including dialogue editing, proofing, pickup placement, and mastering in line with publisher QC standards.
Remote Post-Production Audio Engineer (Freelance) at Hachette Audio
November 1, 2025 - Present
Deliver end-to-end audiobook post-production for punch-and-roll and roll workflows, ensuring editorial precision and consistency.
Remote Post-Production Audio Engineer (Freelance) at Eljin Productions
February 1, 2025 - Present
Provide audiobook post-production support including dialogue editing, proofing/QC, pickup placement, and mastering.
Remote Post-Production Audio Engineer at Common Mode, Inc.
February 1, 2025 - Present
Conduct full audiobook post-production including editing, proofing, and mastering using Pro Tools, iZotope RX, and Pozotron.
Remote Post-Production Audio Engineer at Banvard Audio
February 1, 2025 - Present
Conduct full audiobook post-production including editing, proofing, and mastering, ensuring editorial accuracy.

Education

Audio Engineering at The Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2013
Audio Engineering at The Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2013
Audio Engineering at The Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
June 1, 2013 - December 23, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Professional Services, Education, Other