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Basel, Switzerland

Hunter Media Suisse (HMS) is a versatile company that specializes in providing top-notch software and educational products and services for multimedia content creators. With a legacy spanning over two decades, HMS has carved out a strong reputation in the global audio post-production industry.

Basel, Switzerland, Copenhagen, Denmark, Boston, Usa,

• Led the creation of all company products through the entire development cycle.• Supervised User Experience Design, including prototyping, technical workflows, product requirements, and defining guidelines for multiple personas and scenarios, translating user needs into innovative and engaging solutions.• Conducted surveys and usability testing to gather insights, analyze feedback, and translate findings into a new touch screen UI, resulting in a 30% boost in user productivity compared to traditional human-computer interactions (mouse and keyboard).

Basel, Switzerland, Boston, Usa, Warsaw, Poland,

• Developed Comprehensive Curriculum and Digital Content: Designed and launched an advanced educational program focused on professional film sound, including curriculum, website, and digital materials.• Trained Sound Engineers and Generated Profit: Delivered a 4-month training program for new and experienced sound engineers, achieving $30,000 in profit.• Facilitated Transition to Online Platform: Conducted user research to effectively transition from a brick-and-mortar program to a robust online educational platform.• Implemented Learning Management System: Designed and deployed a fully automated learning management system to streamline the educational process.• Enhanced Learning Experience with Modern Techniques: Integrated current teaching trends through live online workshops and incorporated feedback from surveys and usability tests to refine web design with a mobile-first approach.• Launched Master Class Product: Collaborated with Oscar-winning sound professionals to create a Master Class product, boosting platform visibility by 500% in two weeks through targeted social media and AdWords campaigns.

Basel, Switzerland

• Developed a progressive marketing strategy that significantly increased company visibility by strategically positioning and promoting various company resources.• Designed and launched a brand-new website while creating, producing, writing, and executing national and international social media marketing campaigns.• Introduced Oslo Studio to the Swiss Film Market and the international scene by attending the Locarno Film Festival as one of the 10 selected film production companies in the Cine Euro 2023 Competition.• Delivered full post-audio services for "September Babies," marking it as the first full feature film from Oslo Studios and the first film in Switzerland released in Dolby Atmos format in 2024.• Provided Dolby Atmos music mixing services for live orchestra recordings—"Mozart Soloist Impressions"—comprising two individual 90-minute projects, mixed and delivered to streaming services worldwide in Dolby Atmos in 2024.

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland

• Provided post-audio services for five major Polish film productions, distributed nationally in cinemas and internationally via streaming platforms such as Netflix, Prime, and HBO.• Managed creative teams across multiple long-term (3-9 months) audio-visual projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes.• Revitalized the UX Spectrum brand by redesigning and updating software products and developing a licensing platform for global software distribution.• Revived support for the Pro Sound Institute brand by developing a curriculum, website, and digital content for an advanced online educational program focused on professional film sound.• Conducted user research to facilitate a smooth transition from a brick-and-mortar program to an online educational platform, designed and implemented a fully automated learning management system, and integrated the latest teaching trends through live online workshops.• Performed surveys and usability testing, analyzed feedback, and translated insights into a new responsive web design.

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

• Managed over 100 international dubbing projects at various stages of development.• Communicated daily with Danish and Swedish headquarters (KM – Sweden) regarding project development stages, delivery requirements, quality control, localization, translation, and final delivery to Netflix.• Led team training and management, ensuring consistent performance and skill development.• Cultivated and managed relationships with national TV stations and film producers, creating clear pathways for potential project acquisitions.• Oversaw overall company operations, including marketing and financial management.Over the last decade, Audio Resort ( KM Studio Denmark ) has grown to become one of the leading dubbing agencies in Scandinavia and it offers multi-language dub in more than 40 languages. Our dedicated production team provides complete end-to-end solutions for all dubbing-related services, e.g. translation and localisation. Our expertise and modern facilities create the perfect setting for even the most challenging projects and recording sessions and we handle all production in accordance with European Broadcasting standards.

Boston, Los Angeles, Usa

• Developed the UX Spectrum brand, specializing in touch screen software controllers.• Represented the company at the 2015 NAMM Show in Los Angeles.• Led the creation of "Black Belt 4k" and “Reminisce” products through the entire development cycle.Brand Promotion and Management:• Leveraged state-of-the-art web and digital media technologies to elevate the brand's visibility as a leading provider of touch screen software control surface solutions, expanding the product line and distribution channels to 21 countries.• Initiated creative vision and strategies for integrated market penetration of pro audio products by analyzing competitor positions, trends, and target audiences.• Conducted technology research and implemented strategies, reducing the development cost of the leading product by 40% and expanding its customer reach from 600,000 to 4 million users.• Produced exceptional digital content that achieved an average video view rate of 30% on YouTube campaigns, garnering 5,000 views on the first day of each campaign

Copenhagen Area, Capital Region, Denmark

Mixed dubbed version for theatrically screened full feature animations, TV cartoon series, trailers and documentaries.Film Projects:A Cat in Paris (2010) - Theatrical 5.1 Dolby surround Zarafa (2012) - Theatrical 5.1 Dolby surround The Secret of Kells (2009) - Theatrical 5.1 Dolby surround Fireman Sam - 25 episodes (TV)

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

Developed digital audio content for national televised and theatrically screened commercials, film trailers, documentaries, and audio description. Collaborated closely with directors, producers and voice talents on the creative audio aspect of related projects.Selected clients: Coca Cola, McDonald's, Colgate, Always, Lech, Bank PKO, Kinder Bueno.

Los Angeles

• Developed and Monetized Post Audio Service Products: Created and launched post audio service products over 5 years, negotiating and securing more than 50 contracts, which generated over $1.2M in revenue.• Coordinated Comprehensive Sound Services: Managed all aspects of sound services for film, including financial, artistic, and technical elements, ensuring seamless integration from concept to completion.• Supervised Diverse Audio Postproduction Projects: Oversaw audio postproduction for feature films, short films, trailers, and documentaries, ensuring high-quality audio results.• Managed On-Set Sound Production: Directed on-set sound production to capture and ensure optimal audio quality throughout filming.• Cultivated Industry Relationships: Maintained and developed long-term relationships with clients, professionals, and businesses in the Los Angeles entertainment industry.

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

Founded and managed an independent record label.Created and launched national promotional campaigns to promote independent record, "2 people" using large format billboards, TV, and radio as a mediums. Reached Number 1 song in national radio station music chart : Radio PlusNegotiated distribution contracts and managed CD product distribution with EMI Poland and EMPIK and sold 15,000 CD albums.Supervised digital content creation and implementation onto the product website.

Master’S Degree, Marketing And Management

Recording Institute Of Technology, Sound Engineering, A

Bachelor’S Degree, Computer Science