I am a passionate sound designer and filmmaker with a strong focus on narrative media. My journey has been shaped by my education at Oberlin College and Conservatory, where I've honed my skills in various aspects of sound and production. I have learned to thrive building projects on my own in multiple roles, producer other people's audio work, and collaborating with other creative minds. With several film projects under my belt, I have developed expertise in sound design for documentaries and narrative films. I have had many opportunities to produce various student podcasts, and recently have been driving my portfolio to build my own. My goal is to continuously push creative boundaries and work with like-minded individuals to produce compelling audio experiences. I believe in the power of sound to evoke emotions and enhance storytelling.

Finn Saffel Sipes

I am a passionate sound designer and filmmaker with a strong focus on narrative media. My journey has been shaped by my education at Oberlin College and Conservatory, where I've honed my skills in various aspects of sound and production. I have learned to thrive building projects on my own in multiple roles, producer other people's audio work, and collaborating with other creative minds. With several film projects under my belt, I have developed expertise in sound design for documentaries and narrative films. I have had many opportunities to produce various student podcasts, and recently have been driving my portfolio to build my own. My goal is to continuously push creative boundaries and work with like-minded individuals to produce compelling audio experiences. I believe in the power of sound to evoke emotions and enhance storytelling.

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I am a passionate sound designer and filmmaker with a strong focus on narrative media. My journey has been shaped by my education at Oberlin College and Conservatory, where I’ve honed my skills in various aspects of sound and production. I have learned to thrive building projects on my own in multiple roles, producer other people’s audio work, and collaborating with other creative minds.

With several film projects under my belt, I have developed expertise in sound design for documentaries and narrative films. I have had many opportunities to produce various student podcasts, and recently have been driving my portfolio to build my own. My goal is to continuously push creative boundaries and work with like-minded individuals to produce compelling audio experiences. I believe in the power of sound to evoke emotions and enhance storytelling.

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Work Experience

DJ/Hip Hop Director at WOBC Oberlin College and Community Radio
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Oversaw the music DJ slot focusing on hip-hop, guiding students on how to submit music and create engaging playlists. Facilitated workshops for enhancing student podcasts and integrating audio technology into the curriculum.
Production Assistant at Wild Child Films
January 1, 2024 - January 31, 2024
Assisted with the setup and breakdown of film shoots, developed scripts, and helped in editing video content for documentary projects. Focused on collaborative efforts to elevate storytelling through visual and audio integration.
Videographer/Editor at Mercersburg Academy Summer Programs
June 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Shot and edited promotional videos for summer programs, capturing the essence of various activities and experiences to increase student enrollment and community engagement.
Society Coordinator at Oberlin Film Society
March 1, 2023 - Present
Coordinated film screenings and discussions, and managed outreach to local filmmakers and film lovers. Developed a recap video detailing the society's events to promote future engagements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Oberlin College and Conservatory
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026

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