Synthesis 101: Making Sound Design Accessible
Taking ownership of a staff-requested synthesis workshop—from approachable instruction to an original video and soundtrack.
Overview
When colleagues requested a session on synthesis, I took ownership of the learning experience: defining an approachable introduction to the fundamentals, building the training, and producing an engaging companion video. I also composed the original music. The project demonstrates hands-on leadership through initiative, creative direction, and end-to-end execution—not a formal management title.
Problem or opportunity
Synthesis can feel intimidating to newcomers. The challenge was to translate a technical subject into a clear, enjoyable introduction for colleagues with different levels of audio experience.
Objectives
- Introduce foundational synthesis concepts without assuming prior experience
- Make technical learning accessible and engaging
- Create an original, cohesive training video
Audience
Internal staff
Teaching method
Staff-driven learning need, accessible instructional design, and end-to-end multimedia production.
What I did
- Owned the training concept and shaped the requested topic into a fundamentals-focused session
- Designed and delivered accessible instruction on synthesis basics
- Led the creative approach to make the material engaging rather than overly technical
- Produced and edited the accompanying video
- Composed original music for the production
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Deliverables
- Synthesis fundamentals employee development session
- Produced and edited training video
- Original musical composition
Results
Delivered a staff-requested professional learning experience and its supporting original video. Participation and learning outcomes have not been quantified.