About

Brian Kaurich

Production Sound Mixer based in Los Angeles. Two decades of capturing broadcast-quality audio from Detroit to Los Angeles.

Brian Kaurich on set

Brian Kaurich is a Production Sound Mixer with over 20 years of experience capturing clean, usable audio for film and television. From his roots in Detroit's independent film scene to working on major studio productions and hit TV series in Los Angeles, Brian has built a reputation for reliability, technical skill, and a calm presence on set.

His career spans every format: feature films, TV dramas, reality series, scripted comedies, Lifetime movies, and everything in between. He's mixed sound for productions on networks including Bravo, Netflix, Adult Swim, BET, FX, ABC, Lifetime, E!, MTV, TruTV, and more.

Whether it's a fast-turnaround TV movie, a procedural drama, or a multi-cam reality shoot, Brian brings the same approach: meticulous prep, clear communication with crew members, and an ear for every detail that makes the difference between a clean take and a retake.

Based In
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
20+ Years
Credits
120+
Career Highlights

Known For

Expertise

Skills & Equipment

End-to-end production sound experience, from on-set recording to post-production cleanup.

01 Production Sound Mixing Responsible for on-set audio: sound crew management, mic choice, levels, recording, and daily reports.
02 Boom Operation Precision boom technique for dialogue capture in scripted and unscripted environments.
03 Wireless Lavalier Systems Multi-channel wireless rigging and management for talent, with frequency coordination.
04 Equipment Operation Experienced with major systems including Sound Devices, Zaxcom, and Lectrosonics.
05 Music Playback On-set music cueing and playback for scenes requiring pre-recorded music.
06 Post-Production Sound ADR recording, sound editing, foley, and re-recording mixing experience.
Background

Affiliations & Training

Affiliations

  • IATSE Local 695 Member since 2011
  • Cinema Audio Society Member since 2016

Training

  • Safety Pass Program Certification Contract Services
  • Film Production Certification Motion Picture Institute
Career Path

Experience

Production Sound Mixer

Los Angeles, CA — 2010 – Present

Lead production sound mixer for a wide range of film and television projects in the Los Angeles market. Responsible for all aspects of on-set audio including equipment selection, mic placement, wireless frequency planning, recording, and daily sound reports.

  • 120+ credits across film, TV series, TV movies, and streaming
  • Worked with Bravo, Netflix, Adult Swim, BET, FX, ABC, Lifetime, E!, MTV, TruTV
  • Current: Audio Mixer on
    The Valley
    The Valley: Persian Style
  • Long-running roles on
    Vanderpump Rules
    The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
    The Real Housewives of Orange County

Sound Recordist / Location Assistant

Detroit, MI — 2004 – 2010

Started career in Detroit's independent film scene, working as a sound recordist and location assistant on features and short films.

  • Sound recordist on dozens of independent features and shorts
  • Location assistant on major studio films including
    Transformers
    Jumper
    Semi-Pro
    Killshot
  • Built foundational skills in both production sound and location management
Ready to Collaborate

Let's Talk Sound

Available for productions in Los Angeles and beyond.

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