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I'm Somaya Hassaballa, an audio engineer with studio experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and post-production. I’m detail-oriented and reliable, with a strong ear for balance and tone, and I thrive in session preparation, organization, and audio cleanup. Technically and creatively minded, I come from a background in music production and singing, and I enjoy collaborating with artists and producers to bring ideas to life. I work best in a collaborative, adaptable studio environment and continually seek opportunities to learn and grow across genres.…I'm Somaya Hassaballa, an audio engineer with studio experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and post-production. I’m detail-oriented and reliable, with a strong ear for balance and tone, and I thrive in session preparation, organization, and audio cleanup. Technically and creatively minded, I come from a background in music production and singing, and I enjoy collaborating with artists and producers to bring ideas to life. I work best in a collaborative, adaptable studio environment and continually seek opportunities to learn and grow across genres.

SOMAYA HASSABALLA

Audio Engineer, Music Producer, Singer, +2

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I'm Somaya Hassaballa, an audio engineer with studio experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and post-production. I’m detail-oriented and reliable, with a strong ear for balance and tone, and I thrive in session preparation, organization, and audio cleanup. Technically and creatively minded, I come from a background in music production and singing, and I enjoy collaborating with artists and producers to bring ideas to life. I work best in a collaborative, adaptable studio environment and continually seek opportunities to learn and grow across genres.…I'm Somaya Hassaballa, an audio engineer with studio experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and post-production. I’m detail-oriented and reliable, with a strong ear for balance and tone, and I thrive in session preparation, organization, and audio cleanup. Technically and creatively minded, I come from a background in music production and singing, and I enjoy collaborating with artists and producers to bring ideas to life. I work best in a collaborative, adaptable studio environment and continually seek opportunities to learn and grow across genres.

Available to hire

I’m Somaya Hassaballa, an audio engineer with studio experience in recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and post-production. I’m detail-oriented and reliable, with a strong ear for balance and tone, and I thrive in session preparation, organization, and audio cleanup.

Technically and creatively minded, I come from a background in music production and singing, and I enjoy collaborating with artists and producers to bring ideas to life. I work best in a collaborative, adaptable studio environment and continually seek opportunities to learn and grow across genres.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

Arabic

Advanced

English

Fluent

French

Advanced

Work Experience

Junior Sound Engineer at CAIROGROOVE RECORDS

January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Assisted on recording, mixing, mastering, and post-production projects across music, albums, documentary content and film. Prepared and maintained Pro Tools sessions, including routing, track labeling, file management, and version control. Edited and cleaned audio using iZotope RX, including vocal comping, noise reduction, and timing corrections. Supported multi-microphone recording sessions and experimental live recordings with up to 24 inputs. Recorded a wide range of sources such as vocals, guitars, drums, wind instruments, and string ensembles. Assisted with mixing and mastering across multiple genres. Contributed to the mixing of four full-length albums, including recording and mixing one album from start to finish. Worked with 50+ artists and musicians, including high-profile pop releases, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Account Manager at PILCROW BOUTIQUE

February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024

Managed client communication, project coordination, and workflow tracking across multiple concurrent design projects. Ensured accuracy of client briefs, documentation, and revisions prior to production. Coordinated internal teams and maintained task tracking via ClickUp.

Producer and Social Media Manager at HYPERJUMP PRODUCTIONS

November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022

Took creative lead on set design and coordinated production logistics for commercial and music video shoots. Served as Sound Engineer on the short film I Dare You II and managed all recording processes for a two-day conference. Assisted in music video and commercial productions, collaborating closely with crew members during shoots.

Assistant Manager at E11ENTERTAINMENT

September 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019

Recorded, edited, and organised long-form audio content, including a six-hour audiobook and a large-scale dialogue project for FIFA 18.

Assistant Manager at E11ENTERTAINMENT

July 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017

Recorded and edited voiceovers using Pro Tools for advertisements and instructional content for major UAE companies, including ADNOC, Etihad Airways, and Mubadala.