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About<\/h2>\n

With over 25 years in the industry, I\u2019ve shaped sound for film and television at every level \u2014 dialogue and effects editing, sound design, foley, ADR, and mixing. More recently, I\u2019ve specialized as a sound editor, bringing precision and creativity to every project.<\/p>\n

A graduate of Glasgow University\u2019s pioneering BEng course in Electronics and Music, I launched my career at the BBC, before spending seven years as a staff dubbing mixer at ITV. In 2006, I founded Soundmonger Ltd, collaborating with leading UK broadcasters, independent filmmakers, and documentary creators to craft immersive, emotionally compelling soundscapes.<\/p>\n

From aspiring filmmakers to Oscar winners, I work seamlessly with every level of talent, always striving to serve the story. Whether it\u2019s perfecting the rhythm of a line of dialogue, finessing the realism of an effect, or making a last-minute promo broadcast-ready, I bring a meticulous attention to detail to every project.<\/p>\n

My philosophy on audio for picture is simple:
\n\u2022\u00a0Dialogue should flow naturally, maintaining its cadence and musicality.
\n\u2022\u00a0Sound effects must not only be heard, but also feel visually authentic.
\n\u2022\u00a0If the audience notices my work, I haven\u2019t done my job right.<\/p>\n

Sound isn\u2019t just about what you hear \u2014 it\u2019s about what you feel. That\u2019s what I bring to every frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Skills<\/h2>\n

Over 25yrs experience in audio post-production
\nOver 20yrs experience of Protools
\nDialogue editor \u00b7 SFX editor \u00b7 Sound design \u00b7 Music editing
\nMixing up to 5.1 \u00b7 Tracklaying for Dolby Atmos
\nFeatures \u00b7 Long form \u00b7 Shorts \u00b7 Promos
\nDrama \u00b7 Factual \u00b7 Childrens \u00b7 Sport \u00b7 Corporate
\nCinema \u00b7 Broadcast \u00b7 Restoration & forennsics \u00b7 Audiobooks<\/p>\n

Testimonials<\/h2>\n

“JD and I have worked together on two projects which he sound-designed, incorporating Dialogue, Fx, Foley, and BG\u2019s. I then mixed both in Dolby Atmos. He has a vast knowledge of the industry and ProTools. He\u2019s highly competent and his design on both films was excellent, exceeding his directors requests. Great personality too! Let\u2019s work on another one soon JD!!”<\/em>
\nPaul Massey<\/a> – Re-recording mixer : Section 1591<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cTheatre of Survival was a special project requiring alot of work, with inherited footage from the 70\u2019s and 80\u2019s, Super 8 & Super 16 and 4K interviews & GVs. As well as impeccable dialogue clean up, JD created the entire spectrum of atmos beds and fx stems to hold the audience in the narrative of the film and prepped them all for the Dolby Atmos mix at TW1. He\u2019s a joy to work with!\u201d<\/em>
\nDan Poole<\/a> \u2013 Director : The Space, Theatre of Survival<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cInitially I thought I was having the worst tinnitus attack I\u2019d ever had \u2026\u201d<\/em>
\nAudience member, in response to sound design based around tinnitus, for a character’s emotional breakdown : Black Smoke Rising<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s always a pleasure working with J.D. At Pitch International we often work under tight time constraints and he is always calm under pressure. His technical understanding is second to none, so any problems faced are quickly overcome. I would recommend him highly.\u201d <\/em>
\nIan Brackley<\/a> \u2013 Head of Production: Pitch International<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cWorking with JD was as ever a joy. Like a fine tooth comb he trawled through a vast expanse of different recordings, added depth where it was missing and fixed a whole gamut of sound issues that come out of multiple-format shooting over a 6 year period. Not only that but the delivery was exceptional and he\u2019s a joy to work with! Sound design and mixing happiness!\u201d<\/em>
\nGiles Terera<\/a> – Director : Muse of Fire<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI finally watched Treehouse all the way through with your latest sound mix. You changed it into a different movie. I hated this film up until today (a result of seeing it over and over again over the last year) and now I am absolutely proud and loving it \u2026 You made such a difference; I can\u2019t thank you enough.\u201d<\/em>
\nMichael Bartlet<\/a> \u2013 Director : Treehouse<\/strong><\/p>\n

Credits<\/h2>\n

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“Section 1591”
\nSound designer<\/em><\/td>\n		“Gods Own Country”
\nDialogue \/ ADR editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” (BTS)
\nSound editor \/ mixer<\/em><\/td>\n		“The Only Way Is Essex”
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“Muse of Fire”
\nSound editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“The Loyal Enemy”
\nSound designer<\/em> \/ mixer<\/td>\n		“The Marker”
\nSound editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“The Space – Theatre of Survival”
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“Kids In Love”
\nDialogue editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“Ons Jabeur – This Is Me”
\nDubbing mixer<\/em><\/td>\n		“Love Bite”
\nSound editor \/ Dubbing mixer<\/em><\/td>\n		“Sour Grapes”
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“Engineering Catastrophies”
\nSound editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“Police: Night Shift 999”
\nSound editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“Amar Akbar & Tony”
\nADR editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“The Big Swindle”
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“Treehouse”
\nDubbing mixer<\/em><\/td>\n		“Trucking Hell”
\nSound editor<\/em><\/td>\n		“Black Smoke Rising”
\nSound designer<\/em><\/td>\n		“Warriors”
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<\/td>\n“Mesocafe”
\nSound designer<\/em><\/td>\n		“Do Elephants Pray”
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