Ryan Joe Allam Email & Phone Number

Vaughan, On, Ca

Toronto, Canada

• Manage sound design projects from concept to final mix for up to 6 films, documentaries & series annually - emphasizing storytelling through sound to deliver on the project’s creative vision• Design innovative soundscapes and audio effects – leverage background in music and use industry-leading software to ensure high-quality, creative audio outcomes from ambient backgrounds to specific cues such as gunshots and explosions• Lead and mentor 2 assistants per project – oversee technical activities to enhance team productivity and project outcomes• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to correctly interpret and deliver on objectives – ensure seamless integration of score and design by working closely with directors, producers, and post-production teams• Stay updated with latest industry tools and trends - maintain a continuously updated sound library for diverse, top-tier sound effects• Nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Sound Editing at DGC Craft Award 2023 & 2022

Toronto, Canada

• Founded this independent post-production house – lead business development efforts by actively approaching prospects and presenting compelling project pitches. Consult with clients to understand their objectives, identify project goals, target audience and messaging, ensuring alignment with their brand and vision and securing repeat business & referrals• Efficiently execute up to 8 bespoke projects/ month – ensure on-time completion of all projects from concept to delivery, including promotional videos, commercials, corporate presentations, biographies, e-learning modules & tutorials, social & corporate events• Spearhead end-to-end multimedia content creation, editing, production and post-production for a diverse portfolio of clients including corporates, advertising agencies, film makers & producers catering to a wide range of products in the F&B, pharmaceuticals, technology, education, wellness & entertainment sectors• Direct a team of 6 specialists/ project – ensure optimal output by identifying & resolving challenges including delays, technical difficulties or creative differences • Own full P&L accountability for each project – efficiently manage resources to ensure within-budget project delivery • Enable client success through technical expertise, creative direction & production management – collaborate with cross-functional teams of clients, creative directors & art directors to deliver high-quality solutions• Clients include: TV5 – won 3-month editing and animation projects for TV shows and TFO – secured video editing and animation projects for this Canadian-French educational TV channel• Winner of Best Sports Documentary at Toronto Documentary Feature & Short Film Festival 2021 | Honorable Mention for Best Children’s Short at LA International Film Festival 2021 | Winner for Animation at Web Excellence Awards 2021 & 2020 | Nominated for Best Documentary Short & Best Social/ Political Documentary at Tribeca Film Festival & York Film Festival 2017

Toronto, Canada

Toronto, Canada

• Instructed a film and post-production audio class using Adobe Audition – leveraged subject matter expertise to teach 12 multicultural students. Fostered an inclusive learning environment, received exceptional feedback and an invitation to teach for another year

Toronto, Canada

• Supervised and mentored 20 underprivileged/at-risk youth – taught comprehensive film creation from camera operation to sound creation and editing. Integrated life skills training to foster teamwork, responsibility, emotional management and workplace safety

Toronto, Canada

• Led the editing for short web series documentaries for this online platform dedicated to recognizing and connecting athletes with their fans and followers. Liaised with management and creative teams to ensure output aligned with project goals• Supervised a team of 4 video editors and graphic animators to enhance visual storytelling – created compelling animations and graphics for internal marketing videos • Improved and streamlined the video production process – collaborated with the production team and offered insights on optimizing footage to facilitate editing in post-production

Toronto, Canada

• Led and coordinated a team of 8 on-field camera operators to film up to 6 live sports events monthly from an OBV, proactively managing system and equipment preparation. Optimized viewer experience by selecting real-time footage for live TV broadcasts

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Produced audio solutions for over 300 projects - including Radio/TV ads, documentaries and corporate movies• Recorded and edited multilingual voice-overs – worked closely with main producer for final edits to ensure alignment with client vision. Trained and directed voice-over talents, optimizing tone and delivery for enhanced ad impact• Managed high-value client relationships with BBC, Etihad Airways, Dubai Airport and Dubai World Cup ensuring client satisfaction

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Identified business opportunities and maintained a healthy sales pipeline• Developed existing/potential accounts and established productive, professional relationships with key personnel and decision makers• Primary contact and primary customer service resource for the account to address issues and requirements and provide support and required guidance• Effectively collaborated with the internal project management team to address and resolve any issues that might arise• Monitored and studied competitor activities and reported them to the leadership team• Worked closely with creative teams & other 3rd party suppliers

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Accountable for timely installation, configuration, documentation and maintenance of the organization's information and communications systems hardware and software• Monitored, maintained and performed troubleshooting for a variety of active components, system servers and applications to ensure 24x7 system availability• Installation and testing of system upgrades and new software releases• Disaster recovery including hardware recovery, system backups and data recovery• Established budgets, schedules and methods for new projects and allocated resources accordingly• Conducted studies, research and analysis on IT trends and operational best practices to improve efficiency • Solved all technical complaints and issues within minimum time frames• Evaluated Vendor’s Proof of Concept and participated in vendors’ selection process

Post Graduate, Post Production, High Honors Graduate

Business School Diploma, Business Computing