Cape Status
Minneapolis
Post-Production & Production Audio
Sound Design • Audio Mixing • On Location Audio
FEATURED WORK
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Built on the concept of sonic whiplash, this project is a good example of sound design where the absence of audio is just as important as the presence of it. We utilized a "dry" comedic atmosphere for the satirical boardroom scenes to maximize the impact of the hard-cuts into the high-intensity driving sequences. For the sizzle segments, we went full throttle with a dense layer of bespoke diegetic engine recordings and aggressive non-diegetics, all engineered to create a constant, visceral sense of acceleration that contrasts the grounded humor of the pitch.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• MIX: Frequency-conscious layering; we utilized side-chain compression and dynamic EQ carving to create a "pocket" in the cinematic music bed, allowing the mid-range "growl" of the Supra engine and high-frequency tire transients to cut through without sacrificing the energy of the soundtrack.
• DESIGN: High-SPL engine layering and custom "acceleration" textures designed to punctuate hard-cut transitions.
• ATMOS: Surgical dialogue cleanup for the satirical boardroom scenes to ensure zero distraction between comedic beats.
ToyotA - The Pitch
Sound Design / Mixing
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A masterclass in rhythmic intimacy, this project is a good example of sound design where production audio and abstract composition blur. By utilizing a triple-lavalier body rig to capture the percussive transients of tap and the human element of breath, we recreated a hyper-realistic soundtrack that remains centered on the dancer’s performance.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DIALOGUE: Creative VO processing utilizing synchronized delays and spatial reverbs to mirror the film’s abstract pacing.
• PRODUCTION: 3-mic body configuration (feet/voice) + M/S stereo field recordings.
• POST: Surgical dialogue editing and abstract tonal sound design.
Dance.Film - A rhythmic fever
On location / Music / Sound Design / Mixing
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Merging a period-drama aesthetic with modern satirical humor, this project is a good example of sound design where the audio must transition seamlessly between "static" historical environments and high-energy driving sequences. We focused on creating a whimsical, slightly fantastical atmosphere for the vignettes—like higher frequency bird elements to the old-time camera flash and tea service—while ensuring the car sequences maintained a grounded, premium automotive feel.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DIALOGUE: Extensive surgical reconstruction due to compromised production audio; we salvaged missing sources and resolved severe seatbelt interference using advanced spectral interpolation and ambiance matching.
• DESIGN: Multi-world layering—from the delicate porcelain clink of tea service under a tree to the full-frequency "whooshes" and engine transients during the SiriusXM drive.
• MIX: A three-way balancing act between dialogue clarity, a cinematic music bed, and engine noise, ensuring the comedy landed perfectly despite the production audio challenges.
Toyota x sirius xm - Tea time
Sound Design / Mixing
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Built from the ground up to mirror the precision of the vehicle’s design, this project is a good example of sound design where the rhythm of the edit dictates the sonic palette. We focused on a "macro-to-micro" strategy, transitioning between the intimate, tactile textures of graphite on paper and the powerful, industrial transients of the assembly line. By weaving cinematic hits into the mechanical rhythm, the audio bridges the gap between the artist's first sketch and the roar of the final high-performance engine.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DESIGN: Extreme dynamic range layering—from 24-bit/96kHz foley of pen nibs to high-SPL engine recordings.
• MIX: Precision transient shaping to allow quiet design elements to feel "heavy" while maintaining headroom for cinematic impacts and driving shots.
Lexus
Sound Design / Mixing
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Balancing family intimacy with high-performance athleticism, this project is a good example of sound design where audio acts as the connective tissue between two worlds. To reinforce the sensation of elite speed, We designed a series of full-frequency non-diegetic "whooshes" using tonal pitch-shifting to create a sense of forward momentum. Diegetic elements—including running, cycling, and skiing—were built from the ground up to provide a visceral contrast to the naturalistic dialogue inside the vehicle.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DIALOGUE: Surgical reconstruction of overlapping plant-mic recordings; utilized advanced spectral de-noising to restore proximity and clarity lost to cabin acoustics.
