sound designer . musician . gamer . geek . isfp
About
Summary
Hi, I'm Ryan Jaeger; a Houston, TX based sound designer, specializing in audio for video games and interactive media.
My love for audio and video games over the years, has led me to pursue the craft of sound design. Ever since attending the first annual Austin Game Developers Conference in 2003, I have been working on various projects to hone my skills, and keep up with the industry along the way.
If you have a project that needs tackling, feel free to contact me by e-mail, and I will get back with you in a timely manner!
References
Bob Strenger (Lead Sound Designer at TimeGate Studios)It's hard to say enough good things about Ryan, but in the time he worked for me, he always took initiative and dug right into most technical issues and challenges without hesitation. He was also exceptional at imparting details that may demonstrate risk or complication. Ryan takes direction well and with a great attitude that made my job easier. In managing people, you look for the qualities Ryan posseses. To top it all off, he has a never-ending thirst for knowledge that will amaze. I highly recommend Ryan and hope to work together again in the future.
Quoted from Ryan's Linkedin.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did you first start making music/sounds?
I picked up my first instrument, the guitar, in 1995. I started designing sound effects in the digital domain in 2002, although I've been making sounds with my mouth ever since I was a child. =]
What game's sound has impressed you the most?
I would have to say Battlefield Bad Company 2, Elder Scrolls: Skyrim, and Company of Heroes, from an overall standpoint. (i.e. sound design, dynamic quality, and implementation)
What games are you currently playing?
Tribes: Ascend, Sins of a Solar Empire, Company of Heroes, Left 4 Dead 2, Day of Defeat: Source, Age of Chivalry, Battlefield Bad Company 2, and Minecraft.
What are your interests other than gaming?
Computers, Level Design, Web Design, CSG Based Modeling, Disc Golf, Epic Sci-fi Films, Fantasy Films, War Films, Geopolitics, and World Affairs.
What styles of music do you listen to?
Ambient, Experimental, Dream-Pop, Grindcore, Avant-garde, Electronic, Down-tempo, Death Metal, Lounge, Orchestral Film Music, Classic/Progressive Rock, Extreme Metal, etc.
Favorite musicians?
Mike Patton, Geordie Walker, Bjork, Peter Steele, Danny Elfman, Frank Zappa, Thom Yorke, Jeremy Soule, Richard D. James, Brian Eno, and Prince to name a few.
