Hi, I’m Don Gilmore—a multi-disciplinary audio/video engineer, music producer, and voice over artist based in Augusta, Georgia. I run Surreal to Real Productions from my own studio, where I compose, write, produce, and engineer music for the screen. With a background in broadcast engineering and video editing, I also package complete media projects and offer audio mixing, mastering, and restoration services, along with engaging voice-over work. I'm a great partner for independent songwriters. I can help you turn your vision into a streaming or CD ready song that pops and meets professional standards including Dolby Atmos if desired. Over the years I’ve held leadership and technical roles at Orsatti Productions, The Transcription Studio, and Disney Imagineering, and I’ve built workflows that support captions, translations, and DVD authoring. I’m passionate about turning ideas into polished media experiences and collaborating with clients to tell stories that resonate.…

Don Gilmore

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Hi, I’m Don Gilmore—a multi-disciplinary audio/video engineer, music producer, and voice over artist based in Augusta, Georgia. I run Surreal to Real Productions from my own studio, where I compose, write, produce, and engineer music for the screen. With a background in broadcast engineering and video editing, I also package complete media projects and offer audio mixing, mastering, and restoration services, along with engaging voice-over work. I'm a great partner for independent songwriters. I can help you turn your vision into a streaming or CD ready song that pops and meets professional standards including Dolby Atmos if desired. Over the years I’ve held leadership and technical roles at Orsatti Productions, The Transcription Studio, and Disney Imagineering, and I’ve built workflows that support captions, translations, and DVD authoring. I’m passionate about turning ideas into polished media experiences and collaborating with clients to tell stories that resonate.…

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Hi, I’m Don Gilmore—a multi-disciplinary audio/video engineer, music producer, and voice over artist based in Augusta, Georgia. I run Surreal to Real Productions from my own studio, where I compose, write, produce, and engineer music for the screen. With a background in broadcast engineering and video editing, I also package complete media projects and offer audio mixing, mastering, and restoration services, along with engaging voice-over work.

I’m a great partner for independent songwriters. I can help you turn your vision into a streaming or CD ready song that pops and meets professional standards including Dolby Atmos if desired.

Over the years I’ve held leadership and technical roles at Orsatti Productions, The Transcription Studio, and Disney Imagineering, and I’ve built workflows that support captions, translations, and DVD authoring. I’m passionate about turning ideas into polished media experiences and collaborating with clients to tell stories that resonate.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Audio/Video Engineer, Music Producer, Voice Over at Surreal to Real Productions
February 1, 2011 - Present
I work in my own studio as a composer, songwriter, producer, and engineer, specializing in composing and producing music for screen media. My background as a broadcast engineer and video editor allows me to package complete audiovisual projects. I perform audio mixing, mastering, and restoration services for both audio and video and provide engaging voice-over services.
Executive Vice-President / Co-Founder at Orsatti Productions Inc. (MetricWorld.net)
December 31, 2017 - September 3, 2025
Led production of award-winning animated educational videos focused on the S.I. Metric System, designed primarily for educational systems, homeschooling, and general learners. Ensured all content was optimized for delivery on small screen internet devices.
Chief Operations and Technical Officer at The Transcription Studio
January 31, 2009 - September 3, 2025
Designed, built, and managed all A/V encoding, transcoding, Windows networking, and staff across operations including remote teams in Manila. Increased revenue by more than double through application of emerging technologies to streamline services such as captions, subtitles, translation, and DVD authoring. Trained staff and authored SOPs, manuals, marketing, and promotional materials.
Technical Writer / Audio-Video Specialist at Walt Disney Imagineering
January 31, 2003 - September 3, 2025
Authored ten major Operation and Maintenance manuals for complex audio, video, and RF systems across Disney parks worldwide, many translated for Tokyo Disney Sea. Served as an audio and video specialist supporting other writers and departments within Disney during a contract placement.
Audio/Video Engineer, Music Producer, Voice Over at Surreal to Real Productions
February 1, 2011 - October 30, 2025
In my own studio I compose, write, produce, and engineer music for the screen; I provide audio mixing, mastering, and restoration services for audio and video; I package complete projects leveraging my background in broadcasting and video editing; I also offer engaging voice-over services.
Executive Vice-President / Co-Founder at Orsatti Productions Inc.
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Led the creation of MetricWorld.net; produced award-winning animated educational videos for SI Metric System; material optimized for small-screen internet delivery.
Chief Operations and Technical Officer at The Transcription Studio
January 31, 2009 - January 31, 2009
Designed, built, and managed AV encoding/transcoding, Windows networking, and staff; oversaw remote partnership in Manila; revenue more than doubled; advanced use of captions, subtitles, translation, and DVD authoring; trained staff; authored SOPs, manuals, marketing materials, and web/promotional content.
Technical Writer / Audio-Video Specialist at Walt Disney Imagineering
January 31, 2003 - January 31, 2003
Authored ten major Operation and Maintenance manuals for complex audio, video and RF systems; manuals translated to Japanese for Tokyo Disney Sea; served as AV specialist to other writers and departments; contract placement via TAC Engineering.

Education

Certified Broadcast Technologist at Society of Broadcast Engineers
January 1, 1990 - September 3, 2025
Advanced Recording Engineering at University of Sound Arts
January 1, 1983 - September 3, 2025
Certified Broadcast Technologist (CBT) at Pasadena City College
January 1, 1990 - October 30, 2025
Advanced Recording Engineering at University of Sound Arts
January 1, 1983 - October 30, 2025

Qualifications

Certified Broadcast Technologist (CBT)
January 1, 1990 - September 3, 2025
Patent on a guitar accessory
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Article published in TV Technology Magazine on Sigma A/V master control design and operation
January 1, 2000 - October 30, 2025
Membership: Society of Broadcast Engineers
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Membership: ASCAP
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Other, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    uniE603 The Thing (that everybody wants)
    soundtrack vocal instrumental music The main theme song for the film.…
    paper The Thing (that everybody wants)

    I was hired to compose and record a radio ready theme song for the film of the same name. It won a nomination for best music at the Las Vegas 24 hr. film festival of 2025.

    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Secret Island Pt.1 (Washed Ashore)
    Upon being shipwrecked, the adventurer is washed ashore on an island hiding many secrets.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Garden Rendezvous
    Against the wishes of her father she sneaks away to meet with her love.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Desert Dance Suite Pt. 2
    In instrumental describing an encounter with a magical oasis in the Sahara Desert.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Desert Dance Suite Pt. 1
    In instrumental describing an encounter with a magical oasis in the Sahara Desert.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Voyage To Atlantis
    In instrumental describing an imaginary trip in an advanced scientific submaring to discover the lost world of Atlantis.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Cruising To Jalama
    An instrumental describing the feeling of riding a Harley to Jalama Beach from Lompoc in Ca.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore (ft.Ashley Ambrose - The Last Double-O
    Intended for the last James Bond Film in 2022.…
    uniE603 Don Gilmore - Paranormal Radio
    Intended for a national radio show like C2C, Dark Matter, or Caravan To Midnight.…