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Neil McDonald

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I'm Neil McDonald, a Toronto-based audio engineer, sound designer, and music producer with 25+ years delivering world-class audio for film, television, streaming platforms, commercials, and digital media.

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I’m Neil McDonald, a Toronto-based audio engineer, sound designer, and music producer with 25+ years delivering world-class audio for film, television, streaming platforms, commercials, and digital media. I specialize in ADR supervision, dialogue editing, Foley integration, mixing, sound design, and music production, delivering broadcast-ready audio under tight deadlines.

I work closely with producers, directors, and editors to shape the sonic identity of each project, manage end-to-end post-production workflows, and lead studio sessions with creativity and technical precision. From running my own studio to collaborating with major studios, I bring reliability, collaboration, and a passion for storytelling through sound.

  • Joined January 2024

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 4

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This commercial was brought to me for sound design, foley and final mix advert sounddesign audioengineer audiomixer audioeditor postaudiosound audiorecorder

  • Audio Mixer
  • Sound Designer

This commercial was brought to me for sound design and final mix advert sounddesign audioengineer audiomixer audioeditor postaudiosound audiorecorder

  • Audio Mixer
  • Sound Designer

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  • Audio Mixer

Work experience· 4 roles

Owner/Audio Engineer/Producer · Neil McDonald AudioJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Lead all aspects of audio post-production for film, television, advertising, and digital media clients. Services include ADR, dialogue editing, sound design, scoring support, and final mix. Primary technical and creative authority shaping sonic identity while ensuring broadcast/streaming compliance. Collaborated with directors, producers, and editors to interpret objectives and deliver high-impact audio solutions. Maintained studio infrastructure, workflow efficiency, backups, and delivery standards. Notable projects included Umbrella Academy, The Handmaid's Tale, Station Eleven, and Life Below Zero.

Owner/Audio Engineer/Producer/Assistant Composer · Echosound StudiolabJan 2011 – Jan 2017 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Provided audio engineering, music production, and post-production services for film, documentary, and music clients. Supported composers with arrangement, scoring, and sound development. Oversaw studio workflow, talent coordination, and creative direction of multiple audio-driven projects. Built long-term partnerships with production companies and recording artists. Led sound design, recording, post-production, and music production services for media clients. Assisted in original scoring and musical arrangement for film and video content. Directed recording sessions and provided artistic and technical guidance to talent. Built and maintained strong client relationships resulting in sustained business growth. Delivered projects for Banger Films, Jeff Healey Estate, Amy Bowels, Völur, and others.

Audio Engineer · dB AudioJan 2003 – Jan 2016 · 13 yrs 1 mo

Primary engineer for commercial, broadcast, and long-format audio projects. Oversaw recording, editing, and mixing sessions while collaborating with producers, talent, and creative teams. Ensured consistent delivery of broadcast-ready audio while supporting high-volume production environments. Contributed to national marketing campaigns and brand identities across multiple industries. Engineered audio for long-format TV, commercials, branded content, and corporate campaigns. Performed dialogue editing, music integration, mixing, and versioning for broadcast and digital distribution. Managed studio operations, session preparation, scheduling, and technical setup. Interpreted creative briefs and partnered with clients to achieve polished, high-impact audio. Delivered sound assets for top brands including Deloitte, Sportsnet, Medieval Times, Blade Brand Marketing, and more.

Audio Engineer · Soundfield StudioJan 1995 – Jan 2002 · 7 yrs 1 mo

Education

Pro Tools 30 yrs · Tebas2024

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