I'm a seasoned freelance musician, sound designer, editor, engineer, and graphic designer with 15+ years of music composition experience, 8+ years using various DAWs, and 5+ years delivering exceptional customer service. I blend a passion for audio with collaborative skills to drive creative audio-visual projects and deliver outstanding client experiences through clear communication and proactive problem-solving. I work remotely with directors and performers to turn audio books into cinematic experiences, placing sound effects and music in Reaper as scripted by the book and production team, editing and designing custom SFX, composing original music on request, and editing and delivering audio and video files. I also manage studio spaces and lighting, run live streams, and tailor music to client tastes while maintaining a safe performance environment.

Matthew Famartino

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I'm a seasoned freelance musician, sound designer, editor, engineer, and graphic designer with 15+ years of music composition experience, 8+ years using various DAWs, and 5+ years delivering exceptional customer service. I blend a passion for audio with collaborative skills to drive creative audio-visual projects and deliver outstanding client experiences through clear communication and proactive problem-solving. I work remotely with directors and performers to turn audio books into cinematic experiences, placing sound effects and music in Reaper as scripted by the book and production team, editing and designing custom SFX, composing original music on request, and editing and delivering audio and video files. I also manage studio spaces and lighting, run live streams, and tailor music to client tastes while maintaining a safe performance environment.

Next availability:
May 25, 2026

I’m a seasoned freelance musician, sound designer, editor, engineer, and graphic designer with 15+ years of music composition experience, 8+ years using various DAWs, and 5+ years delivering exceptional customer service. I blend a passion for audio with collaborative skills to drive creative audio-visual projects and deliver outstanding client experiences through clear communication and proactive problem-solving.

I work remotely with directors and performers to turn audio books into cinematic experiences, placing sound effects and music in Reaper as scripted by the book and production team, editing and designing custom SFX, composing original music on request, and editing and delivering audio and video files. I also manage studio spaces and lighting, run live streams, and tailor music to client tastes while maintaining a safe performance environment.

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Language

French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Musician, Sound Designer, Editor, Engineer, Graphic Designer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
I’ve worked on all forms of audio projects including jingles, writing, composing, and syncing music to TV shows, writing a cappella arrangements, mixing and mastering. I have access to a home studio where I also write, record, and produce my own original music. As a self-produced indie artist, I draw, photograph, and design my own visuals, social media content, and merchandise branding.
Audio Engineer at Gotham Podcast Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
I manage setup of audio visual hardware and software for each session including microphones, video camera, lighting, a mixer, Reaper, and Audacity. I record clients and execute sound effects and music; I also run live streams and adapt to client needs in real time. I’m also able to compose music to match client tastes.
Live Sound Engineer at Freelance / Various NYC Venues
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
I run live sound for performances, operate stage lighting and sound boards, and manage a Midas 32/M32R/Mackie Pro FX mixer. I set EQ, gain, fx sends, and adjust to changing sound needs during live shows. I worked with venues such as Cafe Wha, Groove, The Nest, Pete’s Candy Store, and Rockwood Music Hall, handling sound checks and adapting to evolving sound requirements.
Sound Designer at Graphic Audio
March 28, 2024 - March 18, 2026
I work remotely with a team of directors and actors to turn audio books into cinematic experiences. Using Reaper, I place sound effects and music as scripted by the book and my production team, implementing and editing the best effects and pieces from our sound library, designing custom SFX, or composing original music up on request. I edit and send audio and video files to clients using Logic Pro, Final Cut, Audacity, and Google Drive, and reset the studio space for following clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Magna Cum Laude at University of Connecticut
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
Bachelor of Arts, Theatre Studies, Magna Cum Laude at University of Connecticut
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Magna Cum Laude at University of Connecticut
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
Bachelor of Arts, Theatre Studies, Magna Cum Laude at University of Connecticut
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017

Qualifications

Academic Excellence Scholarship
January 1, 2018 - May 6, 2026
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
January 1, 2018 - May 6, 2026
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
January 1, 2018 - May 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet