With sixteen years of experience as an audio production professional working in feature films, short films, and commercials, it is with great excitement that I submit my resume for consideration to become a member of your team. In addition to my formal education and training, my hands-on experience makes me an excellent match for the unique demands of the Sound Designer position you have advertised. In my previous role at Q Department, I successfully provided Sound Design for national campaigns in the ad space for companies like Google, Audi, Nissan, Adidas, AMEX, Coors, Squarespace, and more. Additionally, I’ve worked with award-winning directors such as Todd Solandz, Jeremy Saulnier, and Rob Epstein. I am confident that my skills and experience align well with your needs. Please review the following examples from my resume, which outline the many strengths I can leverage to advance your mission. • Expertise in Production & Post-Production Audio in various creative roles • Sound Editing, Mixing, and Mastering for Broadcast and Webcast standards • Certified ProTools Operator • 5.1 Mixing • BFA in Sound Design My resume and website provide further details of my enthusiasm for audio and examples of my work. A copy of my reel showcasing my experience is available on my website. I hope to connect to set up a meeting to discuss in greater detail how I can be of service. In the interim, thank you for reviewing this letter and the attached material. Sincerely, Franklin Vaughan _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ linkedin.com/in/franklin-vaughan-14003a31

Franklin Vaughan

With sixteen years of experience as an audio production professional working in feature films, short films, and commercials, it is with great excitement that I submit my resume for consideration to become a member of your team. In addition to my formal education and training, my hands-on experience makes me an excellent match for the unique demands of the Sound Designer position you have advertised. In my previous role at Q Department, I successfully provided Sound Design for national campaigns in the ad space for companies like Google, Audi, Nissan, Adidas, AMEX, Coors, Squarespace, and more. Additionally, I’ve worked with award-winning directors such as Todd Solandz, Jeremy Saulnier, and Rob Epstein. I am confident that my skills and experience align well with your needs. Please review the following examples from my resume, which outline the many strengths I can leverage to advance your mission. • Expertise in Production & Post-Production Audio in various creative roles • Sound Editing, Mixing, and Mastering for Broadcast and Webcast standards • Certified ProTools Operator • 5.1 Mixing • BFA in Sound Design My resume and website provide further details of my enthusiasm for audio and examples of my work. A copy of my reel showcasing my experience is available on my website. I hope to connect to set up a meeting to discuss in greater detail how I can be of service. In the interim, thank you for reviewing this letter and the attached material. Sincerely, Franklin Vaughan _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ linkedin.com/in/franklin-vaughan-14003a31

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With sixteen years of experience as an audio production professional working in feature films, short films, and commercials, it is with great excitement that I submit my resume for consideration to become a member of your team. In addition to my formal education and training, my hands-on experience makes me an excellent match for the unique demands of the Sound Designer position you have advertised.

In my previous role at Q Department, I successfully provided Sound Design for national campaigns in the ad space for companies like Google, Audi, Nissan, Adidas, AMEX, Coors, Squarespace, and more. Additionally, I’ve worked with award-winning directors such as Todd Solandz, Jeremy Saulnier, and Rob Epstein. I am confident that my skills and experience align well with your needs.

Please review the following examples from my resume, which outline the many strengths I can leverage to advance your mission.

• Expertise in Production & Post-Production Audio in various creative roles
• Sound Editing, Mixing, and Mastering for Broadcast and Webcast standards
• Certified ProTools Operator
• 5.1 Mixing
• BFA in Sound Design

My resume and website provide further details of my enthusiasm for audio and examples of my work. A copy of my reel showcasing my experience is available on my website. I hope to connect to set up a meeting to discuss in greater detail how I can be of service. In the interim, thank you for reviewing this letter and the attached material.

