I am Manuel A. Duran Mieses, passionate about Music Technology since a young age. I have extensive studies in mixing, recording, mastering, and production, working with more than 200 artists throughout my professional career. Recently, I worked at Mad Plug Sound, a recording studio in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where I have been able to develop projects related to audio, from music to audiobooks, and voiceover. I am excited to be part of this platform and to share my skills and experience with anyone in need of my expertise. If you have any audio-related job, please don't doubt in contacting me, I will be more than welcome to help you out.

Manuel A. Duran Mieses

I am Manuel A. Duran Mieses, passionate about Music Technology since a young age. I have extensive studies in mixing, recording, mastering, and production, working with more than 200 artists throughout my professional career. Recently, I worked at Mad Plug Sound, a recording studio in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where I have been able to develop projects related to audio, from music to audiobooks, and voiceover. I am excited to be part of this platform and to share my skills and experience with anyone in need of my expertise. If you have any audio-related job, please don't doubt in contacting me, I will be more than welcome to help you out.

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I am Manuel A. Duran Mieses, passionate about Music Technology since a young age. I have extensive studies in mixing, recording, mastering, and production, working with more than 200 artists throughout my professional career. Recently, I worked at Mad Plug Sound, a recording studio in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where I have been able to develop projects related to audio, from music to audiobooks, and voiceover. I am excited to be part of this platform and to share my skills and experience with anyone in need of my expertise. If you have any audio-related job, please don’t doubt in contacting me, I will be more than welcome to help you out.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder, Music Producer, and Audio Engineer at Mad Plug Sound
January 1, 2019 - Present
Founder of Mad Plug Sound; worked with 129+ artists on recording, mixing, mastering, and music production. Implemented sound design techniques such as granular synthesis and convolution reverb. Explained equal loudness contours for mixing applications related to SPL, phon, and frequency. Delivered audio bounces in industry-standard formats (e.g., 44.1 kHz, 16-bit). Experienced in meditation and frequency concepts (Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta, and Gamma).
Multimedia / Content Editor at Indaba Music
July 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025
Conducted critical listening and evaluation of multi-genre tracks for remix competitions of different styles and genres. Performed detailed editing of one-shots, loops, and STEMs using Logic Pro, contributing the highest sample output among interns for a 20,000-sample online library.
Video Editor at Music Works VS
July 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025
Edited raw video footage for a promotional campaign featuring Latin percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo. Collaborated with the CEO to correct specific details of the edition of the video content.
Founder, Music Producer, and Audio Engineer at Mad Plug Sound
January 1, 2019 - Present
Work with 129+ artists in tasks related to recording, mixing, mastering, and music production. Implemented sound design techniques such as granular synthesis and convolution reverb. Explained equal loudness contours for mixing applications related to SPL, phon, and frequency. Delivered audio bounces in industry-standard formats (44.1 kHz, 16-bit).
Content Editor at Indaba Music Multimedia
July 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025
Conducted critical listening and evaluation of multi-genre tracks for remix competitions of different styles and genres. Performed detailed editing of one-shots, loops, and STEMS using Logic Pro, contributing the highest sample output among interns for a 20,000-sample online library.
Video Editor at Music Works VS
July 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025
Edited raw footage for a promotional campaign featuring Latin percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo. Collaborated with the CEO to correct specific details of the edition of the video content.
Founder, Music Producer, and Audio Engineer at Mad Plug Sound
January 1, 2019 - Present
Founded Mad Plug Sound; collaborated with 129+ artists on recording, mixing, and mastering, and applied sound design techniques such as granular synthesis and convolution reverb. Explained equal loudness contours for mix applications and delivered audio bounces in industry-standard formats (44.1 kHz, 16-bit).
Multimedia / Content Editor at Indaba Music
July 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025
Conducted critical listening and evaluation of multi-genre tracks for remix competitions; performed detailed editing of one-shots, loops, and STEMs using Logic Pro, contributing the highest sample output among interns for a 20,000-sample online library.
Video Editor at Music Works VS
July 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025
Edited raw video footage for a promotional campaign featuring Latin percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo; collaborated with the CEO to correct specific details of the video content.
Founder, Music Producer, and Audio Engineer at Mad Plug Sound
January 1, 2019 - Present
Founded and operated a music production and audio engineering venture; collaborated with 129+ artists on recording, mixing, mastering, and music production. Implemented sound design techniques including granular synthesis and convolution reverb. Explained loudness contours for mixing applications and delivered industry-standard audio renders (44.1 kHz, 16-bit).
Content Editor at Indaba Music Multimedia / Content Editor
July 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025
Conducted critical listening and evaluation of multi-genre tracks for remix competitions; performed detailed editing of one-shots, loops, and STEMs using Logic Pro; contributed the highest sample output among interns for a 20,000-sample online library.
Video Editor at Music Works VS
July 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025
Edited raw video footage for a promotional campaign featuring Latin percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo; collaborated with the CEO to correct specific details of the video content.
Audio Engineer at Mad Plug Sound Studio
January 1, 2019 - Present
Record, edit, mix, and master 298+ audio projects for music, video content, live events, and audio books. Collaborated with 149+ artists and producers to deliver master audio files that align with their creative vision. Organized and saved audio files and project sessions for 149+ artists in multiple DAWs and formats. Delivered audio files and content meeting client deadlines. Implemented music production, sound design, and post-production techniques for video content. Performed audio engineering techniques using current VSTs, processing plugins, and audio effects.
Multimedia / Content Editor at Ndaba Music
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Conducted critical listening and evaluation of multi-genre tracks for remix competitions. Performed detailed editing of one-shots, loops, and STEMs using Logic Pro, contributing the highest sample output among interns for a 20,000-sample online library.

Education

Master's in Music Technology at New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Music Technology at Kent State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2016
Master's in Music Technology at New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Music Technology at Kent State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2016
Master's in Music Technology at New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Music Technology at Kent State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science in Music Technology (Concentration: Audio Recording) at Kent State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science in Music Technology, Concentration: Audio Recording at Kent State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2016
Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education