I’m Janco Mouton, a Cape Town based sound designer, re-recording mixer, and composer with a BA in Sound Production (summa cum laude). I create immersive audio for film, TV, games, and advertising, with experience across full audio post, scoring, and Foley. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where sound enhances storytelling.

Janco Mouton

I’m Janco Mouton, a Cape Town based sound designer, re-recording mixer, and composer with a BA in Sound Production (summa cum laude). I create immersive audio for film, TV, games, and advertising, with experience across full audio post, scoring, and Foley. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where sound enhances storytelling.

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I’m Janco Mouton, a Cape Town based sound designer, re-recording mixer, and composer with a BA in Sound Production (summa cum laude). I create immersive audio for film, TV, games, and advertising, with experience across full audio post, scoring, and Foley.

I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where sound enhances storytelling.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Intern, Music (Shadowing Senior Composer) at Two A Music
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Shadowed senior composer Sean Ross, focusing on music composition for commercials. Gained experience collaborating on projects with international clients.
Shadow/Production Assistant at Edible Audio
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Shadowed under Daniel Eppel, Emma van Heyn, and Floris Le Roux in the production of the Showmax series Spooksoeker. Shadowed across the full production process while providing general studios support. Managed and oversaw audio equipment for podcast recordings during a conference week at the CTICC.
Intern, Sound Design at Echolab Creative
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Mixed and sound designed a series of African Bank advertisements. Assisted with sound design for a feature film in production at the studio.
Freelance Sound Designer at Poly Forge Media
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Did the enemy sound design for the upcoming game 'Why you axe me?' Collaborated with the composer Deon van Heerden on the low intensity tracks of the upcoming game 'Chain Staff' developed by Mommy’s Best Games (creators of the 'Serious Sam' series).
Freelance Composer at Pressure Cooker Studios
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Writing music for pitches and other media per the studio’s request. Won an ad music pitch for the brand 'Handy Andy'.
Freelance Studio Operator at Sound Surgeon Studios
January 1, 2026 - Present
Managing daily studio operations. Working on feature films for major streaming services like Prime Video. Foley recording and editing on projects.

Education

Matric at Potchefstroom Gymnasium
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
BA in Sound Production (Summa Cum Laude) at SAE Institute Cape Town
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

SAE Global Award for Best Audio Project
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026
Highest Academic Achiever Across All Courses
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026
Highest Academic Achiever in the Sound Course
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026
Highest Average in the Audio Post-Production Course
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Gaming, Professional Services, Other