Sincerely,

Franklin Vaughan

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Work Experience

Sound Designer / Sound Editor at Q Department
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Created and implemented audio content for fast-paced advertising, short film, film, and VR production workflows. Partnered with Creative and Audio Directors to create trailers, demos, commercials, VR, and sonic branding soundscapes. Designed emotionally compelling original sounds; mixed and managed dialogue assets, oversaw sessions (recording, foley, mix, AAF/OMF conversion), prepared audio layback presentations, and coordinated incoming/outgoing project materials. Managed studio and production data.
Sound Designer/Sound Editor at Q Department
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Creation and sound editing/implementation for advertising commercials, short films, films, and VR projects. Worked with Creative and Audio Directors to create soundscapes for trailers, demos, commercials, VR, and sonic branding; designed original emotionally compelling sounds; mixed and managed dialogue assets; oversaw sessions (recording, foley, mix, AAF/OMF conversion) and prepared/printed audio laybacks and presentations; coordinated incoming/outgoing materials and managed studio/production data.
Sound Mixer / Audio Consultant at People’s Television
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Provided consultation on production sound techniques and supplied production sound services to commercial projects.
Volunteer Technical Director at Second Stor ies Podcast
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Edited and mixed podcasts for multiple subscription services including iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify; managed file hosting, submissions, posting, RSS feed, and ID3 tags.
Audio Quality Controller at Audioworks Producers Group
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Reviewed, edited, and arranged ADR sessions for international cartoons; created workflow into session templates; devised a simpler method to log ADR information to avoid confusion and improve retrieval.
Sound Mixer at Picture Farm Production
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Supplied production sound services to multi-camera and tracking live musical performance projects; credits include SPCA celebration, magazine/brand music sessions, and Inside-the-company corporate content.
Foley Editor at Harbor Picture Company
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Worked with Editorial to complete Auto-Conform duties; spotted and edited projects in Foley, ADR, and Loop Group; co-managed ADR sessions.
Sound Mixer at One Thousand Percent
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Provided sound and re-recording services for webcast-focused high-end client projects; mixed production sound and completed re-recording deliverables.
Intern (Production Audio) at Dubway Studios
January 1, 2012 - Present
Handled client services, studio maintenance, set up sessions for engineers, and supported production audio.
Sound Editor (Dialogue Editor / Sound Editor) at Wildfire Studios
January 1, 2012 - Present
Served as dialogue and sound editor for a primary assignment.
Intern at Dubway Studios
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Handled client services, studio maintenance, and session setup for engineers; supported production audio operations.
Sound Editor (Dialogue and Sound) at Wildfire Studios
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Served as dialogue and sound editor for an assignment; worked across editing and sound tasks supporting production and deliverables.
Sound Mixer at Neighborhood Watch
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Served as sound mixer for Blue Ruin (Cannes FIPRESCI Prize winner). Worked as assistant sound editor on Super Dark Times (Best Sound Design). Also worked on promotional commercials including music supervision and re-recording mixer tasks.
Sound Designer / Re-recording Mixer / Sound Mixer at Thump Recording
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Mixed commercials for high-profile clients; sound designed and mixed award-winning documentary-adjacent short film work; delivered jobs with high satisfaction resulting in additional assignments.
Freelance Audio Engineer / Sound Designer / Sound Editor / Sound Mixer at Franklin Vaughan Sound Services
January 1, 2010 - Present
Mix, record, and edit sound for feature/short films, commercials, promotions, and Broadway. Manage budgets and provide equipment/resources for project success. Work on festival/theater/broadcast and webcast commercial deliverables. Supervise multiple projects and collaborate with clients on project development, status, and sound design direction.
Freelance Sound Editor / Assistant Sound Editor / Apprentice Sound Editor at Tandem Sound
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Consulted on soundtracks strategy/timelines for budget and schedule; mixed/recorded/edited sound for films/shorts and commercials; annotated cues and spot templates; set up and managed a 5.1 surround mix room; prepared laybacks and stems (including M&E) for deliverables; spotted Foley within budget and improved productivity by 40%; developed understanding of audio post workflows and collaborated with editors/producers on festival-bound projects.
Freelance Audio Engineer/ Sound Designer/ Sound Editor/ Sound Mixer at Franklin Vaughan Sound Services
January 1, 2010 - Present
Mix, record, and edit sound for feature/short films, commercials, promotions, and Broadway. Manage budgets and provide equipment/resources; work in studio and live settings; supervise multiple projects; communicate project development/status with clients; develop client base via networking and referrals. Key credits include Dakota (2018), Jackrabbit (2015), My Name Is David (2015), and multiple short films and Broadway/commercial projects.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sound Design at Savannah College of Arts and Design
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sound Design at Savannah College of Arts and Design
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

AVID ProTools HD Certified Operator
January 1, 2010 - July 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    Sound Work

    Feature Films:

    Blue Ruin (2013) - Jeremy Saulnier

    God’s Pocket (2014) - John Slattery

    Dark Horse (2011) - Todd Solandz

    Lovelace (2013) - Rob Epstein & Jeffrey Friedman

    Last Weekend (2014) - Tom Dolby

    Commercials:

    Google: For Africa

    Squarespace: Launch It

    American Express: Through It All

    Nissan: Electric Cars For Electric Drivers

    Army: The Next Greatest Generation Is Now

    Coors: Made To Chill