• DESIGN: Tonal Doppler-effect synthesis for speed reinforcement; bespoke foley for multiple Olympic disciplines.
• MIX: Frequency-dependent ducking to protect the restored dialogue while maintaining high-energy cinematic impacts.
toyota - olympics affirmationsSound Design / Mixing
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Focused on the philosophy of "sonic economy," this project is a good example of sound design where the power lies in what we chose not to include. Despite the fast-paced visual edit and various locations, we intentionally bypassed heavy environmental ambiances in favor of sharp, isolated hard SFX. This minimalist approach allows every mechanical click and tactile transient to pop through the mix, mirroring the precision engineering of a Hamilton timepiece where every movement is intentional and distinct.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DESIGN: High-transient "micro-foley" focusing on mechanical clarity; we utilized surgical silence between layers to maximize the impact of each individual sound.
• MIX: "Spotlight" mixing technique; rather than a wall of sound, we engineered the audio to give each visual element its own frequency and temporal space.
• PROCESSING: High-frequency enhancement on mechanical components to ensure a premium, "crisp" luxury feel across all playback systems.
Hamilton
Sound Design / Mixing
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An exercise in sonic world-building, this project is a good example of sound design where the entire acoustic environment was synthesized in post-production. To overcome the frequency limitations of an underwater setting, we utilized a diverse palette of hydro-textures and spatial panning to create a shifting, immersive stereo field that maintains narrative momentum without becoming stagnant.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DESIGN: 100% synthetic "underwater" soundscape via custom layer stacking.
• SPATIAL: Dynamic frequency shifting and stereo imaging for clarity in LPF (Low Pass Filter) environments.
• MIX: Sub-bass management to ensure the "pressure" of the environment is felt without muddying the mid-range details.
K2 - Cortex EvolutionSound Design / Mixing
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A philosophical approach to a utilitarian brand, this project is a good example of sound design where we used audio to underscore a narrative allegory. To mirror the VO copy's focus on time and tradition, we built an overarching non-diegetic "ticking" rhythm that anchors the piece. This rhythmic pulse was woven into a rich, organic tapestry of countryside field recordings—from the grit of rocky footsteps to the tactile rustle of hay—ensuring the Polaris ATVs felt like a natural extension of the landscape’s own "language."
TECHNICAL SPECS
• DESIGN: Rhythmic non-diegetic synthesis synchronized to the visual edit; high-resolution organic foley (horses, livestock, dusty road transients).
• ATMOS: Multi-layered countryside soundscapes utilizing wide-stereo field recordings to create a sense of vast, open space.
• MIX: Dynamic "narrative" balancing; we utilized subtle ducking to allow the philosophical VO to breathe while maintaining the constant, driving pulse of the ticking clock.
Polaris - Cronus
Sound Design / Mixing
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A study in sonic textures, this project is a good example of sound design where we balanced the rigid, industrial world of manufacturing with the fluid, organic atmosphere of travel. We utilized a "hyper-real" approach for the factory sequences—focusing on metallic transients and mechanical rhythms—before transitioning into the soft, atmospheric sounds of a mountain village. The centerpiece of the mix is a whispered voiceover, which we treated with bespoke spatial effects to create an intimate, "inside-scoop" perspective that guides the viewer through the journey.
TECHNICAL SPECS
• VO PROCESSING: Multi-stage spatial treatment; we utilized convolution reverbs and subtle frequency shifting to give the whispered VO a ghostly, immersive presence without losing intelligibility.
• DESIGN: High-contrast layering; we blended sharp industrial machine recordings with organic field recordings (Vespa engines, coffee shop ambiance, mountain wind) to emphasize the duality of the product.
• MIX: Dynamic "focus" shifting; we used surgical EQ to allow the whispered VO to sit in its own frequency pocket while the metallic factory sounds and ambient travel textures moved around it in the stereo field.
Yamaha - run the water
Sound Design / Mixing
