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Education
Skills
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Digital Audio Workstation
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Certification
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GAURAV SHAKYA

GAURAV SHAKYA

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic Audio Engineer with extensive experience at PrimeFocus Technologies, specializing in high-quality mixing for major studios like Netflix and Amazon. Proficient in 5.1 and 7.1 mixes, I excel in audio technology integration and project management, ensuring exceptional sound design and client satisfaction through creative collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sound Designer

Freelance
Mumbai
01.2019 - Current
  • Developed localized audio content for two Amazon Prime webseries, enhancing viewer engagement across diverse audiences.
  • Created immersive soundscapes for multimedia projects, elevating the overall audio experience.
  • Edited and mixed audio tracks to ensure clarity and enhance emotional impact in productions.
  • Integrated dialogue, music, and sound effects into productions using advanced editing techniques.
  • Utilized industry-standard software to design sound effects.
  • Collaborated with filmmakers to develop unique audio concepts.
  • Managed project timelines to ensure timely delivery of audio assets.
  • Rendered audio files for video and animation projects using specialized software applications.

Audio Engineer

PrimeFocus Technologies
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Mixed audio tracks for movies, collaborating with teams at Netflix, Sony Pictures, MVP, and Amazon Studios to enhance sound quality and overall production value
  • Operated audio mixing consoles for live sound events and studio recordings.
  • Collaborated with production teams to design and implement audio solutions.
  • Maintained and repaired audio equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Independent Sound Designer and Re-Recording Mixing Engineer

01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Delivered freelance sound design for diverse Bollywood projects, enhancing overall auditory experience.
  • Produced multiple web series for OTT platforms including Amazon Prime and Netflix, contributing to high-quality content delivery.
  • Refer to IMDB Link For Projects: www.imdb.com/name/nm6755406/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Sound Engineer

Trinayan Studio
Mumbai
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Recorded Songs, Jingles, Advertisements, Sound Design, 5.1 premixes For Films and Documentaries, Sound Effects Tracklaying, BGM Recording For Films.
  • Set up microphones and other audio equipment for optimal sound capture.
  • Adjusted sound levels and equalization settings to ensure clarity and fidelity in recordings.
  • Maintained audio equipment, ensuring functionality and readiness for sessions.
  • Collaborated with artists to create desired audio effects and soundscapes.
  • Assisted in mixing tracks to achieve polished final versions of recordings.
  • Created a mix of sounds from multiple sources by adjusting levels on the mixing board.
  • Provided technical support during live events, swiftly resolving audio issues to maintain seamless performance.

Dubbing Engineer

EXPRESSION MEDIA PVT. LTD.
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Edited audio tracks to enhance quality and alignment with Discovery Network's programming standards.

Education

DIPLOMA IN AUDIO ENGINEERING -

SAE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
Mumbai
07.2008

DIPLOMA IN SOUND RECORDING AND RADIO PRODUCTION -

AAFT (ASIAN ACADEMY OF FILM AND TELEVISION)
NOIDA
01.2006

DIPLOMA IN RECORDING ARTS -

SAE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
MUMBAI

Skills

  • Sound Design
  • Audio mixing
  • Stereo Mixes
  • 51 Mixes
  • 71 Mixes
  • Dubbing
  • Dubbing techniques
  • Surround sound engineering
  • Post-production editing
  • Pro Tools Operator
  • Digital audio workstation
  • Audio Technology Integration
  • DIGIDESIGN ICON
  • CONTROL 24
  • BEHRINGER MX 9000
  • BEHRINGER EURORACK 2442FX PRO
  • MACKIE ONYX 324
  • DIGIDESIGN 002
  • DIGIDESIGN 003
  • Miking techniques
  • Project management
  • Client relations
  • Quality assurance
  • Creative collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Attention to detail

Languages

  • Hindi
  • English

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/28/87
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Digital Audio Workstation

AVID S2 - Digital Mixing Console, AVID S6 - Digital Mixing Console, YAMAHA DM 2000 - Digital Mixing Console, DIGIDESIGN ICON - Digital Mixing Console, CONTROL 24 - Digital Mixing Console, BEHRINGER MX 9000 - Analog Mixing Console, BEHRINGER EURORACK 2442FX PRO - Analog Mixing Console, MACKIE ONYX 32.4 - Analog Mixing Console (LIVE), TASCAM - Portastudio, DIGIDESIGN 002 - CONTROL SURFACE, DIGIDESIGN 003 - CONTROL SURFACE, Different miking techniques and miking of different equipments as well as in different ways namely stereo miking ways.

Work Profile

  • 2009 - 2010, EXPRESSION MEDIA PVT. LTD., Dubbing Engineer For Discovery Network Content
  • 2010 - 2012, Trinayan Studio, Recorded Songs, Jingles, Advertisements, Sound Design, 5.1 premixes For Films and Documentaries, Sound Effects Tracklaying, BGM Recording For Films
  • 2012 - 2018, Freelancer in Bollywood, Independent Sound Designer and Re-Recording Mixing Engineer, Various WebSeries For OTT Platforms Like Amazon Prime, Netflix, AltBalaji, TVFPlay
  • 2018 - 2019, PrimeFocus Technologies, Audio Engineer, Mixing Movie For Netflix, Sony Pictures, MVP, Amazon Studios, Dubbing Technology Integration
  • 2019 - Present, 2 Webseries For Amazon Prime, Films & Dubbing Localization

Languages

English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Native
Native
French
Beginner
A1

Certification

AUDIO ENGINEER

Accomplishments

FINALIST FOR IRAA 2025 AWARDS FOR BEST SOUND EDITING.

Disclaimer

I confirm that the information provided by me is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Mumbai,

04/02/26,

GAURAV SHAKYA

Timeline

Sound Designer

Freelance
01.2019 - Current

Audio Engineer

PrimeFocus Technologies
01.2018 - 01.2019

Independent Sound Designer and Re-Recording Mixing Engineer

01.2012 - 01.2018

Sound Engineer

Trinayan Studio
01.2010 - 01.2012

Dubbing Engineer

EXPRESSION MEDIA PVT. LTD.
01.2009 - 01.2010

DIPLOMA IN AUDIO ENGINEERING -

SAE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE

DIPLOMA IN SOUND RECORDING AND RADIO PRODUCTION -

AAFT (ASIAN ACADEMY OF FILM AND TELEVISION)

DIPLOMA IN RECORDING ARTS -

SAE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
GAURAV SHAKYA