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John Hoffman

Boston,MA

Summary

Dynamic composer, music producer, and songwriter specializing in immersive soundscapes for indie games. Proven ability to blend retro-inspired chip-synth compositions with modern cinematic scoring, enhancing gameplay through emotionally evocative music. Expertise includes creating memorable motifs and adaptive music systems while collaborating effectively with designers and developers to shape a game’s sonic identity. Committed to delivering innovative sound design that brings interactive worlds to life.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Music Producer/Composer

Self-employeed
Brighton, Massachusetts
07.2020 - Current
  • Developed musical compositions and arrangements for a variety of genres.
  • Recorded, mixed, and edited audio tracks in the studio.
  • Produced, Mixed, and Mastered personal and collaborative Projects to a professional level for upcoming Indie Games

Live Sound Technician/Freelancer

Self Employed Services
Philadelphia, PA
06.2018 - 06.2024
  • Freelanced as Live Sound Technician for various local Performances for various Local Bands, Festivals, and Online Broadcasts
  • Used sound editing boards to mix voices and music.
  • Utilized recording equipment to record music and speech.

Live Sound Engineer

The Creamery
Kennett Square, PA
06.2018 - 10.2020
  • Operated mixing consoles to balance the volume and tone of each instrument in the band's mix.
  • Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
  • Mixed and edited music and other types of audio content and operated sound consoles and systems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Writing And Production

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA
12-2024

High School Diploma -

Kennett High School
Kennett Square, PA
06-2016

Skills

  • Recording Production Skills
  • Proficient in Audio Mixing
  • Analog equipment operation
  • Expertise in Logic Pro X and Avid Pro Tools
  • Proficient in Synth Design
  • Music Composition
  • Creative Collaboration
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Post-production audio
  • Software configuration

Certification

  • Dante Level 1
  • GSX Repair Certifications

Timeline

Music Producer/Composer

Self-employeed
07.2020 - Current

Live Sound Technician/Freelancer

Self Employed Services
06.2018 - 06.2024

Live Sound Engineer

The Creamery
06.2018 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Writing And Production

Berklee College of Music

High School Diploma -

Kennett High School

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