I’ve spent over a decade developing professional experience in sound engineering, music and voice acting across South Africa and abroad. I’m a highly motivated individual who always strives for professionalism, high standards and constant growth for myself and those who cross my path. This is not just a career—it's my passion.…

Matthew Gardner

I’ve spent over a decade developing professional experience in sound engineering, music and voice acting across South Africa and abroad. I’m a highly motivated individual who always strives for professionalism, high standards and constant growth for myself and those who cross my path. This is not just a career—it's my passion.…

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I’ve spent over a decade developing professional experience in sound engineering, music and voice acting across South Africa and abroad. I’m a highly motivated individual who always strives for professionalism, high standards and constant growth for myself and those who cross my path. This is not just a career—it’s my passion.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
Xhosa
Advanced

Work Experience

Head Sound Engineer & Sound Designer at IntelliLab
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
Sound engineer responsible for final mix, sound design and voice over direction.
Intern - Studio Maintenance at The Academy of Sound Engineering
February 1, 2014 - September 30, 2025
Responsible for studio maintenance and repairs.
Assistant to Timothy Kraft at The Academy of Sound Engineering
February 1, 2014 - September 30, 2025
Assisted with studio recordings, audio editing and curriculum administration while gaining award-winning knowledge.
Guest Lecturer at Talent-ETC Online Classroom
December 31, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Online lecture covering the realities, opportunities and career growth methods for freelancing in film/TV.
Head Sound Engineer & Sound Designer at IntelliLab
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
Sound engineer responsible for final mix, sound design and voice over direction.
Intern at The Academy of Sound Engineering
February 1, 2014 - September 30, 2025
Internship involving studio maintenance and repairs, as well as studio management.
Assistant to Timothy Kraft at The Academy of Sound Engineering
February 1, 2014 - September 30, 2025
Assisted with studio recordings, audio editing and curriculum administration while gaining award-winning knowledge.

Education

Matric at Hoërskool Linden
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Major studies: Psychology & Philosophy at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Diploma in Sound Engineering at Academy of Sound Engineering
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Music Production at Academy of Sound Engineering
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Sound Engineering at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Matric / High School at Hoërskool Linden
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Matric
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Diploma in Sound Engineering
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Sound Engineering
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other

Skills

Experience Level