PSYCHOLOGY-DRIVEN SOUND DESIGN

I create tailored sounds for small to mid-sized indie studios that predictably shape players' behavior using psychology.

About (Abridged)

I've known games are a great way to change people's attitudes and get catharsis since playing Dark Souls and Disco Elysium. This is why I design sounds for indie games with strong narratives and gameplay. I got a B.A. in psychology then studied it even more while I taught myself sound design to understand how to shape players' experiences with sound.

I love recording my own tactile sounds and implementing them, which is part of my system for creating a cohesive, satisfying soundscape. My process is outlined in my talks and part of my work on award-winning Airborne Empire, Twinkleby, Tearoom of Terror, and Letterhead. Outside of games, I co-run Seattle Game Audio, play tennis, read, and fight for nature.

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Testimonials

Fred Gareau, Co-Founder

of The Wandering Band

"As Audio Director, Sabrina brought the quality of Airborne Empire’s sound design to a level we were previously lacking. She found different areas of the game that would benefit considerably from unique sounds that she then produced with great attention to detail. Those sounds added depth and character to our virtual world which helped us establish Airborne Empire’s personality."

Daniel Chipman, Founder of Sun Lion Games

"Sabrina is one of the most organized and professional freelancers I've ever worked with. She not only showed an impressive amount of care in how she conducted business, but also took a holistic approach to her craft to make sure there was a clear vision for the audio design for Lichgate. The planning and breakdowns she provided were top-notch and really stood out."

"Sabrina was a really great help getting Twinkleby over the finishing line. She's a really great combination of creative, technical, and proactive that made it really easy to give her areas of ownership without any worries. I genuinely recommend Sabrina for any project that requires care and attention to audio. You will be in great hands."

Ryan Sim, Technical Audio Supervisor at Warner Bros.

Derrick Reyes, Studio Director of Game Audio Forge

"Sabrina is a great sound designer with a love for the craft and a lot of versatility in her toolkit. She is a fast learner, responsive to feedback, and produces assets with impressive speed. Sabrina would be a strong addition to any audio team."

Frank Pleece, Audio Lead of Molinare

"Sabrina was able to deliver great quality sounds in a timely manner that were to an incredibly high standard. She was professional, communicative, and willing to go above and beyond to ensure that the end product was just what we needed."

David Zack, Lead Developer of Letterhead 1 & 2

"After adding Sabrina's sound design to Letterhead, the game truly began to come together. Her calming, zen-like sounds perfectly underscored the relaxing play experience I had long been seeking to cultivate."