Freelance Sound Engineers in Los Angeles

At UNION Recording Studio, we take great pride in our group of exceptionally talented and knowledgeable sound engineers who are essential to realizing your musical aspirations. Several Grammy-nominated sound engineers who are enthusiastic about music and committed to giving music artists the best possible recording experiences work at our recording studio in Los Angeles.

Why Should You Hire Our Sound Engineers?

A sincere love for Music: Our engineers' genuine love for music drives them to devote themselves to every project. Their love of music makes them dive deep to capture the essence of your performance and give the best result.

Trained and Skilled: Our engineers are highly skilled professionals from a music background. They have several hours of experience in studio sessions, which helped them to develop their skills.

Frequently Reviewed to Maintain Quality: At our recording studio in Hollywood, we work dedicatedly to produce outstanding results. We continually review the work of our engineers. It ensures that the recordings and mixes meet the highest musical quality.

Earn Satisfied Clients: Our engineers consistently receive excellent feedback from our clients, demonstrating their exceptional skills. They collaborate easily with music artists, bringing musical visions to life thanks to their keen attention to detail and willingness to take on new challenges.

Working with the best recording studio in Hollywood gives you access to a group of sound engineers who genuinely care about your music and want to help you realize your artistic vision. Whether you're a budding music artist or a seasoned pro, our talented engineers bring out the best in your talent.

You can take advantage of the skill and professionalism of our sound engineers at UNION Recording Studio. At our recording studio in Los Angeles, we're here to support you in achieving your musical goals, one standout album at a time. Start creating music to appeal to audiences at large with us right away.

Recording Studio
  • Professional Recording
  • Autotune
  • ⁠Creative Mixing
  • Mastering
  • Pitch Correction
  • Instrumental Re-arrangement
  • ⁠Stem Mixing / Mastering
  • ⁠⁠Album /EP Dedicated Mastering
  • ⁠⁠Production Analysis / Artistic Development

REBOOST Engineer

$25/h

Studio rental fee is not included

  • Professional Recording
  • Autotune
  • Professional ⁠Creative Mixing
  • Basic Mastering

ELITE Engineer

$40/h

Studio rental fee is not included

  • Professional Recording
  • Autotune
  • Premium ⁠Creative Mixing
  • Advanced Mastering
  • Pitch Correction
  • Instrumental Re-arrangement
  • ⁠Stem Mixing / Mastering
  • ⁠⁠Album /EP Dedicated Mastering
  • ⁠⁠Production Analysis / Artistic Development
Recording Studio
  • Professional Recording
  • Autotune
  • ⁠Creative Mixing
  • Mastering
  • Pitch Correction
  • Instrumental Re-arrangement
  • ⁠Stem Mixing / Mastering
  • ⁠⁠Album /EP Dedicated Mastering
  • ⁠⁠Production Analysis / Artistic Development

REBOOST Engineer

$25/h

Studio rental fee is not included

  • Recording Studio
  • Recording Studio
  • Professional
  • Basic
  • -
  • -
  • -
  • -
  • -

ELITE Engineer

$40/h

Studio rental fee is not included

  • Recording Studio
  • Recording Studio
  • Premium
  • Advanced
  • Recording Studio
  • Recording Studio
  • Recording Studio
  • Recording Studio
  • Recording Studio
Luiz Fernando Costa e Silva

Luiz Fernando Costa e Silva

Elite Engineer

Luiz Fernando Costa e Silva (a.k.a. Nando Costa) is a Brazilian music producer and audio engineer, graduated in Music Production & Engineering from Berklee College of Music (Boston, Massachusetts). Awarded by the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) in 2009 and the Music Production & Engineering Department at Berklee in 2011, Nando Costa has been standing out in the music industry for the past few years. In his career, Nando has had the opportunity of working with many artists, including platinum-certified and Grammy Award winner and nominated names, such as Emmerson Nogueira, Milton Nascimento, Stanley Jordan, Rouge, among others.
Main Genres: Hip-Hop, Rap, R&B, Pop, Rock, Alternative,  Acoustic.  
Christopher McMasters

Christopher McMasters

Elite Engineer

Chris McMasters (AKA Chris Clutch) is a self-proclaimed, heavy hitting mix & mastering engineer with only two goals in mind: Bringing his clients' musical works and visions to life, while achieving the highest level of musical clarity sonically possible. 

