With over 20 years in the industry, I specialize in sound design and music composition that resonates globally. My work has contributed to chart-topping tracks and award-winning projects, enhancing the narrative and emotional impact of visual media.…

Stephen David Wakeling

With over 20 years in the industry, I specialize in sound design and music composition that resonates globally. My work has contributed to chart-topping tracks and award-winning projects, enhancing the narrative and emotional impact of visual media.…

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With over 20 years in the industry, I specialize in sound design and music composition that resonates globally. My work has contributed to chart-topping tracks and award-winning projects, enhancing the narrative and emotional impact of visual media.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sound Designer at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
January 1, 2015 - October 27, 2025
Led sound design initiatives for immersive attractions, enhancing visitor experiences through tailored audio landscapes.
Composer at G20 Russia
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Composed original scores for high-profile events, ensuring synchronization of audio and visual components.
Sound Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2001 - November 24, 2025
Specializing in music and sound design for immersive projects including major advertising brand launches and events. Collaborated with high-profile clients such as HBO and Ferrari, creating dynamic soundscapes.
Sound Designer at Various Clients
January 1, 2000 - Present
Crafted and composed immersive soundscapes for major advertising brand launches and various immersive projects, aligning audio with visual narratives.

Education

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Qualifications

IVCA LIVECOM AWARD WINNER
August 1, 2015
IVCA LIVECOM AWARD WINNERIVCA LIVECOM AWARD WINNER IVCA LIVECOM AWARD WINNER Award for Innovation Winner - Drive Productions - Ralph Lauren 4D
BRAND EXPERIENCE & FIELD MARKETING AWARD BRONZE WINNER 2011
January 1, 2011
Bentley Continental Launch Event - UK Tour
EVENT AWARDS 2011 WINNER
January 1, 2011
Best Brand Experience Event Winner - Drive Productions - Ralph Lauren 4D 'Ten Years of Digital Innovation'
IVCA LIVECOM AWARD WINNER
January 1, 2011
Award for Innovation Winner - Drive Productions - Ralph Lauren 4D
IVCA LIVECOM AWARD WINNER
January 1, 2013
Best Event of the Year 2013 Gold Award - Drive Productions - Nokia Lumia Live
AV GRAND PRIX WINNER
January 1, 2013
Live Event of the Year & Grand Prix Award Winner - Drive Productions - Nokia Lumia Live
ETA AWARD 2013
January 1, 2013
Best Use Of Technology For Brand Activation Winner - Drive Productions - EE 4G Launch
EVENT AWARD FINALIST 2014
January 1, 2014
Creative Event of the Year Finalist - Drive Productions - G20 Russia Opening Ceremony
IAAPA 2015 BRASS RING AWARDS
January 1, 2015
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Brass Ring awarded for Live Entertainment Excellence, Best Sports Show Performance Act: "Mission Ferrari," FLPM/ Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
GUINESS WORLD RECORD
January 1, 2015
Awarded for the largest projected image with a total surface area of 50,458 m2 (543,125.39 ft2) and was achieved by the Moscow International Festival "Circle of Light", a project of the Moscow Government coordinated by LBL Communication Group in Moscow, Russia, on 23 September 2015.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
    uniE603 Sound Design - Cinematic Story Telling
    All the sound design is original taken from a number of my past works I have put together to Create a short story: A Large Robot walks in an open feild Approaches a Lake, jumps in and swims to the other side. This is how to tell a quest narrative using just sound....…
    uniE608 I want it all - Feat Kush Boy Kid
    Here is a Demo of my latest original Hip House Track Titled "I want it all" Featuring the talented storyteller rapper Kush Boy Kid…