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Hello! I am Phillip D. Owen, a sound designer and educator who thrives on turning creative ideas into immersive sonic experiences for stage and screen. My work blends hands-on design with teaching, mentoring, and collaborating across departments to foster bold, responsive productions. When I’m not in the theatre, I freelance to stay connected with the evolving craft of sound design, composition, and live performance. From Yale Cabaret to regional theatres and university stages, I’ve built a practice that values storytelling through sound, rigorous craft, and open dialogue with designers, directors, and actors. I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of designers and continuing to explore music-centred approaches to theatre.…Hello! I am Phillip D. Owen, a sound designer and educator who thrives on turning creative ideas into immersive sonic experiences for stage and screen. My work blends hands-on design with teaching, mentoring, and collaborating across departments to foster bold, responsive productions. When I’m not in the theatre, I freelance to stay connected with the evolving craft of sound design, composition, and live performance. From Yale Cabaret to regional theatres and university stages, I’ve built a practice that values storytelling through sound, rigorous craft, and open dialogue with designers, directors, and actors. I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of designers and continuing to explore music-centred approaches to theatre.

Phillip D. Owen

Sound Designer, Sound Engineer, Audio Engineer, +7

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Hello! I am Phillip D. Owen, a sound designer and educator who thrives on turning creative ideas into immersive sonic experiences for stage and screen. My work blends hands-on design with teaching, mentoring, and collaborating across departments to foster bold, responsive productions. When I’m not in the theatre, I freelance to stay connected with the evolving craft of sound design, composition, and live performance. From Yale Cabaret to regional theatres and university stages, I’ve built a practice that values storytelling through sound, rigorous craft, and open dialogue with designers, directors, and actors. I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of designers and continuing to explore music-centred approaches to theatre.…Hello! I am Phillip D. Owen, a sound designer and educator who thrives on turning creative ideas into immersive sonic experiences for stage and screen. My work blends hands-on design with teaching, mentoring, and collaborating across departments to foster bold, responsive productions. When I’m not in the theatre, I freelance to stay connected with the evolving craft of sound design, composition, and live performance. From Yale Cabaret to regional theatres and university stages, I’ve built a practice that values storytelling through sound, rigorous craft, and open dialogue with designers, directors, and actors. I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of designers and continuing to explore music-centred approaches to theatre.

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Hello! I am Phillip D. Owen, a sound designer and educator who thrives on turning creative ideas into immersive sonic experiences for stage and screen. My work blends hands-on design with teaching, mentoring, and collaborating across departments to foster bold, responsive productions. When I’m not in the theatre, I freelance to stay connected with the evolving craft of sound design, composition, and live performance.

From Yale Cabaret to regional theatres and university stages, I’ve built a practice that values storytelling through sound, rigorous craft, and open dialogue with designers, directors, and actors. I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of designers and continuing to explore music-centred approaches to theatre.

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

German

Intermediate

Work Experience

Sound Designer at ZACH Theatre

March 6, 2022 - July 12, 2025

Designed, selected and located all audio needs for the production; prepared the sound plot; set up all sound needs for rehearsals including recording sound cues and singers for click tracks and live mixing. Participated in design and production meetings as required by the Director of Production. Attended Designer Run, all Technical Rehearsals, and Previews through the production's run, including tech note sessions.

Lecturer in Sound Design at University of Texas at Austin

September 1, 2021 - Present

Create curriculum for Sound Design program, teach courses in Sound Design & Technology, mentor and advise student designers, and stay relevant as a faculty member by working as a freelance designer.

Lecturer in Sound Design at Texas State University, San Marcos, TX

August 31, 2021 - July 12, 2025

Created curriculum for new Sound Design program, taught courses in Sound Design and Technology, designed sound and music for departmental productions, mentored and advised student designers, and served as sound supervisor for the Performing Arts Center.

Lead Sound Engineer at Alley Theatre, Houston, TX

July 31, 2014 - July 12, 2025

Provided support to Designers and Sound Supervisor, organized load-in & strike of all mainstage productions, programmed and operated digital console and wireless systems, and assisted in building renovation.

Production Assistant at Mary Moody Northen Theatre, St. Edward’s University, Austin, TX

July 31, 2006 - July 12, 2025

Oversaw budget and purchasing in all areas of production and operation, and spearheaded annual recruiting efforts.

Professional Actor at Blue Raincoat Theatre Company, Sligo, Ireland

December 31, 2002 - July 12, 2025

Acted professionally in mainstage and lunchtime shows, trained daily in Corporeal Mime, toured Shakespeare’s Macbeth to Berlin, and served as company translator in Germany.

Assistant Professor of Practice in Sound Design at University of Texas at Austin

August 1, 2025 - Present

Create curriculum for Sound Design program; Teach courses in Sound Design & Technology; Mentor and advise student designers; Stay relevant as a faculty member by working as a freelance designer

Lecturer in Sound Design at Texas State University

August 1, 2014 - August 31, 2021

Create curriculum for new Sound Design program; Teach courses in Sound Design and Technology; Design sound and music for productions in the department; Mentor and advise student designers; Serve as sound supervisor for Performing Arts Center

Lead Sound Engineer at Alley Theatre

September 1, 2009 - July 31, 2014

Provided support to Designers and Sound Supervisor; Organized Load-in & Strike of all mainstage productions; Programmed and operated digital console and wireless systems; Assisted in building renovation

Production Assistant at Mary Moody Northen Theatre, St. Edward’s University

September 1, 2003 - July 31, 2006

Oversaw budget and purchasing in all areas of production and operation; Spearheaded annual recruiting efforts

Professional Actor at Blue Raincoat Theatre Company

January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002

Acted professionally in mainstage and lunchtime shows; Trained daily in Corporeal Mime; Toured Shakespeare’s Macbeth to Berlin, served as company translator in Germany

Writer/Performer at Homer (original one-man show)

January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000

Wrote and performed an original one-man show

Actor / Training Coordinator at Rude Mechanicals Theater Collective

January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001

Organized and led actor training intensives utilizing Suzuki and Viewpoints trainings