David Johnston
Creative Director at Echoic Audio Limited- Claim this Profile
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Jordi Pagès
I had the great opportunity to collaborate with David and Echoic in a small piece and it was a great experience. Since the very first moment David was keen to the whole concept, really exited about it and receptive with any concept or idea I was throwing at him. As soon as I mentioned him to take some creative freedom he did his own interpretation of the brief and I have to say, the result was great! Collaborating with David was a great experience and I wish we can work together in the near future.
Lex Johnson
Both David and Tom from Echoic are more than capable of answering any brief i've given them. Their style is versatile and creative and my clients have loved their work. They are personable and professional when it comes to managing projects and i look forward working with them on more exciting projects in the future.
Suzanne Doyle
Dave is an excellent work colleague. He gets on with the job in hand and doesn't ever get caught up in any work politics. He is a vey talented individual both at work and outside in his personal life. He is a committed member of staff at work and has a great sense of humour. I would recommend Dave to work for any company as he gets on well with everyone, is talented and hardworking
Jordi Pagès
I had the great opportunity to collaborate with David and Echoic in a small piece and it was a great experience. Since the very first moment David was keen to the whole concept, really exited about it and receptive with any concept or idea I was throwing at him. As soon as I mentioned him to take some creative freedom he did his own interpretation of the brief and I have to say, the result was great! Collaborating with David was a great experience and I wish we can work together in the near future.
Lex Johnson
Both David and Tom from Echoic are more than capable of answering any brief i've given them. Their style is versatile and creative and my clients have loved their work. They are personable and professional when it comes to managing projects and i look forward working with them on more exciting projects in the future.
Suzanne Doyle
Dave is an excellent work colleague. He gets on with the job in hand and doesn't ever get caught up in any work politics. He is a vey talented individual both at work and outside in his personal life. He is a committed member of staff at work and has a great sense of humour. I would recommend Dave to work for any company as he gets on well with everyone, is talented and hardworking
Jordi Pagès
I had the great opportunity to collaborate with David and Echoic in a small piece and it was a great experience. Since the very first moment David was keen to the whole concept, really exited about it and receptive with any concept or idea I was throwing at him. As soon as I mentioned him to take some creative freedom he did his own interpretation of the brief and I have to say, the result was great! Collaborating with David was a great experience and I wish we can work together in the near future.
Lex Johnson
Both David and Tom from Echoic are more than capable of answering any brief i've given them. Their style is versatile and creative and my clients have loved their work. They are personable and professional when it comes to managing projects and i look forward working with them on more exciting projects in the future.
Suzanne Doyle
Dave is an excellent work colleague. He gets on with the job in hand and doesn't ever get caught up in any work politics. He is a vey talented individual both at work and outside in his personal life. He is a committed member of staff at work and has a great sense of humour. I would recommend Dave to work for any company as he gets on well with everyone, is talented and hardworking
Jordi Pagès
I had the great opportunity to collaborate with David and Echoic in a small piece and it was a great experience. Since the very first moment David was keen to the whole concept, really exited about it and receptive with any concept or idea I was throwing at him. As soon as I mentioned him to take some creative freedom he did his own interpretation of the brief and I have to say, the result was great! Collaborating with David was a great experience and I wish we can work together in the near future.
Lex Johnson
Both David and Tom from Echoic are more than capable of answering any brief i've given them. Their style is versatile and creative and my clients have loved their work. They are personable and professional when it comes to managing projects and i look forward working with them on more exciting projects in the future.
