Hi, I'm Jose ‘Chipi’ Estrada, a passionate composer, producer, and sound editor based in Hollywood, CA. With several years of experience leading audio engineering teams and working on a variety of projects including dubbing, ADR, sound design, and music editing, I bring technical expertise and creative vision to each project I work on. I enjoy combining my skills in music composition and sound engineering to deliver high-quality audio experiences. I have a background in both academic communications and music composition for visual media, and I thrive in collaborative environments. Whether it's teaching students, assisting on complex recording sessions, or managing production workflows, I always aim to contribute positively and keep up with the latest technology and industry standards.

Jose ‘Chipi’ Estrada

Hi, I'm Jose ‘Chipi’ Estrada, a passionate composer, producer, and sound editor based in Hollywood, CA. With several years of experience leading audio engineering teams and working on a variety of projects including dubbing, ADR, sound design, and music editing, I bring technical expertise and creative vision to each project I work on. I enjoy combining my skills in music composition and sound engineering to deliver high-quality audio experiences. I have a background in both academic communications and music composition for visual media, and I thrive in collaborative environments. Whether it's teaching students, assisting on complex recording sessions, or managing production workflows, I always aim to contribute positively and keep up with the latest technology and industry standards.

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Hi, I’m Jose ‘Chipi’ Estrada, a passionate composer, producer, and sound editor based in Hollywood, CA. With several years of experience leading audio engineering teams and working on a variety of projects including dubbing, ADR, sound design, and music editing, I bring technical expertise and creative vision to each project I work on. I enjoy combining my skills in music composition and sound engineering to deliver high-quality audio experiences.

I have a background in both academic communications and music composition for visual media, and I thrive in collaborative environments. Whether it’s teaching students, assisting on complex recording sessions, or managing production workflows, I always aim to contribute positively and keep up with the latest technology and industry standards.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Lead Audio Engineer at VOXX Studios, Los Angeles
June 1, 2019 - Present
Started as recording engineer for dubbing, ADR, and VO. Promoted in 2022 to Lead Engineer, responsible for leading the team of engineers, keeping technology and workflows up to date, assuring optimal quality in all projects recorded by the studio, and minimizing downtime.
Teacher Assistant/Student Affairs at Musicians Institute, Hollywood
December 31, 2019 - July 13, 2025
Assisted teaching Logic Pro X and Pro Tools classes. Supported international student affairs, registrar, and admissions.
Assistant Engineer and Music Editor at La Rockolita, Guatemala
December 31, 2016 - July 13, 2025
Worked on advertising, temping commercials, music editing, ADR, foley, sound design, and recording session setups.

Education

Certificate at Musicians Institute, Hollywood
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018
Bachelor at Universidad Rafael Landivar, Guatemala
January 1, 2007 - March 1, 2012

Qualifications

Independent Artist - Composition for Visual Media Certificate
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization