I’m Stefan Zabielski, an experienced audio post-production supervisor, mixer, and musician with nearly two decades in the industry. I began my career at Sonic Playground, recording and mixing television commercials for high-profile clients including Toyota, Bunnings, and Anaconda, contributing to the company’s growth. Since then, I’ve collaborated with studios, production companies, advertising agencies, and independent producers to deliver high-quality audio for television, film and radio. I’m best known for my long-standing role as Dialogue Editor and later Audio Post Production Supervisor on Neighbours, where I worked for nearly a decade. To date, my work includes thousands of audio mixes broadcast nationally on television and streaming platforms. I’ve also composed music and jingles for clients such as La Trobe University, Ryobi, and VicSuper. In addition to my work in post-production, I’m a music educator, teaching guitar and sound production to students of all ages and skill levels. I’m passionate about sound, creativity, and would love to continue to work in audio post for future productions. Beyond this, I thrive on collaboration, mentoring colleagues, and continually refining my craft with new technologies and workflows. I’ve balanced creative pursuit with education, teaching guitar and sound production to students of all ages, and I look forward to bringing that same energy to future productions and teams.

Stefan Zabielski

I’m Stefan Zabielski, an experienced audio post-production supervisor, mixer, and musician with nearly two decades in the industry. I began my career at Sonic Playground, recording and mixing television commercials for high-profile clients including Toyota, Bunnings, and Anaconda, contributing to the company’s growth. Since then, I’ve collaborated with studios, production companies, advertising agencies, and independent producers to deliver high-quality audio for television, film and radio. I’m best known for my long-standing role as Dialogue Editor and later Audio Post Production Supervisor on Neighbours, where I worked for nearly a decade. To date, my work includes thousands of audio mixes broadcast nationally on television and streaming platforms. I’ve also composed music and jingles for clients such as La Trobe University, Ryobi, and VicSuper. In addition to my work in post-production, I’m a music educator, teaching guitar and sound production to students of all ages and skill levels. I’m passionate about sound, creativity, and would love to continue to work in audio post for future productions. Beyond this, I thrive on collaboration, mentoring colleagues, and continually refining my craft with new technologies and workflows. I’ve balanced creative pursuit with education, teaching guitar and sound production to students of all ages, and I look forward to bringing that same energy to future productions and teams.

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I’m Stefan Zabielski, an experienced audio post-production supervisor, mixer, and musician with nearly two decades in the industry. I began my career at Sonic Playground, recording and mixing television commercials for high-profile clients including Toyota, Bunnings, and Anaconda, contributing to the company’s growth. Since then, I’ve collaborated with studios, production companies, advertising agencies, and independent producers to deliver high-quality audio for television, film and radio. I’m best known for my long-standing role as Dialogue Editor and later Audio Post Production Supervisor on Neighbours, where I worked for nearly a decade. To date, my work includes thousands of audio mixes broadcast nationally on television and streaming platforms. I’ve also composed music and jingles for clients such as La Trobe University, Ryobi, and VicSuper. In addition to my work in post-production, I’m a music educator, teaching guitar and sound production to students of all ages and skill levels. I’m passionate about sound, creativity, and would love to continue to work in audio post for future productions.

Beyond this, I thrive on collaboration, mentoring colleagues, and continually refining my craft with new technologies and workflows. I’ve balanced creative pursuit with education, teaching guitar and sound production to students of all ages, and I look forward to bringing that same energy to future productions and teams.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Post Production Supervisor at Fremantle Media
August 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
With the support of Amazon Studios, Neighbours was rebooted and I was brought on as Audio Post Production Supervisor. I oversee final mixes, record ADR, coordinate with audio and editorial teams, and work closely with producers to deliver five broadcast-ready episodes each week on a tight 50-hour schedule.
Owner / Freelance Audio Engineer at Audio Polish
January 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Freelancing as an audio engineer from a professionally treated home studio using Pro Tools Ultimate, Logic Pro X, and a full suite of industry-standard plugins. Delivering high-quality audio remotely for long-standing clients; collaborated with production houses including Labsonics, Hsquared, and SHOTCUT.
Dialogue Editor at Fremantle Media
December 31, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Dialogue editing with extensive use of AVID EUCON S3 and S4 consoles; in-depth experience across Neighbours productions.
Audio Post Production / Producer at Sonic Playground
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025
Produced and mixed broadcast material, recorded and directed talent, music composition, sound design and audio mixing. Repeated work for clients including BIG4, Country Racing Victoria, Telstra, with ongoing collaborations through The Brand Agency, Balance Agency, Lateral Aspect and Bravada Films.
Music Tutor at Mr Music
January 1, 2012 - October 16, 2025
Taught guitar, bass and piano, music theory, songwriting, improvisation, and prepared students for Guitar AMEB exams (CPM).

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40166) at Box Hill Institute
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Music at RMIT University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Diploma of Music Industry (Technical Production) at RMIT University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Working with Children Check Victoria
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2030
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40166)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services