I am a versatile audio production professional based in Tucson, AZ, specializing in chief engineering, production, sound design, Foley, ADR, and long- and short-format digital productions. I run Maltajo Productions, handling filming, recording, editing, and mixing, and I also provide Ecamm-based podcast production and ADR/ Foley work. I lecture at the Jacob Burns Film Center, sharing hands-on industry knowledge with students and professionals. With a career spanning multiple studios and high-profile clients across broadcasting, advertising, and film, I’ve built and run facilities for Maltajo, 38 Greene Studios, and Nutmeg Recording. My work has touched projects for Discovery Channel, Nickelodeon/Disney, Mercedes-Benz, Pfizer, TV Food Network, and more. I thrive on delivering immersive audio experiences, collaborating with creatives and clients, and mentoring the next generation of audio professionals.

Joseph Gauci

I am a versatile audio production professional based in Tucson, AZ, specializing in chief engineering, production, sound design, Foley, ADR, and long- and short-format digital productions. I run Maltajo Productions, handling filming, recording, editing, and mixing, and I also provide Ecamm-based podcast production and ADR/ Foley work. I lecture at the Jacob Burns Film Center, sharing hands-on industry knowledge with students and professionals. With a career spanning multiple studios and high-profile clients across broadcasting, advertising, and film, I’ve built and run facilities for Maltajo, 38 Greene Studios, and Nutmeg Recording. My work has touched projects for Discovery Channel, Nickelodeon/Disney, Mercedes-Benz, Pfizer, TV Food Network, and more. I thrive on delivering immersive audio experiences, collaborating with creatives and clients, and mentoring the next generation of audio professionals.

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I am a versatile audio production professional based in Tucson, AZ, specializing in chief engineering, production, sound design, Foley, ADR, and long- and short-format digital productions. I run Maltajo Productions, handling filming, recording, editing, and mixing, and I also provide Ecamm-based podcast production and ADR/ Foley work. I lecture at the Jacob Burns Film Center, sharing hands-on industry knowledge with students and professionals.

With a career spanning multiple studios and high-profile clients across broadcasting, advertising, and film, I’ve built and run facilities for Maltajo, 38 Greene Studios, and Nutmeg Recording. My work has touched projects for Discovery Channel, Nickelodeon/Disney, Mercedes-Benz, Pfizer, TV Food Network, and more. I thrive on delivering immersive audio experiences, collaborating with creatives and clients, and mentoring the next generation of audio professionals.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Chief Engineer, Producer, Sound Designer, Owner at Maltajo Productions
March 1, 2004 - Present
Lead producer and sound designer for long- and short-format digital productions; responsible for filming, recording, editing, and mixing. Ecamm Operator for podcasts; Podcast Director/Producer; Foley Artist (Record/Edit); ADR Director/Recorder/Editor. Lecturer at the Jacob Burns Film Center; worked with clients including Wake Up Podcast (Live the Dream Media), National League, MLS, FMF Soccer, Discovery Channel, Comedy Central, NASCAR, Mercedes-Benz, Dodge, Pfizer, NyQuil, TV Food Network, Virgin Mobile, BMW Motorcycles, Nickelodeon, Disney, and more.
Chief Engineer, Sound Designer at 38 Greene Studios
February 1, 2004 - September 11, 2025
Cultivated a client base; built and equipped all rooms before grand opening; designed, recorded, edited, and mixed sound for client spots.
Sound Designer, Production Engineer at Nutmeg Recording
September 1, 2002 - September 11, 2025
Sound designing, mixing, and recording for radio, television, and long-format productions; created and editing sound effects; music editing; live, remote, and location recording.
Senior Engineer at Robert Pomann Sound Productions
March 1, 1999 - September 11, 2025
In charge of all aspects of radio and mix-to-picture production: digital dialogue record/edit; sound effects search/edit; music editing; Foley production; live/location recording; sound designing and mixing long-form productions; scheduling sessions; training staff. Credits include Nickelodeon’s and Disney’s animated series Doug, Doug’s First Movie, Aladdin TV series, Timone and Pumbaa, Kablam, and numerous ad campaigns.
Producer/Engineer of Radio and Television commercials at Nutmeg Recording
September 1, 1991 - September 11, 2025
Recording and editing dialogue; maintaining daily sound effects and music library for television and radio commercials; assistant manager of studio services.

Education

High School Diploma at Harrison High School
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025
Associate Degree at Westchester Community College
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025
Certificate at NYU Institute of Audio Research
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services