Karthik KK

With over 15 years of experience in audio production, music production, and educational media, I have built a robust career focused on innovation, quality, and user-centric audio content. As the Assistant Vice President of Audio Production at BYJU'S, I lead teams in the development of immersive audio experiences across products like Disney Early Learn, Tynker, and Epic Motion Comics. My work includes sound design, voice direction, music production, and the integration of audio into UI/UX for educational products. I have produced over 2,000 hours of audio content and am passionate about creating seamless, user-friendly audio experiences that drive engagement and enhance learning.

• Music Production & Sound Design: Composed original soundtracks and produced audio content for BYJU'S products, including Disney Early Learn, Tynker, and Epic Motion Comics. Managed end-to-end sound design, from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with educational and engagement goals.
• UI/UX Audio Development: Worked closely with the UI/UX design team to create intuitive and interactive audio feedback mechanisms. Enhanced user experience through sound design for navigation, button clicks, and interactive elements across various learning platforms. Additionally, produced and integrated sound design for BYJU'S Learn Station device, ensuring seamless audio interaction and improved user engagement.
• Voice Direction & Character Development: Directed voice performances for over 150 characters, managing their vocal traits, delivery, and tone for both short-form and long-form educational content. Spearheaded dubbing for multiple regional languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and international languages like Spanish and Portuguese.
• AI Integration & Workflow Optimization: Leveraged AI-driven tools to optimize production workflows, significantly reducing turnaround times while improving content quality.
• International Project Handling: Managed international collaborations and led content production across various global markets, ensuring alignment with cultural and educational standards.

• Protools Expert Certification - Avid India
• Audio Engineering Coursework (2007)
• Class 10 - Chinmaya English Higher Primary School, Mangaluru (2003)

• Math Product for the US Market, USA, Prof. Edward Burger, Collaborated with Prof. Edward Burger on the development and production of a math product tailored for the US educational market. Provided on-site support and conducted training for educators to ensure the product met educational standards.
• Blippi's Product, USA, Stephen John Grossman (Blippi), Managed and executed audio production for Blippi's educational content series in the USA. Collaborated with Stephen John Grossman (Blippi) to ensure high-quality sound design and mixing, adhering to the specific needs of the production.
• Tynker - Creative Coding Platform, USA & Global, Contributed to the sound design and music production for Tynker's creative coding platform. Produced background music and interactive sound elements that enhance user engagement as students learn coding through gamified experiences.
• Epic Motion Comics & Read-Alongs, USA, Managed sound production and music integration for Epic Motion Comics, developing engaging audio experiences for children's read-alongs, graphic novels, and interactive storytelling platforms.
• Disney Early Learn, Global, Directed audio content and character voices for Disney Early Learn, a global platform that combines Disney characters with educational content for early learners. Managed the integration of sound effects, music, and voice-over for interactive lessons and quizzes.

• Audio Production & Sound Design for Epic! Kids IP, Developed and implemented sound design for Epic's vast digital reading platform, which includes over 40,000 books and audiobooks for children. Integrated music and sound effects to elevate the educational and storytelling experience.
• Customized Audio for Educational Books, Created original audio content tailored to both fiction and non-fiction titles, enriching the interactive learning experience for young readers.
• Sound Design for Motion Comics & Audiobooks, Directed sound design and post-production for popular children's series like BIG NATE, Garfield, and The Chronicles of Narnia, ensuring that sound elements aligned with narrative themes and learning objectives.

• Protools Expert Certification - Avid India
• Audio Engineering Coursework (2007)
• Class 10 - Chinmaya English Higher Primary School, Mangaluru (2003)

• Math Product for the US Market, USA, Prof. Edward Burger, Collaborated with Prof. Edward Burger on the development and production of a math product tailored for the US educational market. Provided on-site support and conducted training for educators to ensure the product met educational standards.
• Blippi's Product, USA, Stephen John Grossman (Blippi), Managed and executed audio production for Blippi's educational content series in the USA. Collaborated with Stephen John Grossman (Blippi) to ensure high-quality sound design and mixing, adhering to the specific needs of the production.
• Tynker - Creative Coding Platform, USA & Global, Contributed to the sound design and music production for Tynker's creative coding platform. Produced background music and interactive sound elements that enhance user engagement as students learn coding through gamified experiences.
• Epic Motion Comics & Read-Alongs, USA, Managed sound production and music integration for Epic Motion Comics, developing engaging audio experiences for children's read-alongs, graphic novels, and interactive storytelling platforms.
• Disney Early Learn, Global, Directed audio content and character voices for Disney Early Learn, a global platform that combines Disney characters with educational content for early learners. Managed the integration of sound effects, music, and voice-over for interactive lessons and quizzes.