maclarenroberts@gmail.com
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Bio
Hi, I'm Mac, a sound designer from Santa Barbara CA. Thank you for taking the time to explore my work!
I have a strong passion for immersive sound design, and an absolute love for storytelling through creative audio. As someone with a fantasy-driven mind, and a proclivity for tinkering, I thrive on the technical and creative aspects of audio production.
In the last year I moved to Los Angeles, and have since worked as a freelance sound designer & post-production mix engineer. Through my work, I have also found a secondary passion for the collaborative nature of on-set recording/mixing.
I'm available for work in everything audio: Sound Design, Pro Tools, Logic, iZotope RX, Field Recording, Production Mixing, Post-Production Mixing, Music/Score Production, Mastering.
Skills
Sound Design
- Immersive Soundscapes with Crisp, Vibrant Audio
- Emotionally Resonant Sound to enhance the drama, tension, and excitment of every scene
Post-Production Mixing
- Crystal-Clear Definition: Perfectly balanced mixes to meet the highest industry standards
- Collaborative Workflow: Clear communication and regular reviews to ensure the final product aligns with your creative vision
Production Recording & Foley
- Pristine on-set audio capture using state-of-the-art equipment and expertise
- Custom foley artistry to bring authentic depth to every clonk, bang, and pop
Original Score
- Tailored Compositions to Develop music that supports and elevates your story's emotional core
- Versatile Styles to accompany any genre, motif, or vibe
Testimonials
MacLaren is one of the best sound mixers I've ever worked with. He was highly efficient and communicative throughout the entire process. His attention to detail is top notch and is perfectly capable working under a hands off approach. He is timely and makes you feel like your project is a priority. I highly recommend MacLaren for any sound mixing job and I look forward to using him for all of my future projects.
When we think of MacLaren Roberts, we think of a collaborator that goes above and beyond to elevate each film on every level. He brings a dedication to post-production that is rarely seen in others. Mac is a major role-player when it comes to bringing the pieces together. It's always a pleasure to work with him because every small detail that is mentioned, he receives and makes it come to life.
I absolutely love working with Mac! He is my go-to person for whenever I need production or post-production sound. He's always a positive and professional presence on set for production sound. He also brings a real passion to post-production sound design and mixing, and always delivers high quality work on time — AKA, everything a producer and director can hope for!
Collaborating with MacLaren was an incredible experience. His expertise in audio production and post-production brought a professional polish to every project we worked on. MacLaren's ability to create compelling music and effects for one of my videos was particularly impressive, adding depth and emotion that truly elevated the final product. His creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to quality make him a standout in his field. I highly recommend MacLaren for any audio project—he's a true master of his craft!
I've had the pleasure of working with MacLaren on two narrative short films and one feature-length documentary. What stands out about MacLaren is his attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and genuine enthusiasm. He's willing to take risks in his work while having an expert's handle on creating a movie theater quality mix. If you hire MacLaren you'll be inviting someone into your process who is not only a joy to work with, but a collaborator that elevates your project to the next level. I feel lucky to have met MacLaren and plan to work with him on anything I can well into the future.
Projects
Catch Him
Full mix and master (including foley and live capture) for this narrative short film which featured at SCAD Savannah Film Festival in 2024
Nemesis Downfall
Sound design plus final mix for the Nemesis Downfall video game official release trailer
Madeline Island
Feature-length documentary film where I worked Post-Production and mastered the audio
Metroid Fusion
Sound re-design for the classic Metroid Fusion video game, part of a capstone project with Los Angeles Film School
Dead's Reckoning
Original Score and Post-Production Mastering for an indie-horror short film I made with friends
Wait to Tell Mother
Final Mix and Master for this narrative short-film about family, life, and loss
maclarenroberts@gmail.com
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