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Ian Hargest, better known as “Arge”, is an award-winning sound designer and mixer with over 30 years of experience.

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From high-end commercials and cinematic trailers to distinctive channel branding, Arge is known for his perfectionism and attention to detail.

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He has collaborated with leading advertising agencies, broadcasters, and directors, consistently delivering finely crafted sound under intense pressure and tight deadlines.

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Working across TV, radio, cinema, Dolby Atmos, and immersive audio, he blends technical precision with creativity.

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His work has earned a wide array of sound design awards, including D&AD Pencils, Cannes Lions, British Arrows, Creative Circle, Kinsale Sharks, Promax, and Music+Sound Awards, as well as recognition from BAFTA and the Royal Television Society.