I am a professional sound engineer with over 18 years of experience in live studio television, radio production, and electronic field production. I hold a Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology and have worked across studio, broadcast, and field environments. I am proficient with a wide range of professional audio equipment and DAWs, excel at identifying and resolving issues quickly, and pride myself on delivering clean, balanced, and immersive sound for clients and audiences. I enjoy collaborating with producers, directors, and artists to achieve the best possible sonic results.…

D D Samitha Sumedha

I am a professional sound engineer with over 18 years of experience in live studio television, radio production, and electronic field production. I hold a Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology and have worked across studio, broadcast, and field environments. I am proficient with a wide range of professional audio equipment and DAWs, excel at identifying and resolving issues quickly, and pride myself on delivering clean, balanced, and immersive sound for clients and audiences. I enjoy collaborating with producers, directors, and artists to achieve the best possible sonic results.…

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I am a professional sound engineer with over 18 years of experience in live studio television, radio production, and electronic field production. I hold a Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology and have worked across studio, broadcast, and field environments.

I am proficient with a wide range of professional audio equipment and DAWs, excel at identifying and resolving issues quickly, and pride myself on delivering clean, balanced, and immersive sound for clients and audiences. I enjoy collaborating with producers, directors, and artists to achieve the best possible sonic results.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Audio Engineer at Nations Channel - Sri Lanka
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Implemented and managed a dedicated audio engineering setup of the television studio. Managed audio in outdoor electronic field production. Developed an independent audio recording system for the studio using available equipment. Recorded audio management separately but integrated it with the Blackmagic Design television recording system. Achieved audio quality on par with television transmission standards in Sri Lanka at that time. Actively monitored all audio feeds and troubleshooted any issues. Produced high-quality audio recordings in the studio environment, ensuring clarity and balance. Implemented microphone techniques and placements to capture desired sounds. Utilized a range of studio equipment, including analog and digital consoles, preamps, compressors, and outboard gear, to shape audio signals. Expertise in operating and troubleshooting studio recording equipment, such as multitrack recorders, audio interfaces, and MIDI controllers.
Audio Engineer / Freelance Engineer at Freelance / Self-Employed
January 1, 2007 - Present
Produced high-quality audio recordings for various mediums (music, film, television, radio production). Optimized workflow and met project deadlines. Proficient in DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, Adobe Audition. Extensive knowledge of recording techniques, ensuring clean and balanced audio recordings. Skilled in mixing and mastering, creating cohesive and balanced mixes. Experienced in sound design and audio post-production for films, TV shows, and radio productions. Understand signal flow and audio routing for efficient setup and troubleshooting. Collaborated effectively with artists, producers, and team members, providing valuable input. Continuously learned and adapted to new technologies, techniques, and trends in audio engineering. Focused on client satisfaction, meeting or exceeding expectations and building strong relationships. Implemented microphone placement techniques to capture desired audio characteristics. Utilized studio equipment and plugins to
Apprentice Audio Engineer at Mr Ozzie Nugara
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Developed proficiency in various aspects of audio engineering, including audio processing, mixing, and mastering techniques. Gained a deep understanding of signal flow and audio routing in both analog and digital audio systems. Assisted in recording sessions, gained experience in setting up equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring optimal sound quality.
Audio Engineer at Freelance Engineer
January 1, 2007 - Present
Produce high-quality audio recordings for music, film, television, and radio; optimize workflow to meet project deadlines; proficient in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, and Adobe Audition; execute recording, mixing, and mastering; ensure clean, balanced sound and strong client communication.
Studio Audio Engineer cum Electronic Field Production at Nations Channel - Sri Lanka
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Implemented and managed a dedicated in-studio audio setup; oversaw audio for outdoor electronic field production; developed an independent studio recording system; integrated audio with Blackmagic Design recording system and ensured broadcast-quality audio; actively monitored feeds and troubleshooted issues; applied effective microphone techniques for clear capture.
Apprentice at Mr Ozzie Nugara
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Developed proficiency in audio processing, mixing, and mastering; gained a deep understanding of signal flow and audio routing in both analog and digital systems; assisted in recording sessions, equipment setup, troubleshooting, and ensuring optimal sound quality.
Audio Engineer / Freelance Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2007 - Present
Produce high-quality audio recordings for music, film, television, and radio; optimize workflows to meet deadlines; proficient in DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase/Nuendo, Adobe Audition); experienced in recording, mixing, mastering, sound design, and post-production; ensure synchronization with visuals and collaborate with clients.
Audio Engineer at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2007 - Present
Provide high-quality audio recordings for music, film, television, and radio. Optimize workflow to meet project deadlines and deliver polished results. Proficient in DAWs including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, and Adobe Audition. Expertise in recording techniques, mixing, mastering, sound design, and audio post-production. Manage signal flow and troubleshooting, collaborate with artists and producers, and continuously adapt to new technologies and trends. Focus on client satisfaction and building strong working relationships.
Freelance Audio Engineer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2007 - Present
Produce high-quality audio recordings for various mediums (music, film, television, radio production). Proficient in popular DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, Adobe Audition). Apply extensive recording techniques, and deliver balanced mixes and clean masters. Collaborate with artists, producers, and teams to meet project deadlines and ensure optimal sound for broadcast and media.

Education

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology at Pearlbay Institute of Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP) - Audio Engineering at Q Audio School of Music Production and Audio Engineering
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology at Pearlbay Institute of Sri Lanka
January 1, 2025 - May 19, 2026
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation
January 1, 2023 - May 19, 2026
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP) - Audio Engineering at Audio School of Music Production and Audio Engineering
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology at Pearlbay Institute of Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP) at Audio School of Music production and Audio Engineering
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology at Pearlbay Institute of Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP) at Audio School of Music Production and Audio Engineering
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology at Pearlbay Institute of Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP) - Audio Engineering at Q School of Music Production and Audio Engineering
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP) - Audio Engineering
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
87% in Audio Engineering and Studio Production Program
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Recording Arts and Music Production (RAMP)
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Audio Engineering And Studio Production Program
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
RAMP - Recording Arts and Music Production
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Education

Skills

Experience Level