OWEN KAPLAN
Sound Designer | Mixer | Audio Engineer | Composer

I'm a Brooklyn-based audio specialist bringing stories to life with complementary sound. Currently, I record, score, and mix feature stories and podcasts for WNYC, drawing on my experience in sound design and composition.
I've had the privilege of working alongside composer and professor Christopher North and have studied under Adam Ayan of the renowned Gateway Mastering Studios, among other industry professionals.
My expertise includes studio and field recording using industry-standard software for dialogue, SFX/foley, and music. I compose orchestral, textural, and non-linear music, which has been featured in games, podcasts, and various other media. I do more than create good sound—I seamlessly integrate it into media using game engines, video editing software, sample library design, digital audio workstations, and audio scripting tools.
On the side, I’m also a chocolatier and single-origin, direct-trade chocolate enthusiast! When I’m not in the studio, I advocate for cacao farmers and a more sustainable and equitable chocolate supply chain.
PORTFOLIO

BROADCAST AUDIO ENGINEERING
wnyc Feature stories
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​Studio & Remote Vocal Tracking
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News & Podcast Sound Design & Mixing ​​​
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Vocal Delivery Directing
SELECT STORIES
Warning: This episode contains profane language and detailed descriptions of sexual assault allegations.
MUSICAL SCORE
Special investigation:
He went by ‘Champagne’ on Rikers Island
Music composition for a 50-minute feature story produced by WNYC, in collaboration with fellow New York Public Radio composer Jared Paul.​​
Listen to our most recent episodes here.
PODCAST MIXING
NYC NOW
"NYC NOW is a feed of the most up-to-date local news from across New York City and the region. Three updates a day, every weekday." NYC NOW
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I assemble and mix recordings and other audio assets according to script. ​
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AUDIO PLUGIN DESIGN
ULULATION CLARINET
This was part of a comprehensive sound library I helped to create in collaboration with composer, Christopher North. I contributed all sound editing, implementation, and UI design.
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"This incredible library is truly one of a kind. It's just an incredible library with unique performances that you can't really find anywhere else."
— Alex Raptakis
"Tons of character. This is one of the sample packs that does one thing, and it does it soooooo well. Well recorded enough and just loads of character allow it to be a top line. And it can really punch you in the gut."
— Ryan Weeks
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There is so much to play with in this instrument. Great recordings and lots of character in each note (lots of notes).
— Christopher Scullion

VIDEO GAME SOUND DESIGN & COMPOSITION
EVEREST
Everest is a 2D Platformer survival game with the first level currently available. The game was made in 31 days during the Game Off 2023 game jam, from 1 Nov 2023 to 1 Dec 2023, based on the theme “Scale.”
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This game's audio was created with FMOD in combination with Unity Engine.
COMMUNITY FEEDBACK:
"Audio design is great. Background music fits the game perfectly."
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"Good message, nice visuals and really calming music."
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"Great graphics and music."
SOUND DESIGN & MIXING
VEINS
This short film was a collaborative project created during my time with the New York Arts Program. I designed and mixed all audio for the film.
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Veins won the award for Best Student Short at the Phoenix Shorts Film Festival, February 2022
ORIGINAL COMPOSITION
PAPERMAN RESCORING PROJECT
An original score to accompany a pre-existing animated short.
ORIGINAL SCORE
THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI
ORIGINAL SHORT COMPOSITION
ASK ME ABOUT MY MAX / MSP PATCHES
SKILLS
Film
Games
Broadcast
Podcasts
Sample Libraries
Immersive & Adaptive Audio
Field & Studio Recording
Composition
Mixing & Mastering
Video Editing