Darren Blondin
About Darren Blondin
Darren Blondin is a Lead Audio Designer with extensive experience in game audio. He has contributed to notable projects, including Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 and Call of Duty Infinite Warfare, and currently works at Raven Software.
Current Role at Raven Software
Darren Blondin serves as the Lead Audio Designer at Raven Software, a position he has held since 2008. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the audio design process for various gaming projects. His work involves integrating sound across multiple gaming platforms, including PC, Xbox One, and PS4. He focuses on researching new options for game audio features, tools, and techniques to enhance the overall sound design experience.
Previous Experience at Cyberlore Studios
Prior to his current role, Darren Blondin worked at Cyberlore Studios from 2004 to 2005. During his tenure, he held two positions: Sound Designer and Quality Assurance Lead. As a Sound Designer, he developed original sound designs for various game elements, including creatures, weapons, and vehicles. His contributions as Quality Assurance Lead supported the overall quality of audio in the studio's projects.
Education and Expertise in Sound Design
Darren Blondin studied at Goddard College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interactive Sound Design from 2006 to 2009. His education provided him with a strong foundation in sound design principles and practices. He has expertise in using various digital audio workstations, including Ableton Live, Max/MSP, Audition, and Wavelab, which he utilizes in his audio design work.
Achievements in Audio Production
Darren Blondin has received recognition for his contributions to audio production in the gaming industry. Notably, he contributed to the sound design of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, which received nominations for Audio Achievement from BAFTA, AIAS, GANG, and MPSE. Additionally, he was awarded the Outstanding Creative Achievement in Sound Production from TEC for his work on Call of Duty Infinite Warfare.