ODIN BENITEZ
🎧Hollywood Sound Design — 36+ years. Emmy winner. 5 MPSE Awards. I can help your stories come alive!
Supervising Sound Editor
Sound Designer
Dialog | ADR | Voice-over
Re-recording Mixer
Feature Credits
Award-winning sound for the big screen.
From animated fantasy to visceral realism, I’ve shaped the sound of major studio films across genres. Frozen, The Fighter, Togo, Greyhound — each project built on craft, emotion, and detail. I bring cinematic scale and intimacy to every frame.
Broadcast Credits
Broadcast storytelling with cinematic depth.
With shows like The Last of Us, Chief of War, Truth Be Told, The Night Of and Arcane, my broadcast work blends scale, nuance, and emotional clarity. I create immersive sound worlds that support character, suspense, and narrative flow.
Immersive / Interactive Credits
Sound that surrounds, responds, and transports.
I’ve helped build immersive sound experiences for Disney Imagineering, built interactive audio for Oculus Rift projects, and contributed to video game titles where sound is part of the play.
Whether it’s a physical attraction or a digital frontier, I shape sound that moves with you—and moves you.
Podcast | Audiobook Credits
Creative legacy through sound.
I was honored to collaborate with five-time Lakers champion Kobe Bryant and his company, Granity Studios, as supervising sound editor and re-recording mixer on all seasons of his podcast The Punies, and as re-recording mixer and editor for his audiobook The Wizenard.The Punies was a true radio play—an audio drama told through dialogue, sound effects, and music. The Wizenard presented its own unique challenge: unlike most audiobooks, it was fully scored, blending narration with a continuous musical backdrop.Working with Kobe was one of the highlights of my career. Together, we built soundscapes that brought his vision of imagination, mentorship, and inspiration to life.
Artificial Intelligence
🤖 Sound + AI
AI is changing the way we tell stories—and I’m embracing it. From dialog clean-up to voice recreation, AI tools have become an essential part of modern sound editorial. Platforms like Eleven Labs, dxRevive, and Adobe Podcast are redefining what’s possible—especially in documentary and indie workflows. I also collaborate with developers like Noctal to push the boundaries of sound design, making storytelling more efficient, cost-effective, and creatively flexible.
For me, AI isn’t a replacement—it’s an amplifier.
Mentorship | Adjunct Professor
One-on-one sound mentorship for filmmakers, editors, and storytellers.
Being an Adjunct Professor at USC’s School of Cinematic Arts, I have the honor of helping students shape their sound design and final mixes. I’ve also worked with emerging filmmakers through Film Independent's Project Involve and the Moving Picture Institute, helping bridge the gap between vision and execution.Whether you're refining your workflow or breaking into the industry, I offer mentorship rooted in real-world post—collaborative, focused, and always story-first.
About
Odin Benitez is an Emmy Award-winning supervising sound editor with over 36 years of experience in feature film, television, and immersive media and is a member of the Motion Picture Academy. His work spans major studio productions and streaming platforms, with credits including Frozen, Frozen II, The Fighter, Silver Linings Playbook, Greyhound, Togo, and HBO’s The Last of Us.A five-time MPSE Award winner, Odin brings both emotional precision and technical mastery to every project—from animated spectacle to grounded drama. He has led sound editorial teams for Apple TV+, Disney, and Showtime, and contributed to cutting-edge experiences for Disney Imagineering, Oculus Rift, and interactive games.His storytelling collaborations include working with Kobe Bryant and Granity Studios, where he served as supervising sound editor for The Punies podcast and re-recording mixer for the audiobook The Wizenard. Odin continues to shape soundscapes that move audiences—on screen, in headphones, and beyond.
Contact Me
Let’s connect.
For inquiries, bookings, or collaborations, drop me a line!
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