Based in Cardiff, UK, I work as a versatile Music Producer. What sets me apart is my end-to-end proficiency in the entire production process. By personally handling every phase—including writing, arranging, performing, recording, mixing, and mastering—I ensure a streamlined workflow and deliver a cohesive, broadcast-ready piece of music, voice-over, or sound design. Having worked extensively in environments and media ranging from orchestral and theatre productions to contemporary dance, TV, and film, I possess a versatile and well-developed perspective. This broad exposure allows me to adapt quickly and deliver sophisticated results across multiple facets of the entertainment world.…

Matthew Collins

PRO

Based in Cardiff, UK, I work as a versatile Music Producer. What sets me apart is my end-to-end proficiency in the entire production process. By personally handling every phase—including writing, arranging, performing, recording, mixing, and mastering—I ensure a streamlined workflow and deliver a cohesive, broadcast-ready piece of music, voice-over, or sound design. Having worked extensively in environments and media ranging from orchestral and theatre productions to contemporary dance, TV, and film, I possess a versatile and well-developed perspective. This broad exposure allows me to adapt quickly and deliver sophisticated results across multiple facets of the entertainment world.…

Available to hire

Based in Cardiff, UK, I work as a versatile Music Producer.

What sets me apart is my end-to-end proficiency in the entire production process. By personally handling every phase—including writing, arranging, performing, recording, mixing, and mastering—I ensure a streamlined workflow and deliver a cohesive, broadcast-ready piece of music, voice-over, or sound design.

Having worked extensively in environments and media ranging from orchestral and theatre productions to contemporary dance, TV, and film, I possess a versatile and well-developed perspective. This broad exposure allows me to adapt quickly and deliver sophisticated results across multiple facets of the entertainment world.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound Supervisor at BBC
September 1, 2023 - November 10, 2025
Responsible for on-site recording and high-quality mixing of music and dialogue for major BBC broadcasts, including Radio 1 and Radio 3. Lead on-location sessions, travel to prestigious UK music festivals to capture performances by elite ensembles and soloists. Collaborate closely with fellow sound supervisors and producers to align technical execution with the director's creative vision. Adapt and optimize on-location recording rigs to suit varied venues and acoustic challenges, ensuring compliance with BBC broadcast standards. Streamline recording procedures on location to improve first-pass audio quality and reduce post-production time.
Composer / Musician / Sound Designer at Ransack Dance
May 1, 2017 - November 10, 2025
On-stage musician and on-site sound designer for the contemporary dance company Ransack Dance. Composed and produced original music for multiple productions, created sound design elements to support choreography, and performed live with ensembles. Collaborated with the director to shape sonic narrative, and adapted to a range of venues and acoustics while maintaining tight coordination with performers and crew.
Producer at KID Z BOP
August 1, 2021 - November 10, 2025
Producer for KIDZ BOP projects, working remotely from Cardiff. Re-created popular songs from scratch, arranged and produced chart-topping tracks for young singers. Handled microphone placement, instrumental arrangement, and full production to deliver commercially viable covers. Led vocal tuning, editing, and mastering to meet KIDZ BOP brand standards.
Recording and Mixing Engineer at Tŷ Cerdd
January 1, 2010 - November 10, 2025
Recording and mixing engineer at Ty Cerdd Music Centre, Wales. Managed diverse recording sessions and live concert captures, designing adaptable acoustic setups and workflows to suit different venues and ensembles. Worked across large-scale orchestral and chamber productions as well as dialogue recording, delivering high-quality audio and collaborating closely with artists and producers.

Education

BMus (Hons) Creative Music Technology at Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    uniE603 Millbrook School Song (Samba/Pop/Techno/Bashment/Bangra/EDM)
    I was commissioned to co-write, arrange and produce the backing track for the theme song of a multicultural school. The core challenge was to skillfully fuse diverse musical styles from across the globe to create an inclusive and celebratory sound. The final instrumental track was specifically designed and mixed to serve as the vibrant accompaniment for live student vocals.…
    uniE603 Everybody Here is Sexy (60s Pop/Jazz/Brass/Orchestral)
    I orchestrated the opening song for the new musical The Messenger, a modern reimagining of Romeo and Juliet. Provided with the foundational piano and vocal tracks, I created a full, dynamic arrangement for band and orchestra. I personally realised the entire orchestral score by playing and programming all of the virtual instruments, ensuring a rich and contemporary sound palette.…
    uniE603 Shake Up your Seasoning (Funk/Soulful Vocals)
    I scored a high-energy gameshow round where contestants, equipped with boxes of ping pong balls, must 'twerk' them out. The music was engineered for maximum escalating excitement: the round kicks off with a slinky funk groove perfect for the initial dancing phase. The tempo then rapidly increases, driving the physical intensity, before culminating in a dramatic, percussive 'explosion' sound effect to mark the finish.…
    uniE603 Because (Piano/Strings/Mid-tempo)
    This piece was commissioned for a show centered on personal relationships and themes of loss. To enhance the intimacy of the performance, the movement artists were miked, integrating their voices and sounds directly into the work. In collaboration with the director, I established a palette that primarily featured acoustic instruments to directly reflect the personal, shared stories. The resulting thoughtful, mid-tempo composition provided a reflective backdrop, perfectly underscoring the pensive perspectives of the artists. The drum part of the piece was played live on a minimal electronic set up.…
    uniE603 Them - (Soundscape)
    Composed as the finale for a contemporary dance production that explores the theme of migration as 'invasion,' this track required a specific auditory tension. I crafted a dark, undulating soundscape designed to evoke the constant flow and struggle of crossing borders. The addition of live, impactful drums was crucial, reinforcing a distinct 'marching' element that underscores the relentless human movement across the terrain.…