Dynamic audio engineer with over 20 years of experience in location sound recording and audio post-production. Proven track record working with clients from small local productions to major networks like Netflix and HBO. Invented and patented the PLAYERSAFE™ microphone harness used by SkyTV for enhanced audio quality in contact sports. Specialist in high-performance motor sport recording, skilled in CRM management and customer service strategies to build satisfaction and long-term loyalty. Dedicated to delivering high-quality audio solutions that meet industry needs and help drive future projects.

Danny W. Watts

Dynamic audio engineer with over 20 years of experience in location sound recording and audio post-production. Proven track record working with clients from small local productions to major networks like Netflix and HBO. Invented and patented the PLAYERSAFE™ microphone harness used by SkyTV for enhanced audio quality in contact sports. Specialist in high-performance motor sport recording, skilled in CRM management and customer service strategies to build satisfaction and long-term loyalty. Dedicated to delivering high-quality audio solutions that meet industry needs and help drive future projects.

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Dynamic audio engineer with over 20 years of experience in location sound recording and audio post-production. Proven track record working with clients from small local productions to major networks like Netflix and HBO. Invented and patented the PLAYERSAFE™ microphone harness used by SkyTV for enhanced audio quality in contact sports.

Specialist in high-performance motor sport recording, skilled in CRM management and customer service strategies to build satisfaction and long-term loyalty. Dedicated to delivering high-quality audio solutions that meet industry needs and help drive future projects.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Sound Engineer (Location Sound Recording, Audio Post-Production) at D.L. Watts Limited
February 1, 2004 - Present
Directed the management of D.L. Watts Limited for 20 years, developing a strong client base across New Zealand film, television, and advertising industries. Collaborated on productions ranging from local projects to internationally recognized networks and platforms, including Sony Pictures, Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO, Madman, FIFA, MTV, CBS, and Red Bull. Provided post-production audio mixing, sound design, and editing for TV series on BBC, as well as audio deliverables for advertising campaigns for Audi, Huffer, Tiger, Pfizer, and FMG. Invented and patented the PLAYERSAFE microphone harness system for specialized full-contact sports use (currently in use by SkyTV). Developed innovative customer service strategies to improve satisfaction and foster client loyalty.
Sound Engineer / Location Sound Recording / Audio Post-Production at D.L. Watts Limited
February 1, 2004 - Present
Directed day-to-day operations of D.L. Watts Limited for 20 years, building a strong client base across film, television, and advertising in New Zealand. Collaborated on a wide range of productions from local projects to internationally recognized network platforms including Sony Pictures, Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO, Madman, FIFA, MTV, CBS, and Red Bull. Provided post-production audio mixing, sound design, and editing services for TV series on BBC, as well as audio for advertising campaigns for Audi, Huffer, Tiger, Pfizer, and FMG. Invented and patented the PLAYERSAFE™ microphone harness used by SkyTV for enhanced audio quality in contact sports, with an additional specialization in high-performance motor sport recording.
Sound Engineer, Location Sound Recording, Audio Post-Production, D.L.Watts Limited at D.L.Watts Limited
February 1, 2004 - Present
Directed management of D.L.Watts Limited for 20 years, developing a strong client base in New Zealand film, television, and advertising industries. Collaborated on productions ranging from local projects to internationally recognized networks and platforms including Sony Pictures, Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO, Madman, FIFA, MTV, CBS, and Red Bull. Provided post-production audio mixing, sound design, and editing services for TV series on BBC, as well as advertising campaigns for Audi, Huffer, Tiger, Pfizer, and FMG. Invented and patented the PLAYERSAFE specialized full contact sports microphone and transmitter harness, currently in use by SkyTV. Developed custom customer service strategies to improve satisfaction and foster client loyalty.

Education

Diploma at M.A.I.N.Z Music Audio Institute of New Zealand
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
University certificate at Auckland University
February 1, 2024 - August 26, 2026
Master fundamemtal AI at Stanford Online
May 1, 2025 - August 26, 2026
Bachelor of Health Science at Auckland University of Technology
February 1, 2000 - November 1, 2002
Diploma, Sound Engineering and Music Production at M.A.I.N.Z Music Audio Institute of New Zealand
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Auckland University Certificate, Italian Language at Auckland University (Italian Language course via Auckland, New Zealand)
February 1, 2024 - August 26, 2026
Stanford Online Certificate, AI Machine Learning specialization at Stanford Online (course via Aim Machine Learning, Treviso)
May 1, 2025 - August 26, 2026
Bachelor of Health Science, Occupational Therapy at Auckland University of Technology
February 1, 2000 - November 1, 2002
Diploma (Music Audio Institute of New Zealand) at M.A.I.N.Z Music Audio Institute of New Zealand
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Auckland University Certificate (Italian Language) at Auckland University
February 1, 2024 - August 26, 2026
Stanford Online Certificate (AI Machine Learning) at Stanford Online
May 1, 2025 - August 26, 2026
Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy) at Auckland University of Technology
February 1, 2000 - November 1, 2002

Qualifications

PLAYERSAFE™ patented microphone harness
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026
PLAYERSAFE™ microphone harness (patented/invented)
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services