I am a detail-oriented Sound Designer and Location Sound Recordist with hands-on experience across short films, sync sound production, and music education. Trained in a postgraduate program in audiography with a strong foundation in DAWs, microphone technique, and on-set recording workflows. I’m passionate about crafting immersive soundscapes that elevate storytelling and deliver broadcast-ready audio.\n\nI thrive on collaborating with directors and editors to align sound design with the creative vision of each project, while managing boom operation, mic placement, and live monitoring to minimise noise on set. I love storytelling through sound and am committed to delivering polished final mixes that meet broadcast and festival submission specifications.

Karthik S Chettiar

I am a detail-oriented Sound Designer and Location Sound Recordist with hands-on experience across short films, sync sound production, and music education. Trained in a postgraduate program in audiography with a strong foundation in DAWs, microphone technique, and on-set recording workflows. I’m passionate about crafting immersive soundscapes that elevate storytelling and deliver broadcast-ready audio.\n\nI thrive on collaborating with directors and editors to align sound design with the creative vision of each project, while managing boom operation, mic placement, and live monitoring to minimise noise on set. I love storytelling through sound and am committed to delivering polished final mixes that meet broadcast and festival submission specifications.

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I am a detail-oriented Sound Designer and Location Sound Recordist with hands-on experience across short films, sync sound production, and music education. Trained in a postgraduate program in audiography with a strong foundation in DAWs, microphone technique, and on-set recording workflows. I’m passionate about crafting immersive soundscapes that elevate storytelling and deliver broadcast-ready audio.\n\nI thrive on collaborating with directors and editors to align sound design with the creative vision of each project, while managing boom operation, mic placement, and live monitoring to minimise noise on set. I love storytelling through sound and am committed to delivering polished final mixes that meet broadcast and festival submission specifications.

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Language

English
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Sound Designer & Sync Sound Recordist at Independent
January 1, 2024 - Present
Design and mix sound for short films, creating cohesive audio landscapes from pre-production through final delivery. Operate sync sound equipment on set, capturing clean, broadcast-quality dialogue and production audio. Collaborate with directors and editors to align sound design with the creative vision of each project. Manage boom operation, mic placement, and live monitoring to minimise noise and ensure optimal recordings. Deliver final mixes in required formats, meeting broadcast and festival submission specifications.
Music Educator at Torrins Anthem Pvt. Ltd.
April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023
Designed and delivered structured music curriculum for students across skill levels, focusing on rhythm, theory, and performance. Facilitated one-on-one and group lessons, adapting methods to individual learning styles and goals. Coordinated rehearsals and live sound for student showcases and institutional music programmes.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Audiography at KR Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts
November 1, 2022 - April 26, 2026
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at SIES College of Commerce and Economics
June 1, 2014 - March 1, 2018
Post Graduate Diploma in Audiography at KR Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts
November 1, 2022 - April 26, 2026
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at SIES College of Commerce and Economics
June 1, 2014 - March 1, 2018
Post Graduate Diploma in Audiography at KR Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts
November 1, 2022 - April 26, 2026
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at SIES College of Commerce and Economics
June 1, 2014 - March 1, 2018

Qualifications

Grade 5 Drums – Trinity College London
January 11, 2030 - April 26, 2026
Grade 5 Drums – Trinity College London
January 11, 2030 - April 26, 2026
Grade 5 Drums
January 11, 2030 - April 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other