- Mixing Engineer
- Songwriter
- Sound Designer
Dustin Stern
- Toronto, Canada
- 6 projects
I’m a Toronto-based composer and sound designer with a focus on cinematic composition, emotional worldbuilding, and cross-genre storytelling.
About
I’m a Toronto-based composer and sound designer with a focus on cinematic composition, emotional worldbuilding, and cross-genre storytelling. I bring a flexible, collaborative approach to every project and thrive in fast-paced creative environments. Whether adapting existing themes or crafting original material, I’m committed to delivering thoughtful, high-impact music — with both heart and precision.
- Joined July 2025
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Software & Internet
- Professional Services
Projects · 6
House remix and full instrumental rework of Serial Killers’ “Wanted.” Features custom synth production, rhythmic sequencing, and atmospheric design to transform the original vocal into a dark, club-ready reinterpretation.
- Music Producer
- Musician
- Sound Designer
Audio post for a one-minute cinematic video promoting London, England. Composed the score, added and mixed Foley, and balanced all elements in a clean commercial-style mix.
- Music Composer
- Music Producer
- Sound Designer
- +1
Original score written and produced for a sci-fi trailer. Demonstrates melodic development, emotional timing, and orchestral/electronic blend, including original synth-based sound design for key moments.
- Music Composer
- Music Producer
- Sound Designer
Original music and full sound redesign for a gameplay sequence. Features aggressive synth work, SFX layering, and ambient loops to support dynamic combat pacing and futuristic world-building.
- Audio Mixer
- Music Producer
- Musician
- +1
Custom cartoon-style Foley, expressive SFX, and musical layers created for an animated short. Focused on comedic timing, character motion, and whimsical sound environments.
- Audio Mixer
- Sound Designer
- Sound Editor
Work experience
Developer & Audio Designer · TrackGuide AIJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos
Developed an audio AI tool for mix feedback and synth patch generation. Composed demo material showcasing genre-based patch ideas. Incorporated traditional musical influences into experimental cues.
Trailer Rescore · Portfolio ProjectJan 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 yr
Composed original score with hybrid orchestral and textural elements. Adapted tension arcs and motif pacing for character alignment. Mixed and delivered project in Pro Tools using OMF workflow.
Composer, Producer, Performer · DecafwolfJan 2023 – Jun 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos
Created original music blending electronic, rock, and lyrical elements. Handled full production workflow from writing to mixing. Designed synth patches and rhythmic motifs for live performance.
Education
Diploma · Recording Arts Canada2024 – 2025
90.25% GPA
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