I’m a versatile audio engineer, music composer, and multi-instrumentalist with a lifelong love of learning. I thrive on creating immersive soundscapes, from recording and mixing in the studio to writing orchestral scores and designing ambient environments for podcasts and film. I’m collaborative, curious, and always eager to bring functionality, excellence, and creativity to every project. Based in the Atlanta area, I work across film, TV, podcasts, and live sessions, proficient with a range of DAWs and sound design techniques. I enjoy partnering with directors, musicians, and designers to craft stories through sound and music, and I’m continually expanding my sonic toolkit to deliver compelling experiences.

Ethan Leak

I’m a versatile audio engineer, music composer, and multi-instrumentalist with a lifelong love of learning. I thrive on creating immersive soundscapes, from recording and mixing in the studio to writing orchestral scores and designing ambient environments for podcasts and film. I’m collaborative, curious, and always eager to bring functionality, excellence, and creativity to every project. Based in the Atlanta area, I work across film, TV, podcasts, and live sessions, proficient with a range of DAWs and sound design techniques. I enjoy partnering with directors, musicians, and designers to craft stories through sound and music, and I’m continually expanding my sonic toolkit to deliver compelling experiences.

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I’m a versatile audio engineer, music composer, and multi-instrumentalist with a lifelong love of learning. I thrive on creating immersive soundscapes, from recording and mixing in the studio to writing orchestral scores and designing ambient environments for podcasts and film. I’m collaborative, curious, and always eager to bring functionality, excellence, and creativity to every project.

Based in the Atlanta area, I work across film, TV, podcasts, and live sessions, proficient with a range of DAWs and sound design techniques. I enjoy partnering with directors, musicians, and designers to craft stories through sound and music, and I’m continually expanding my sonic toolkit to deliver compelling experiences.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound Designer, Audio Mixer at Maniac Agency
November 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025
Edited, mixed, and provided sound design on a series of tourism videos and brand films.
Music Composer at "Across" Documentary Series
January 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025
Composed original music, while collaborating with film composer Curtis Green.
Sound Designer, Music Composer at Story Keepers Podcast
November 1, 2023 - Present
Designing ambient environments to give the players a sense of immersion. Writing original orchestrated music tracks that are able to be looped and sit under dialogue.
Music Composer at "Restock Day" Animated Short
January 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025
Created original, emotive orchestration to compliment the action and drama of this animated short that featured no spoken dialogue.
Music Composer at "Treasure Treachery" Animated Short
May 1, 2022 - September 27, 2025
Composed a score that communicates imagination, Halloween, jungle exploration, and adventure. Collaborated with the sound design department to provide constructive input.
Director of Music and Worship at Crossroads Church
May 1, 2019 - September 27, 2025
Engineered streamlined audio playback rigs at three separate campuses, including use of original stems. Led worship at three locations, as well as music directing.
Volunteer at Christian Life Church And Gap House Of Prayer
August 1, 2022 - September 27, 2025
Engineered a streamlined Ableton Live playback system. Headed up the design, setup, and tear down of sound systems and stages.
Musician at Various Artists (Chloe Agnew and Lisa Kelly from Celtic Woman, Cindy Morgan)
November 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025
Musician

Education

Bachelor of Science at Middle Tennessee State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Wwise 101 Certification at Online
March 1, 2022 - September 27, 2025

Qualifications

Wwise 101 Certification
March 1, 2022 - September 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education