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.
About
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.
- 4 years' experience
- Joined April 2026
Languages
- EnglishFluent
- TamilFluent
- HindiFluent
- Marathi (Marāṭhī)Fluent
- MalayalamFluent
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Education
- Professional Services
- Other
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Work experience
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.
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.
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