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James Barry
Senior Audio Editor & Post Supervisor specializing in music-driven storytelling
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Audio editor/mixer specializing in Pro Tools workflows for documentary and YouTube content, including a full-length documentary on Norwegian mural artist Jan Jaskalainen where orchestral music and careful ducking shaped pacing and emotion. Experienced producing and directing voiceover, using LUFS targets and organized sessions to deliver consistent mixes quickly across high-volume short-form projects.
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Key Strengths
- Documentary longform audio edit + mix with narrative-driven music choices
- Strong dialogue-first mixing approach (clarity, noise removal, music balance)
- Platform-aware YouTube audio strategy (faster VO, higher-tempo music to improve engagement)
- Efficient turnaround on short-form mixes (5-minute video in ~1–2 hours depending on tracks)
- Loudness-targeted consistency across multiple deliverables (LUFS-based workflow)
- Collaborates closely with video editor transitions to maintain flow and emotional build
Reference Highlights
- Stellar, expedient delivery
- Elevates projects and impresses clients consistently
- Strong storytelling instincts (emotion and aesthetics)
- Keen attention to detail; spots missing elements
- Understands pacing and how to guide audiences
- Adapts well across formats (ads to longform)
- Understands YouTube and engagement dynamics
- Adds intrigue at moments where audience might drop off
- Balances music to support visuals without distracting
- Resourceful and proactive with revision assets (stems/options)
- Excellent genre versatility and current musical taste
- Authenticity for target demographics/age groups
- Strong timing with SFX and foley
- Effective at finding hard-to-source “soundalike”/era-appropriate tracks
- Fast, reliable, and consistently on time
- Handles high volume and tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
- Prompt with revisions
- Communicates availability and schedules well
- Flexible for rushed/after-hours needs
- Easy to work with under stress
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and team mentality
- Professional, classy, and respectful with demanding clients
- Leadership in diverse groups
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