Jake Isard is a dedicated musician, sound designer, and educator. He is currently in pursuit of filmmaking, specifically sound in film. Since 2023 he has been an Australian Screen Sound Guild (ASSG) Member.

Jake Isard has consistently pursued a career in music, embarking on this path at the age of 13 with a dream to study at WAAPA. Graduating with a Bachelor's in Music, he engaged in both cover and original works alongside numerous musicians across Australia. Driven by a passion for his craft, Jake aspired to share his knowledge, leading him to teaching roles at various schools and academies throughout Perth.

Following his undergraduate studies, Jake's interest in recording music propelled him towards a Bachelor of Creative Media, culminating in a double major in Sound and Screen Production. This experience fueled his desire to expand his expertise in sound for screen, particularly in immersive and virtual technologies, prompting him to pursue postgraduate studies. Recently completing a Master's in Screen Studies at the WA Screen Academy, Jake earned the esteemed title of Sandbox Student of the Year and secured the position of post-production sound tutor at the WA Screen Academy. Concurrently, he undertook an internship at Soundbyte Studios, marking the initiation of his promising career in sound.

Jake's academic journey includes studying at WAAPA from 2014 to 2017, specializing in Contemporary Music. In 2016, driven by the desire to share his knowledge, he commenced his teaching career at Mega Music, subsequently expanding to institutions like West Coast Music and Forté Music.

Intrigued by music technology and recording, Jake pursued a Bachelor's at Murdoch University in Sound and Screen Production. Delving into live sound, studio sound recording, radio, sound for games, and sound for screen, he discovered a particular passion for sound in the cinematic realm. This curiosity led him to a research master's program, where he crafted live music mixes in virtual reality and large immersive surround sound formats, such as 7.1 and Dolby Atmos.

Acknowledging his contributions, Jake was honoured with the Student of the Year award, earning a three-month internship at Sandbox. Currently, he works at Sandbox Studios, balancing his responsibilities with a nomination for the ASSG Greg Bell Student Encouragement Award. Post-graduation, Jake resumed teaching contemporary techniques and technologies at the Academy.

Awards & Recognitions

Work History including Short Scripted Drama, Documentary, Television, Web Series and Client/Corporate projects.

  • 2023 to present: Sound Editor, Location Recordist at Sandbox Productions, Soundbyte Studios

    -Recording dialogue for TVC, client and corporate videos.

    -Editing dialogue, sound effects and music for long and short-form content.

    2023 to present: Post-Production Sound Mentor at Edith Cowan University, WA Screen Academy

    -Teach undergraduate and post-graduate students post-production sound editing, mixing, and recording.

    -Grading work and developing the skills of students to become industry-ready upon graduating.

    2023 to present: Technical Advisor at Edith Cowan University

    -Maintaining and overseeing the equipment used by media students at ECU.

    -Providing technical support to staff and students.

    -Teaching undergraduate students, the basics of sound technology and recording.

    -Supervise the safe use of equipment on ECU film sets.

  • 2023/24 - Joan: Sound Editor, Re-recording mixer

    2024 - Playtime: Sound Editor, Re-recording Mixer, ADR Recordist

    2023 - Y: Production Mixer, Sound Editor

    2023 - Raising Thunder: Sound Effects Editor

    2022 - Stuffed : Production Mixer, Sound Designer, Re-recording Mixer

    2022 - The Lavender: Production Mixer. Arrangement

    2022 - All is Well: Boom Operator, ADR Recordist

    2021 - Fine Bone China: Foley Artist. Re-recording Mixer

    2021 - Match Made: ADR Recordist, 5.1 Mixer

    2021 - Tent Girl: 5.1 Mixer

    2021 - Fading Numbers: 5.1 Mixer

    2021 - Castratrix: Sound Designer, Re-recording Mixer

    2020 - Karri: ADR Recordist. Re-recording Mixer

  • 2023 - Making Waves: Sound Effects Editor

    2023 - Dare to Dream: Production Mixer, Re-recording mixer

    2022 - School Makes Me: Production Mixer, Boom Operator, Re-recording mixer

    2022 - A Ride to Remember: Production Mixer, Boom Operator, VO Recordist, Re-recording Mixer

    2022 - Melody of Life: Production Mixer,Boom Operator, Re-recording Mixer

    2021 - Walk Run Strive: Re-recording Mixer

  • 2023/24 - Outback Opal Hunters: Dialogue Editor, Sound Effects Editor - S7 (3 episodes)

    2023/24 - Outback Crystal Hunters: Dialogue Editor -S1 (1 episode)

    2023 - Outback Farm: Studio Assistant -S1 (6 episodes)

    2023 - Outback Opal Hunters: Dialogue Editor

  • 2023 - Love Me Lex: ADR Recordist, Re-recording Mixer

    2022 - Who Killed Alex?: Sound Supervisor, Production Mixer, Boom Operator, Re-recording Mixer

    2021 - Rockin’ and Rollin’: Production Mixer, Boom Operator, Re-recording Mixer (3 episodes)

    2020 - Slippery Business:Boom Operator, Re-recording Mixer

  • 2023 - Chevron: Location Recordist

    2023 - United Nations: Sound Effect Editor, Foley Editor

    2023 - Lottery West: Loterée: Track Layer, Dialogue Editor

    2022 - Toyota : Location Recordist

    2022 - OEM Group: VO Recordist, Dialogue Editor

    2021 - Donor Mate: Production Mixer, Re-recording Mixer

    2021 - Constable Care: The Overshare: Production Mixer, Re-recording Mixer