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I am Patrycja Pakiela, a sound designer and educator based in Zurich, with a strong focus on film sound, immersive media, and game audio. I currently teach at ZHdK (Zurich University of the Arts) in various capacities, including MA Sound Design and VR/film-oriented narration, and I also contribute to Unreal Engine game audio education at SAE Institute.
Over the years I have led and contributed to a broad range of projects – from private music lessons and wind ensemble coaching to large-scale sound design for short films, advertising, and immersive installations. My work spans sound recording, ADR, Foley, mixing and audio branding, with extensive experience in project leadership and collaboration across studios, universities, and creative studios in Switzerland and internationally.
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Language
Polish
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German
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Work Experience
Dozentin MA Sound Design (Sound Editing, Game Audio) at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
August 1, 2022 - PresentTeaching master's level courses in sound design, focusing on sound editing and game audio techniques.
Lehrerin Game Audio in Unreal Engine at SAE Institut
September 1, 2022 - PresentProviding instruction on game audio within the Unreal Engine platform, teaching practical implementation of sound design for games.
Soundregisseurin, Projektleiterin at Tend AG
January 1, 2023 - August 19, 2025Led sound design and project management for various media projects, guiding teams and managing production workflows.
Sounddesignerin, Projektmanagerin at Raumgleiter AGO
December 1, 2022 - August 19, 2025Responsible for sound design and project management in multimedia and VR projects including audio branding and interactive soundscapes.
Querflöte und Musik-Lehrperson at Musikschule Adliswil - Lagnau
December 1, 2021 - August 19, 2025Taught flute and music classes including Bläserklasse and general music education in schools.
Musik Lehrperson (Bläserklasse) at Schulhaus Freidorf TG
March 1, 2017 - August 19, 2025Provided music education lessons focused on wind instruments for school programs.
Privatunterricht in der Schweiz (Sounddesign, Musik)
December 1, 2017 - August 19, 2025Delivered private instruction in sound design and music from 2010 to 2017.
Dozentin MA Sound Design (Sound Editing, Game Audio) at ZHdK
August 1, 2022 - PresentTeaching master's students specialized courses in sound design including sound editing and game audio production at the Zürcher Hochschule der Künste.
Lehrerin Game Audio in Unreal Engine at SAE Institut
September 1, 2022 - PresentInstructor for game audio courses focusing on Unreal Engine applications, teaching students sound design and implementation techniques for interactive environments.
Soundregisseurin, Projektleiterin at Tend AG
January 1, 2023 - August 19, 2025Managed and directed sound projects including audio branding and sound production for various media campaigns.
Sounddesignerin, Projektmanagerin at Raumgleiter AGO
December 31, 2022 - August 19, 2025Designed and managed sound for commercial and film projects, including VR content, advertising, and animation productions; responsible for project leadership.
Querflöte und Musik-Lehrperson at Musikschule Adliswil - Lagnau
December 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025Flute and music teacher for various school classes and ensembles, including Bläserklasse and Schulhaus Zopf.
Dozentin MA Sound Design (Sound Editing, Game Audio) at ZHdK
August 1, 2022 - PresentTeaching Master's students in Sound Design specializing in Sound Editing and Game Audio since August 2022, focusing on advanced sound creation, editing, and integration techniques within educational programs.
Lehrerin Game Audio in Unreal Engine at SAE Institut
September 1, 2022 - PresentProviding instruction in Game Audio development using Unreal Engine starting September 2022, helping students learn game audio integration and sound design workflows in real-time engines.
Soundregisseurin, Projektleiterin at Tend AG
January 1, 2023 - August 19, 2025Leading sound direction and project management responsibilities for various media projects including audio branding, sound design, and mixing tasks for Tend AG between 2022 and 2023.
Sounddesignerin, Projektmanagerin at Raumgleiter AGO
December 31, 2022 - August 19, 2025Managing and designing sound for a wide variety of projects including films, animations, VR experiences, and advertising campaigns from 2019 to 2022, involving sound recording, editing, mixing, and project coordination.
Querflöte und Musik-Lehrperson at Musikschule Adliswil-Langnau (Bläserklasse, Schulhaus Zopf)
December 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025Providing flute and music instruction, including teaching orchestra and band classes in schools from 2016 to 2021, fostering musical skills and ensemble playing among students.
Co-Gestaltung Minor Sound Design; Lehrerin Audio/ Minor Cinematic Narration In Virtual Spaces at ZHdK (Zurich University of the Arts)
January 1, 2025 - PresentCo-design of the Minor Sound Design and teaching Audio and Cinematic Narration in Virtual Spaces within ZHdK's Film program.
Lehrerin MA Sound Design: Sound Editing, Game Audio at ZHdK
August 1, 2022 - PresentTeaching MA-level Sound Design, focusing on sound editing and game audio.
Lehrerin Game Audio in Unreal Engine at SAE Institute
September 1, 2022 - PresentTeaching Game Audio in Unreal Engine.
Projektleiterin, Soundregisseur at Tend AG
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Project leadership and sound direction for multiple media projects.
Projektmanagerin, Sounddesignerin at Raumgleiter AG
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022Project management and sound design; film mixing, audio branding, and multi-media productions; contributed to VR/film projects and collaboration with ZHdK.
Sounddesign Workshop at Shanghai Institute for Interactive Media
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021Sound design workshop participation focusing on interactive media.
Lehrperson Flöten/Bläserklasse at Musikschule Adliswil
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2021Flute and wind class teacher; ensemble coaching.
Musik Lehrperson at Schulhaus Freidorf (TG)
February 1, 2017 - March 31, 2017Music teacher for wind class.
Privatunterricht (Musik & Sounddesign) at Self-employed / Private Tutoring
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2017Private music and sound design lessons; freelance projects in sound and education.
Freelance Sound Designer at Self-employed / Raumgleiter / Tend AG collaborations
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023Sprachaufnahmen, Set-Ton, Geräuschaufnahme, Sounddesign, Mixing for short films; audio branding and project leadership; contribution to over 20 ZHdK film projects and VR/immersive work.
Education
Master of Sound Design at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022Master of Pedagogy at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Master of Performance: Orchestra (Flute) at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016Bachelor of Arts (Flute) at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Matura and Musician Diploma at Ogolnoksztalcaca Szkola Muzyczna Witold Lutosławski, Białystok, Poland
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2010Master of Sound Design at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022Master of Pedagogy at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Master of Performance: Orchestra at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016Bachelor of Arts at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Master of Sound Design at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022Master of Pedagogy at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Master of Performance: Orchestra at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016Bachelor of Arts at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Master of Sound Design at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022Master of Pedagogy at ZHdK
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018Master of Performance: Orchestra at ZHdK
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Bachelor of Arts in Flöte (Flötenklasse) at ZHdK
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Matura und Musiker-Diplom at Music School, Białystok, Poland
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2010Qualifications
Aufenthaltstitel C
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Aufenthaltstitel C (Residence Permit C)
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Aufenthaltstitel C
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025Diplom mit dem Prädikat Auszeichnung (Bachelor of Arts in Flötenklasse)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Diplom mit dem Prädikat Auszeichnung (Master of Performance: Orchestra)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Matura und Musiker-Diplom
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2010Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Gaming, Professional Services, Other
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