Terry G. Fairfield
Montreal,QC
Summary
I am an experienced, motivated and results oriented leader, I possess fifteen plus years working knowledge of AAA game development. I feel that my strong technical, combined with a strong work ethic and creativity would make me excellent fit to a team within the realm of world class game experiences.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Audio Designer
Cloud Chamber - 2K
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Mentored junior audio designers, fostering professional growth and development.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in the studio environment.
- Established effective communication channels between cross-functional teams, resulting in streamlined project coordination efforts.
- Collaborated with production teams to create immersive audio experiences for clients.
- Developed custom soundscapes, elevating overall project aesthetics and appeal.
- Provided constructive feedback during team meetings, promoting an atmosphere of collaboration and innovation.
- Maintained organized databases of sound libraries, facilitating quick access to required resources during project development stages.
Senior Audio Designer
Relic Entertainment
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Company of Heroes 3 - Dialogue Lead
- Age of Empires IV - Senior Sound Designer
Senior Audio Designer
Electronic Arts Motive / Bioware / Black Box /EAC
01.2005 - 04.2018
• Star Wars Battlefront 2 – Senior Sound Designer
• Mass Effect Andromeda – Senior Sound Designer
• Dragon Age Inquisition – Senior Sound Designer
• Mass Effect 3 - Sound Designer
• Dragon Age 2 - Sound Designer
• Mass Effect 2 - Sound Designer
• Dragon Age Awakening DLC - Sound Designer
• Skate / Skate 2 / Skate 3 – Dialogue Lead
Other titles -Skate It, NFS Undercover , NFS Carbon, Burnout Paradise , Fifa, Fifa Street, Champions League, Marvel Nemesis PSP.
Education
Master Diploma -
The Art Institute of Vancouver
01.2004
Broadcasting Diploma - undefined
Mount Royal College
01.2000
Skills
- Audio system design and content creation/implementation
- Speech casting, directing, recording and system design and implementation for nonlinear, interactive speech systems
- Intuitive in the development of processes and applications to streamline asset development and integration
- Implementation within Wwise, FMOD, Unreal and proprietary tools
- Strong work ethic and high standards of quality
- Manage external contractors to ensure quality deliveries
- Brand Identity
- Mixing
- Design and implementation of interactive music systems while directing and managing composers
- Cinematic editing, mixing and implementation
- Independent, organized and personable leadership
- Excellent team worker who is quick to learn and adapt to new challenges
- Problem Solving
- Creature design and implementation
- Proficient in several sound design and editing software tools
- Field recording
- Strong understanding of digital and analog sound theory
- Organize and execute large scale recording sessions from conception to library implementation
- Company Objectives
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Hobbies and Interests
Modular synth enthusiast, musician, videogames, audio engineering, recording techniques, hiking, environmental issues, pets, snowboarding, skateboarding, art, movies.
Awards and Recognitions
MPSE Golden Reel - Outstanding Achievement in Sound Editing – Computer Interactive Game Play (2017) Star Wars Battlefront 2 (2017)
Multiple Game of the Year awards (2014) Dragon Age: Inquisition
Highest Rated Metacritic Game (2012) Mass Effect 3
Xbox 360 Game of the Year (2010) Mass Effect 2.
ELAN (2008) SKATE Best Sound Design in Video Gaming.
Spike TV Video Game Awards (2008) SKATE Best Individual Sports Game.
IGN Best Sports Game (2008) SKATE Best Individual Sports Game.
(Nominated) BAFTA (2008) SKATE Best Use of Audio in a Game.
Timeline
Lead Audio Designer
Cloud Chamber - 2K
06.2021 - 08.2025
Senior Audio Designer
Relic Entertainment
01.2018 - 05.2021
Senior Audio Designer
Electronic Arts Motive / Bioware / Black Box /EAC
01.2005 - 04.2018
Broadcasting Diploma - undefined
Mount Royal College
Master Diploma -
The Art Institute of Vancouver
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