Maclaren Roberts Sound

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 both the technical and creative aspects of audio production.

A 2023 Graduate of Los Angeles Recording School, I have since worked as a freelance sound designer & post-production mix engineer for numerous films & trailers. Through my work, I have also found a passion for the collaborative nature of production mixing.

My areas of expertise: Sound Design, Pro Tools, Logic, iZotope RX, Field Recording, Production Mixing, Post-Production Mixing, Music/Score Production, Mastering.

Skills

Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) Mastery

Expert in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, iZotope
Fast-paced editor, comfortable working under tight deadlines

Synthesis, Sampling, & Sound Design

Creation of new sounds using synthesizers or manipulating recorded samples.
Detailed and accurate sound design and/or foley of anything ranging from simple footsteps to sci-fi creature & technology audio.

Sound Editing & Mixing

Ability to edit, clean, and mix audio for clarity, balance, and desired effect.
Collaborative Workflow: Clear communication with regular reviews to ensure the final product aligns with your creative vision.

Audio Recording Techniques

Capable of complex foley recording & sound design techniques
Knowledge of microphone types, placement, and field/studio recording methods

Testimonials

Emma Stieger

Actress, Producer, Writer

MacLaren is one of the best sound mixers I've ever worked with. He is 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.

Raymon & Ruben Dueñas

Director, Writer, Actor

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.

Leah Bleich

Director, Producer, Writer

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!

José Altonaga

Editor, Writer, Director

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!

Justin Giegerich

Director, Producer, Actor

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.