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My name is Daniel Ortgiess, and I am a multiple gold- and platinum-award-winning composer and sound designer with a Bachelor's degree in Sound Engineering. I am deeply passionate about my work and strive to maximize the potential of every production I undertake.…

Daniel Ortgiess

Sound Engineer, Sound Designer, Music Producer, +5

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My name is Daniel Ortgiess, and I am a multiple gold- and platinum-award-winning composer and sound designer with a Bachelor's degree in Sound Engineering. I am deeply passionate about my work and strive to maximize the potential of every production I undertake.…

Available to hire

My name is Daniel Ortgiess, and I am a multiple gold- and platinum-award-winning composer and sound designer with a Bachelor’s degree in Sound Engineering.

I am deeply passionate about my work and strive to maximize the potential of every production I undertake.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Intermediate

Language

Dutch

Fluent

English

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Work Experience

Live techniek en LichtJockey at Cafe studio Tilburg

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2017

Managed live technical and lighting operations for bands, events, songwriters, and DJs.

Freelance studio techniek (mixing mastering) at Various clients

January 1, 2007 - June 7, 2024

Provided mixing, mastering, sound engineering, sound design, and studio recording services for music projects, TV and radio spots, audio branding, and sound design.

Stagebedrijf Intern at Himmasongs en MAJ Productions, Los Angeles, USA

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008

Recorded music for TV and film projects including Bones, Last Day of Summer, and The Ex-list.

Mixing/mastering Sound-engineer, Sound-designer at VHU Pure Jingles, Hilversum

January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016

Performed mixing, mastering, sound engineering, and sound design for clients such as BBC Radio One, NPO 3FM, FunX, WKTU New York, Kiss FM, and Studio Brussel.

Freelance Sound-designer at CYMATICS FM, Atlanta USA

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020

Recorded, produced, and mixed samples for sound design projects.

Mixing Mastering Engineer at VHU Europe, Pure Jingles, Hilversum

March 1, 2017 - August 29, 2025

Managed the end product focusing on sound design and jingles for radio and television broadcasts. Collaborated with a diverse portfolio of global clients, including BBC Radio 1, 3FM, and NPO 1 national television, Studio Brussel.

Freelance Sound Designer at Cymatics, Atlanta USA (Remote from NL)

January 1, 2023 - August 29, 2025

Recorded and produced samples for Cymatics sample packs, contributing to one of the leading companies in the sale of hip-hop and EDM samples worldwide. Collaborated with top-tier artists in the USA including A$AP Rocky, Dr. Dre, and Post Malone. Executed all tasks remotely from studio in the Netherlands.

Live Sequencing, Electronic Artist at Prins Sen De Geit, The Hague

January 1, 2020 - Present

Initiated an electronic band during the COVID-19 pandemic, collaborating with Dutch spoken word poet Scott Beekhuizen and guitarist Marne Miesen. Released music online during the first two years due to performance restrictions, resulting in significant online engagement and increased workload. Performed at some of the largest festivals in the Netherlands and Belgium showcasing music in native Dutch language. Executed on stage with live sampling and sequencing using Ableton and various synthesisers during performances.

Teacher / Educator at Various Institutions including Herman Brood Academy, Rock Academy, and Conservatorium Haarlem

January 1, 2010 - Present

Prepared lessons and workshops for various courses including Sound Design, Sound Engineering, Composing, and Mixing/Mastering. Delivered educational content at multiple music and sound institutions.

Electronic Artist / Live Sequencing at Prins Sen De Geit

January 1, 2020 - Present

Initiated an electronic band during the COVID-19 pandemic, collaborating with Dutch spoken word poet Scott Beekhuizen and guitarist Marne Miesen. Performed live with Ableton and synthesizers; released music online and performed at major festivals in the Netherlands and Belgium.