Trained and educated at the University of Colorado, Denver (UCD) with a bachelor's degree in science of music & sound recording technology. Combined with thousands of practice and rehearsal hours with drums and percussion, Chris aims to become recognised as a “goat engineer” in the music industry armed with the training and drive to do so. 

With four years of professional experience recording, mixing and mastering Chris doesn’t see an end to this musical journey anytime soon. Humbly asking for the privilege and responsibility of working with you at the highest possible degree he can offer.

Looking to achieve even greater accomplishments in the future (with you!) Here is a small list of Chris’s work he has been involved with below.



Anton Melihov

Anton Melihov

Advanced Engineer

Anton Melihov is a multifaceted professional, excelling as a tracking and mix engineer, music producer, songwriter, and mentor. He is a proud graduate of the esteemed MusicHeads School of Sound Engineering, launching his career in 2008 with a passion for crafting exceptional soundscapes. With a diverse portfolio spanning Russia, Europe, Asia, and the United States, Anton brings a wealth of experience to every project. Whether working with live instruments or electronic sounds, he meticulously attends to every detail, ensuring the essence of the music shines through. Anton is dedicated to his mission of guiding artists to transform their musical visions into polished, release-ready products.

LALO | TOPBOY

LALO | TOPBOY

Advanced Engineer

Audio Engineer/Producer TOPBOY, raised in South East Los Angeles, has worked with artists like Vinny West, Joey Fatts, Fenix Flexin, Peso Peso, AFN Peso, and K Suave. In 2023, TOPBOY mixed and mastered "My Skeleethe (Remix)" by T-Jxint [feat. Vinny West], which hit over 10 million streams, went viral on TikTok, and line dance placement in 2024 Kendrick Lamar - The Pop Out: Ken & Friends. Having found some success in Hip Hop/Rap, TOPBOY works with other genres including Reggaetón, Pop, Dark Wave, R&B, House, Alternative, and Corridos Tumbados.
James Gyerman

James Gyerman

Advanced Engineer

James is an Audio Engineer and Music Producer from Los Angeles, California.  In 2014, James decided to turn his passion for music into a career and enrolled in Icon Collective’s Music Production Program in Burbank California.  After graduation, James began his career as an intern/runner for several recording studios in Los Angeles. He has since worked with several Grammy-nominated Artists and Producers (i.e. Gallant, Hit-Boy, Goldlink), as well as records that have gone 4x-Platinum (i.e. Calboy - Envy Me). James brings his abundance of studio experience into every session while guiding Artists of all styles and caliber to realize the full potential of their vision.<br /><br />
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Jorge Cajias

Jorge Cajias

Advanced Engineer

3 reviews

With over seven years of experience, Jorge is a skilled music producer, audio engineer, and songwriter who has dedicated his life to music. Known for his adaptability and commitment to quality, Jorge has worked alongside some of the industry’s talented artists, helping shape exceptional sounds across diverse genres. His expertise and unique style elevate any project, pushing it beyond expectations.

Genres
Pop, Hip-Hop, Rap, Trap, RnB, Rock (metal, punk rock, etc.), Soul, Gospel, ADR, Voiceover/Dubbing, Audiobooks, Jazz/Classical, Reggae/Reggaeton, Indie/Alternative, Country



Paul Bailey

Paul Bailey

Elite engineer

5 reviews

Paul Bailey is a seasoned audio engineer, originally hailing from the Detroit area. After attending the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences, he began his journey at the songwriter-centric 4th Street Recording studio in Santa Monica, CA, where he honed his skills as an intern and trainee.

Paul's career trajectory saw him progress from Runner to Desk, to Assistant, and eventually to Engineer at the Paramount/Ameraycan/Encore chain of studios. His talent and dedication soon caught the attention of Atlantic Records and Warner Music, where he spent nearly 15 years as a staff engineer. During this period, Paul worked with a roster of renowned artists, including Sean Paul, Charlie XCX, David Guetta, and many others.

With a wealth of experience working alongside top artists, songwriters, and producers, Paul is eager to bring his expertise to your next project.

