I am a skilled sound designer and composer with extensive experience in producing music and audio for a wide range of media. My passion lies in creating immersive and original soundscapes that bring projects to life. I pride myself on my technical proficiency with various digital audio workstations and my ability to collaborate effectively with filmmakers and other creative professionals. Over the years, I have worked on numerous projects encompassing film, television, and advertising, which has honed my skills across mixing, mastering, and sound editing. I am always eager to explore new technologies and techniques to elevate the quality and impact of my work.

Manning E. Barker

I am a skilled sound designer and composer with extensive experience in producing music and audio for a wide range of media. My passion lies in creating immersive and original soundscapes that bring projects to life. I pride myself on my technical proficiency with various digital audio workstations and my ability to collaborate effectively with filmmakers and other creative professionals. Over the years, I have worked on numerous projects encompassing film, television, and advertising, which has honed my skills across mixing, mastering, and sound editing. I am always eager to explore new technologies and techniques to elevate the quality and impact of my work.

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I am a skilled sound designer and composer with extensive experience in producing music and audio for a wide range of media. My passion lies in creating immersive and original soundscapes that bring projects to life. I pride myself on my technical proficiency with various digital audio workstations and my ability to collaborate effectively with filmmakers and other creative professionals.

Over the years, I have worked on numerous projects encompassing film, television, and advertising, which has honed my skills across mixing, mastering, and sound editing. I am always eager to explore new technologies and techniques to elevate the quality and impact of my work.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Sound Designer at Creative Sound Studio
April 1, 2023 - September 3, 2025
Led sound design projects for commercials and independent films, creating custom sound effects and ambient audio. Collaborated with directors to align audio with visual elements for an enhanced storytelling experience. Managed audio post-production including mixing and mastering using Pro Tools and Ableton Live.
Freelance Composer and Audio Engineer at Self-employed
June 1, 2009 - Present
Provided composition and audio engineering services for various clients in the entertainment industry, including background scores, jingles, and soundtracks. Utilized tools like Logic Pro and FL Studio to deliver high-quality productions tailored to client needs.

Education

Bachelor of Music at Arizona State University
August 1, 2005 - May 1, 2009

Qualifications

Certified Pro Tools Operator
September 1, 2010 - September 3, 2025
Ableton Live Certified Trainer
March 1, 2013 - September 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet