Sabian Hibbs

Holding a Masters degree in Audio Engineering, I am an experienced academic and software developer with a strong background in audio electronics and mathematics. In my role as an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Derby, I collaborated with senior lecturers to teach undergraduate courses and provided individualized support to students, promoting an engaging and successful learning environment.

Currently, I am associated with ThinkSpace Education Ltd, serving as a Game Audio Course Coordinator. Here, I develop and deliver comprehensive course material for master's students using top industry tools like Unity, Unreal Engine 4, and Wwise. Alongside this, I am also a Software Tool Developer, where I create various program solutions to enhance business productivity. My portfolio of in-house software includes automated batch video processors, audio speaker diarization tools, and novel audio compressors, among others.

Before this, I contributed as an Audio Rigger at Frontier Developments PLC, where I gained significant experience in optimizing game components across multiple platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, and Win x64. This role enriched my skills in Quality Assurance (QA), crucial for testing and refining features for a smooth gaming experience.

Besides, I have a strong programming background with notable experience in creating VST3 DSP plugins for audio workstations using C++. Additionally, my research work in audio compression, especially the binauralization of 3rd order ambisonic audio, exemplifies my continued commitment to innovation and learning in this field.

Overall, my unique blend of academic and professional experience, along with my strong technical acumen, equips me well to deliver high-quality tutoring, continually integrating the most current industry standards into the teaching curriculum.