I am Nicolas J. Laget, a professional audio engineer, music producer, and composer with 25 years of experience performing, recording, editing, and mixing music for commercial distribution and broadcast. I specialize in creating music for television, film, and radio, and I enjoy collaborating with artists across genres to craft compelling soundtracks and productions. I also own and operate Sweet Spot Studio in Annandale, VA, where I design acoustically correct spaces, engineer projects, and guide recordings from concept to final mix. My work spans TV networks, film scores, HMMA-nominated singles, and collaborations with artists such as Oddisee, Kokayi, Wayna, Yoko K, Deborah Bond, Fort Knox Five, and Tamara Wellons.…

Nicolas J. Laget

I am Nicolas J. Laget, a professional audio engineer, music producer, and composer with 25 years of experience performing, recording, editing, and mixing music for commercial distribution and broadcast. I specialize in creating music for television, film, and radio, and I enjoy collaborating with artists across genres to craft compelling soundtracks and productions. I also own and operate Sweet Spot Studio in Annandale, VA, where I design acoustically correct spaces, engineer projects, and guide recordings from concept to final mix. My work spans TV networks, film scores, HMMA-nominated singles, and collaborations with artists such as Oddisee, Kokayi, Wayna, Yoko K, Deborah Bond, Fort Knox Five, and Tamara Wellons.…

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I am Nicolas J. Laget, a professional audio engineer, music producer, and composer with 25 years of experience performing, recording, editing, and mixing music for commercial distribution and broadcast. I specialize in creating music for television, film, and radio, and I enjoy collaborating with artists across genres to craft compelling soundtracks and productions.

I also own and operate Sweet Spot Studio in Annandale, VA, where I design acoustically correct spaces, engineer projects, and guide recordings from concept to final mix. My work spans TV networks, film scores, HMMA-nominated singles, and collaborations with artists such as Oddisee, Kokayi, Wayna, Yoko K, Deborah Bond, Fort Knox Five, and Tamara Wellons.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Producer at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - Present
Produced music for TV networks TLC, Discovery HD, The Travel Channel, and HBO. Produced music shows for broadcast radio BBC1-Xtra and XM Chill (channel 84). Produced many full-length albums including Cosmopolite by Soul Bangs (Sony Music); Teak All Eye by T.Kolai (Chillifunk UK) ‘Best Jazz Album of 2003’ according to Jazz FM 102.2. Co-produced multiple singles with artists including Oddisee, Kokayi, Wayna, Osunlade, Smash, Yoko K, Deborah Bond, Fort Knox Five, Tamara Wellons, Mustafa Akbar. Produced the HMMA-nominated single “Dance With Destiny” by Ambassadors of Morning.
Film Music Composer at Freelance
January 1, 2010 - Present
Composed scores for film projects including “Dear Walmart” (2019), “Struggle & Hope” (2017), “On My Way” (2014), “Sticker Shock” (2012). Award-winning score for “The Bonobo Connection” (TIVA Peer Gold award 2012 for best original composition; TIVA Peer Silver award 2013 for best trailer music).
Manager and Lead Engineer at Sweet Spot Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Built a professional recording space and developed a clientele. Learned to successfully design acoustically correct spaces by understanding physical principles of sound. Acquired a deep understanding of audio hardware and software, as well as recording and mixing techniques suited to a wide variety of musicians and musical genres.
Music Producer at Freelance (Experience Music Producer)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Produced music for TV networks TLC, Discovery HD, The Travel Channel, and HBO. Produced music shows for broadcast radios BBC1-Xtra and XM Chill (channel 84). Produced full-length albums including Cosmopolite by Soul Bangs (Sony Music). Co-produced singles with recording artists Oddisee, Kokayi, Wayna, Osunlade, Smash, Yoko K, Deborah Bond, Fort Knox Five, Tamara Wellons. HMMA-nominated single “Dance With Destiny” by Ambassadors of Morning.
Studio Manager / Lead Engineer at Sweet Spot Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Built a professional recording space and developed a clientele. Designed acoustically correct spaces, gained deep understanding of audio hardware and software, and refined recording and mixing techniques across diverse genres.

Education

Master of Arts in Music Composition at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Music at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994
Master of Arts in Music Composition at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Music at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Dear Walmart - Original Score

    Composed the original score for the documentary Dear Walmart, directed by Kiley Kraskoukas and Michael Blain.

    “I can’t imagine working with a better composer than Nico Laget. We brought him our documentary on an extremely tight deadline and he delivered the most beautiful, creative and perfect score for us.

    He brought an original vision to the project that deeply enhanced the storytelling. He was collaborative, professional, and delivered everything on time.”

    Kiley Kraskouskas, Co-director, Dear Walmart

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