Suzanne Doyle
Dave is an excellent work colleague. He gets on with the job in hand and doesn't ever get caught up in any work politics. He is a vey talented individual both at work and outside in his personal life. He is a committed member of staff at work and has a great sense of humour. I would recommend Dave to work for any company as he gets on well with everyone, is talented and hardworking
Experience
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Creative Director
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Jul 2010 - Present
Partnered and successfully launched, directs, and promotes a bespoke music and design studio that creates music and sound design compositions used by many leading imaginative clients. Champions a pioneering approach to business that evokes physical reactions in people. Specializes in formulating sound and music for use in advertising, films, and art. Built and maintains a client list that includes some of the world’s leading-edge brands such as Nike, Adidas, Dyson, ITV, BBC, Mercedes, Hulu, Peugeot, Seat, Huawei, and more. Displays a deep passion for collaborating with clients to realize, meet, and exceed their creative vision. Carved out a niche that centers on partnering with artists on award-winning experimental films and a range of title sequences for OFFF Barcelona, Pause Fest, and others. Drove company strategy that resulted in numerous awards, including Best Composition at the Music+Sound Awards, Best Original music at Promax Global, Winner of Best Original Composition at the Motionographer awards, a two-time winner of Best Score at the Los Angeles Film Awards, and Best Score at RTS. Presented on varied work projects at events that include OFFF Barcelona, Playgrounds Festival, Thread, and See No Evil. Hosted lectures, including a storytelling course for Hyper Island students. Created a workshop that was inspiring for students and promoted interaction on a personal level. Enabled Echoic to be nominated for seven awards in the 2021 Music+Sound Awards across a wide range of music and sound design disciplines; collaborated with amazing studios and artists, including Jump Design & Direction, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Fire Without Smoke, and others. Served as a Finalist Judge at the 2020, 2021, and 2022 Motion Awards presented by Motionagrapher; joined an elite panel in identifying the best-of-the-best in varied video formats. Partnered with Hulu and won a 2022 Music & Sound Award for Best Original Composition in a TV Trailer or Promo. Show less
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Opposable Games
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United Kingdom
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder
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Dec 2011 - Jan 2015
As part of a team we launched a forward-thinking game development company. Opposable Games focused on seizing the potential associated with the second screen and other emerging technologies such as virtual reality. As part of a team we launched a forward-thinking game development company. Opposable Games focused on seizing the potential associated with the second screen and other emerging technologies such as virtual reality.
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Bauer Media
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Ireland
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Broadcast Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Kiss 101 Station Producer / Web Editor
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Nov 2005 - Dec 2010
Recruited to lead as a Station Producer and simultaneously charged with overseeing a wide variety of key projects, including creative advertisements, station imaging and branding initiatives, and show production. Fulfilled a role as the Station’s Web Editor; generated significant understanding of online strategies and processes in addition to deep acumen regarding HTML, CSS, WordPress, and design packages that included Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, and Final Cut Pro. Recruited to lead as a Station Producer and simultaneously charged with overseeing a wide variety of key projects, including creative advertisements, station imaging and branding initiatives, and show production. Fulfilled a role as the Station’s Web Editor; generated significant understanding of online strategies and processes in addition to deep acumen regarding HTML, CSS, WordPress, and design packages that included Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, and Final Cut Pro.
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Kingpin
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United Kingdom
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Promoter / DJ
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2002 - 2009
Met future Echoic Audio Partner, Tom Gilbert, during this endeavor. Promoted club nights as a local musician and DJ and showcased a wide variety of electronic music spanning varied genres to excited fan bases. Generated skill and understanding of social media, content marketing, and web design practices while engaging in extensive networking across Bristol. Built and sustained meaningful partnerships and relationships with DJs and musicians. Met future Echoic Audio Partner, Tom Gilbert, during this endeavor. Promoted club nights as a local musician and DJ and showcased a wide variety of electronic music spanning varied genres to excited fan bases. Generated skill and understanding of social media, content marketing, and web design practices while engaging in extensive networking across Bristol. Built and sustained meaningful partnerships and relationships with DJs and musicians.
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Mother
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Belgium
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Runner
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2002 - 2003
Gained significant insight and experience into the inner workings of the advertising world. Provided assistance on a variety of projects and supported senior leaders and teams in ensuring operational excellence. Gained significant insight and experience into the inner workings of the advertising world. Provided assistance on a variety of projects and supported senior leaders and teams in ensuring operational excellence.
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Education
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Bath Spa University
MA, Creative Music Technology -
University of Bristol
BS, Psychology
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