Dynamic audio post-production professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality content for broadcast and online platforms. Exceptional technical acumen and problem-solving abilities, combined with a calm demeanor, ensure focus and efficiency in high-pressure environments. A collaborative team player skilled in effective time management and fostering strong interpersonal relationships to enhance client satisfaction and project outcomes. Extensive experience with industry-standard software and hardware demonstrates a steadfast commitment to excellence, while a proactive approach to sound design facilitates the creation of innovative sounds and dynamic audioscapes, ensuring successful editing and rapid turnarounds.

John Nichols

Dynamic audio post-production professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality content for broadcast and online platforms. Exceptional technical acumen and problem-solving abilities, combined with a calm demeanor, ensure focus and efficiency in high-pressure environments. A collaborative team player skilled in effective time management and fostering strong interpersonal relationships to enhance client satisfaction and project outcomes. Extensive experience with industry-standard software and hardware demonstrates a steadfast commitment to excellence, while a proactive approach to sound design facilitates the creation of innovative sounds and dynamic audioscapes, ensuring successful editing and rapid turnarounds.

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Dynamic audio post-production professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality content for broadcast and online platforms. Exceptional technical acumen and problem-solving abilities, combined with a calm demeanor, ensure focus and efficiency in high-pressure environments. A collaborative team player skilled in effective time management and fostering strong interpersonal relationships to enhance client satisfaction and project outcomes. Extensive experience with industry-standard software and hardware demonstrates a steadfast commitment to excellence, while a proactive approach to sound design facilitates the creation of innovative sounds and dynamic audioscapes,
ensuring successful editing and rapid turnarounds.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Work Experience

Sound Designer / Audio Director at Fox Tel / Fox Sports Technical Support
January 1, 2008 - Present
Delivered high-quality audio post-production to enhance broadcast quality for Fox Sports Australia; managed audio post-production tasks, edited and mixed for both long-form programming and promotion content; created streamlined workflows and effective client communications to ensure high production standards; provided technical support and maintained audio systems.
Audio Post-Production at Digidesign Australia
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2007
Developed and preserved effective communication channels with internal clients and relevant departments; ensured seamless operations; supervised multi-channel live audio production in studio environment; executed audio equipment setup for optimal sound quality during live broadcasts; ensured compliance with established audio production protocols.
Audio Assistant at TCN Channel Nine
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
Supported live broadcast audio operations; assisted with day-to-day studio audio tasks and equipment setup; contributed to on-air sound quality and broadcast reliability.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Television Production) at University of Southern Queensland
January 1, 2012 - March 9, 2026
Diploma of Audio Engineering at Charles Sturt University - Wagga Wagga
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Year 12 Certificate at Daramalan College - Canberra
January 1, 1990 - March 9, 2026
Pro Tools 101 at University of Technology, Sydney
January 1, 2006 - March 9, 2026
Pro Tools 110 + 201 at University of Technology, Sydney
January 1, 2007 - March 9, 2026

Qualifications

Pro Tools 101
January 1, 2006 - March 9, 2026
Pro Tools 110 + 201
January 1, 2007 - March 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services