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Hi, I'm Karim Barolia, a creative and detail-oriented multi-disciplinary audio professional with over 10 years of experience in composing, music production, and audio engineering. I specialize in culturally diverse music and immersive soundscapes, delivering high-fidelity audio across various media platforms around the world. I have worked with major corporate brands, international artists, and interactive projects like Oculus Rift-based immersive gaming experiences. I am passionate about sonic storytelling and have expertise in voiceover recording, stereo and 5.1 surround mixing, and mentoring artists from diverse musical traditions. My skills extend to studio setup, sound design, and collaborating closely with tech teams to ensure impactful audio delivery. I enjoy blending ethnic music elements with modern styles to create unique and engaging productions.…Hi, I'm Karim Barolia, a creative and detail-oriented multi-disciplinary audio professional with over 10 years of experience in composing, music production, and audio engineering. I specialize in culturally diverse music and immersive soundscapes, delivering high-fidelity audio across various media platforms around the world. I have worked with major corporate brands, international artists, and interactive projects like Oculus Rift-based immersive gaming experiences. I am passionate about sonic storytelling and have expertise in voiceover recording, stereo and 5.1 surround mixing, and mentoring artists from diverse musical traditions. My skills extend to studio setup, sound design, and collaborating closely with tech teams to ensure impactful audio delivery. I enjoy blending ethnic music elements with modern styles to create unique and engaging productions.

Karim Barolia

Music Producer, Composer, Sound Engineer, +1

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Hi, I'm Karim Barolia, a creative and detail-oriented multi-disciplinary audio professional with over 10 years of experience in composing, music production, and audio engineering. I specialize in culturally diverse music and immersive soundscapes, delivering high-fidelity audio across various media platforms around the world. I have worked with major corporate brands, international artists, and interactive projects like Oculus Rift-based immersive gaming experiences. I am passionate about sonic storytelling and have expertise in voiceover recording, stereo and 5.1 surround mixing, and mentoring artists from diverse musical traditions. My skills extend to studio setup, sound design, and collaborating closely with tech teams to ensure impactful audio delivery. I enjoy blending ethnic music elements with modern styles to create unique and engaging productions.…Hi, I'm Karim Barolia, a creative and detail-oriented multi-disciplinary audio professional with over 10 years of experience in composing, music production, and audio engineering. I specialize in culturally diverse music and immersive soundscapes, delivering high-fidelity audio across various media platforms around the world. I have worked with major corporate brands, international artists, and interactive projects like Oculus Rift-based immersive gaming experiences. I am passionate about sonic storytelling and have expertise in voiceover recording, stereo and 5.1 surround mixing, and mentoring artists from diverse musical traditions. My skills extend to studio setup, sound design, and collaborating closely with tech teams to ensure impactful audio delivery. I enjoy blending ethnic music elements with modern styles to create unique and engaging productions.

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Hi, I’m Karim Barolia, a creative and detail-oriented multi-disciplinary audio professional with over 10 years of experience in composing, music production, and audio engineering. I specialize in culturally diverse music and immersive soundscapes, delivering high-fidelity audio across various media platforms around the world. I have worked with major corporate brands, international artists, and interactive projects like Oculus Rift-based immersive gaming experiences.

I am passionate about sonic storytelling and have expertise in voiceover recording, stereo and 5.1 surround mixing, and mentoring artists from diverse musical traditions. My skills extend to studio setup, sound design, and collaborating closely with tech teams to ensure impactful audio delivery. I enjoy blending ethnic music elements with modern styles to create unique and engaging productions.

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Experience Level

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Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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English

Fluent

Urdu

Fluent

Hindi

Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director/Music Producer/Composer/Audio Engineer at Self Employed

November 1, 2021 - Present

Produced, composed, arranged, and engineered music across multiple genres for commercial brands, production houses, and independent artists throughout the Middle East. Provided end-to-end audio solutions including sonic branding, original scoring, and final mastering for commercials, documentaries, podcasts, and digital campaigns. Designed and consulted on professional-grade recording studio setups with acoustic treatment and optimized workflows. Led immersive audio production for interactive media, including Oculus Rift-based VR experiences with ambient design, SFX creation, and spatial mixing. Collaborated with international artists combining ethnic music with modern styles, delivering culturally nuanced productions. Delivered stereo and 5.1 surround sound mixes for various visual content and managed live sound setups for music festivals and branded events. Mentored emerging talent across diverse genres and collaborated with corporate clients to ensure high-quality audio delivery und

Creator/Director/Producer at Sound Diaries

October 31, 2021 - July 27, 2025

Created and directed Sound Diaries, a show highlighting positive images of Pakistan through authentic sounds by traveling and identifying hidden talent and culture. Produced and directed the song “Ho Mian,” which was nominated for best folk song at the Shan-e-Pakistan Music Awards.

Creative Director/Music Producer/Composer/Audio Engineer at Self Employed

October 31, 2021 - July 27, 2025

Produced music and content for television, commercials, and over 50 artists including Ali Zafar, Zoe Viccaji, and Natasha Baig. Composed the official Cricket World Cup song for McDonald’s. Produced, arranged, recorded, and mixed popular hits including Ishq Kinara and Rockstar.

Music Producer at I Am Karachi (Non-Profit Organization)

May 31, 2019 - July 27, 2025

Produced music and directed video projects for the International Public Arts Festival. Served as Music Festival Producer and Music Mentor.

Composer & Audio Engineer at Nomad Media TV

February 29, 2016 - July 27, 2025

Composed original scores and theme music for digital and broadcast projects, ensuring alignment of sound with visual tone and pacing. Served as location sound engineer during live shoots, capturing high-quality dialogue and ambient sounds. Designed sound effects for reality TV and branded content. Executed audio post-production including editing, mixing, and mastering for broadcast and digital release. Collaborated closely with editors and producers to deliver cohesive sound within tight timelines.

Music Instructor at CAS (Neem Tree School of Music)

October 31, 2012 - July 27, 2025

Taught music to students from Grade 1 to Grade 9 at a top school in Pakistan.

Assistant Music Producer/Studio Manager at Point One Three Productions

November 30, 2011 - July 27, 2025

Assisted lead producers and engineers in recording sessions including mic placement and session setup. Managed studio operations such as scheduling, client coordination, gear maintenance, and documentation. Edited audio, arranged stems, and supported mix sessions across genres. Ensured high-quality sound capture during tracking and maintained studio equipment and DAW systems, improving workflow.