A partial list of his credits can be found here (clickable link)

https://credits.muso.ai/profile/b342b449-45f7-4222-937c-a2d5aaddef59



Dylan Kinker

Dylan Kinker

Reboost Engineer

8 reviews
Dylan Kinker started his journey in music production and recording at 18. After studying Jazz Performance at Florida State University, he moved to Los Angeles in 2018 to pursue a career in the music industry. Initially mixing live performances for local bands, Dylan soon returned to the studio to focus on production and engineering. Since then, he has collaborated with artists such as Beach Peach, Peach Riot, Omar Apollo, and BROCKHAMPTON, while also creating solo work under the name Kinker. His expertise spans genres including Pop, Hip-hop, Rap, RnB, Soul, Rock, and Trap.
Gerardo Figueroa

Gerardo Figueroa

Reboost Engineer

2 reviews
Based in Los Angeles, Gerardo brings over eight years of expertise to the music world, specializing in a variety of genres from hip hop to house. His skills span tracking, mixing, mastering, and both vocal and song production. What makes Gerardo stand out is his personal touch in blending technology with the true essence of music, fostering genuine connections with artists and helping them bring their vision to life. His dedication and innovative approach have not only made him a respected name in music production but also a trusted partner to musicians looking to explore new sounds. As Gerardo continues to push the boundaries of his craft, his commitment to quality and creativity remains key to his professional identity.
Miles Trieger

Miles Trieger

Reboost Engineer

Eric Blair

Eric Blair

Advanced Engineer

7 reviews
Eric Blair is an LA based producer and engineer with over 9 years of experience. He graduated from the Musicians Institute with a degree in audio engineering and post production. He’s proficient across a number of DAW’s and is Avid and Logic certified.
Eric has worked with many genres in both a production and engineering capacity, but has had the most experience with pop, rap, r&b and EDM. He’s been fortunate to work on songs with people like: Travis Scott, YG, Wiz Khalifa, Schoolboy Q, Safaree, Philly Swain, Beezy, Georgia Reign, and Leon Thomas.
His goal in every session is to make sure that the artist’s vision can come to life exactly as they imagined it - and to find simple and unexpected ways to make it even better. The fluidity of his sessions make collaboration effortless and fun, while his attention to every small detail ensures that artists have the freedom and confidence to focus all their energy on what they do.
Gabriel Russell

Gabriel Russell

Advanced Engineer

9 reviews
The music producer and audio engineer GABE is from Arlington, Virginia, and works in the music production and audio engineering industries. He's always had a deep appreciation and enthusiasm for music, even as a child. When he graduated from Full Sail University with a degree in Audio Production, he moved to Atlanta, where he improved his craft and worked with artists like 2 Chainz, Rae Sremmurd, Omeretta, and many more. He now resides in Atlanta. He is now based in Los Angeles, where he encourages and inspires musicians of all genres to make music that will stand the test of time.
Michael Rivera

Michael Rivera

Reboost Engineer

2 reviews
Los Angeles-based audio engineer Mickael Rivera has built a reputation for delivering top-tier recording, mixing, and mastering services. With years of experience, Mickael has had the privilege of working with major artists, songwriters, and producers across various genres. His impressive credits include collaborations with Blueface, Kaidyn Alexis, DDG, Blxst, Drakeo, Mozzy, Kevin Gates, Omarion, Dani Leigh, Serayah, and more. Known for his precision and creativity, Mickael brings a unique touch to every project, helping artists refine their sound and achieve their vision.
James Berry

James Berry

Reboost Engineer

James Berry is a professional audio engineer, producer, mixer, and musician based in Los Angeles. He previously owned a studio in Chicago before moving to California to study at Studio West, where he graduated with honors, earning an Occupational Associate Degree in Recording Arts.
James gained experience at several San Diego studios, including Studio West and Signature Sound, and served as Chief Audio Engineer at Sonic-Rocket for over two years.
In 2022, he relocated to Los Angeles and began working in ADR dubbing for major platforms such as Disney+, Netflix, HBO, Hulu, and Amazon Prime. He also became active in the local music scene, contributing to projects at renowned studios like NRG Recording.
James’ work spans genres from pop punk to hip-hop to reggae and includes voiceover and audiobook productions. As a drummer, pianist, and vocalist, he brings strong musical intuition and a deep passion for artist development.

Main Genres: Pop, Rock (metal, punk rock etc), RnB, Hip-Hop, Rap, Trap, Soul, Country, Indie/Alternative, Reggae/Reggaeton, Audiobooks, Voiceover/Dubbing, ADR, EDM (house, trance, dubstep etc.
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