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The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 18h

seeking new and exciting games to help bring to life. My passion lies in pushing the boundaries of sound through experimentation, custom recordings, and a deep love for the craft.

I'm comfortable and have experience with tools like Reaper, Pro Tools, Wwise, FMOD, Unreal, and Unity. [5/6]

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 18h

crafting audio that leaves players excited and smiling. Collaboration is one of my favorite aspects of the job. I enjoy working with developers, artists, or other audio professionals, I thrive in team environments. I’m happiest when working on a project I truly believe in, and I’m always [4/6]

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 18h

I love the creative range and impact sound design can have on the artistic vision, whether through expressive, exaggerated, and dynamic effects, or calm, natural foley work. I believe sound is essential to shaping environments and enhancing overall enjoyment, and I get great satisfaction [3/6]

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 18h

and atmospheric audio that bring game worlds to life.

Growing up between two major cities and the Pine Barrens, I was constantly surrounded by diverse sounds and ambient environments. I’ve always appreciated how sound influences surroundings and shapes the spaces we experience. [2/6]

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 18h

Meet our next GADA #GameSoundCon scholar! 🔊 #GameAudio
Hi, I’m Dayton Tenn, a sound designer crafting engaging and immersive audio for games and interactive media since 2023, with a degree in Recording Arts from Full Sail University. I specialize in creating dynamic soundscapes, punchy effects,[1/6]

Portrait of Dayton Tenn, a sound designer crafting engaging and immersive audio for games and interactive media, with audio equipment.

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 3d

Meet Susan at GSC and online here: [3/3]
🌐 xmzhong0v0.com
💼 www.linkedin.com/in/xiaomeng-...
#SoundDesign

Susan's Sonic Space

Xiaomeng Zhong (Susan)

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The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 3d

creating interactive sound art in game engines like Unreal and Unity. She studied Electronic Production and Design with a focus in game audio at Berklee College of Music, and is currently pursuing a masters in Media Arts and Technology at UC Santa Barbara while working at Invisible Artforms.
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Susan's Sonic Space

Xiaomeng Zhong (Susan)

xmzhong0v0.com

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 3d

Introducing GADA #GameSoundCon scholar Xiaomeng (Susan) Zhong! 🎧

Susan Zhong is a sound designer and audio artist with a passion for creating immersive experiences in games and multimedia. Her experience includes designing custom sound effects, audio implementation, foley, and [1/3]
#GameAudio

Portrait of Susan Zhong, a sound designer and audio artist, standing in front of water.

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The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 6d

nd I will be graduating this December. [3/3]

Meet Daniel at GSC and online here:
💼 www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-yu...
🌐 danielyu.dev

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 6d

in Computer Science at the University of Southern California. I love working with Unity, Unreal, Wwise, and Reaper, and as a student at USC, I've gotten the opportunity to collaborate on various student games as a technical sound designer. I'm currently in my last semester at USC, [2/3]

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 6d

Meet our next #GameSoundCon 2025 scholar: Daniel Yu! 🖥️
I'm Daniel Yu, and I am a technical sound designer residing in Los Angeles with a passion for developing audio systems and tools. I am currently working towards a joint Bachelor's in Computer Science Games and Master's [1/3]
#GameAudio

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The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 8d

for the Game Audio Network Guild, where she first got her start as GANG’s inaugural intern. She is especially passionate about the craft of dialogue for games and the ways they bring an immersive world to life.[3/3]
Meet Britney:
💼 www.linkedin.com/in/britney-d...
🌐 www.britneydawndo.com
#GameAudio

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 8d

where she deepened her passion for game dialogue. She also works as an Assistant Orchestrator with NovoMusic, contributing to projects including One Piece (live action, Season 2), Netflix’s Black Rabbit, and Red Sonja. Beyond her creative work, Britney serves as Communications Coordinator [2/3]

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The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 8d

Introducing our #GameSoundCon scholars, starting with Britney Do! 🎙️

Britney Dawn Do is a student at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Technology and Applied Composition. In the summer of 2025, she joined Insomniac Games as a Dialogue Intern on Wolverine, [1/3]

Portrait of Britney Dawn Do, a student at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Technology and Applied Composition

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 10d

🗣️ See you tonight at 6 PM PT for GADA's Town Hall Stream! Hear about what we do as a nonprofit dedicated to making #GameAudio a more diverse and inclusive industry, and learn how you can support us and our scholars!
Youtube stream: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lH-h...

Graphic for GADA Town Hall Meeting - 29 September, 2025 6 PM PST

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The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 16d

In town for #GameSoundCon in Burbank next month? Mark your calendars for the GADA x The Female Composer Safety League Game Night Fundraiser the night before the conference starts! #GSC 🔉

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 20d

Exciting news! 🎉 Join us the night before GameSoundCon for a family-friendly event celebrating diversity in #gameaudio. All proceeds support creating an inclusive #gameaudio community. 🚀 Tickets coming soon—stay tuned! Everyone's invited! 🌟 #GameSoundCon #GADA #FCSL #GameAudio
#FamilyEvent

The Game Audio Diversity Alliance @gameaudiodiversity.bsky.social · 20d

Exciting news! 🎉 Join us the night before GameSoundCon for a family-friendly event celebrating diversity in #gameaudio. All proceeds support creating an inclusive #gameaudio community. 🚀 Tickets coming soon—stay tuned! Everyone's invited! 🌟 #GameSoundCon #GADA #FCSL #GameAudio
#FamilyEvent