Ted Kocher
Creative Audio Systems Architect | 17+ Years at PlayStation (Music Design) | AI Music Strategy & R&D | Educator (SUU/NMC)
- Role
- Music Supervisor at Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Location
- Traverse City, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ted Kocher
I am a Music Designer who speaks the language of both the Composer and the Engineer, bridging the gap to create audio experiences that feel alive, whether in the heat of combat or the quiet of exploration.For nearly 18 years, as part of an industry-leading music team at Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation), I\'ve been deeply involved in crafting the musical identity of top-tier interactive entertainment experiences. As a Music Designer and Composer, my passion lies in leveraging nonlinear music design and cutting-edge audio techniques to enhance player immersion.My portfolio includes music design and contributions to celebrated titles such as The Last of Us Part II, Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yotei, Concord, Journey, Uncharted 4: A Thief\'s End, Call of Duty: Vanguard, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, and Marvel\'s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. My expertise spans the entire music pipeline – from initial supervision and bespoke composition (including composing the PlayStation Originals logo) to detailed production, cinematic editing, and implementing interactive music systems.Key Skills & Game Music Supervision & ProductionInteractive & Nonlinear Music System DesignOriginal Composition for Games, Marketing & Media (Clients incl. PlayStation, MGM, NBC)Cinematic Music Editing & ImplementationCustom Sample Instrument CreationCross-functional Collaboration & Team LeadershipBeyond my core work in game audio, I am dedicated to mentoring emerging talent through teaching Audio and Music for Interactive Entertainment. Based in Traverse City, Michigan, I enjoy playing the Hammond organ in my free time.Explore more at:
Experience
Music Supervisor
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Jun 2022 — Present · CA, US
Education
Southern Utah University
Masters of Music Technology , Music Technology
2017 — 2018
DePaul University
Jazz Studies
2001 — 2005
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Trumpet Performance
2008
Duquesne University
Bachelor's Degree, Music Performance
2008 — 2009
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