Nicholas Charuk

Producer - Engineer - Mixer

Selected Credits

Instagram

  • A woman with face painted to resemble a skull, holding a large deer skull with antlers over her head, against a dark background.

    Can't believe How much I like it, how good it sounds to my ears.

    Tiger Really - Mayfly Daydream

    (producer, engineer & mixer)

  • A person walking across a dark road at dusk or dawn, with three others standing further back near the side of the road, surrounded by trees.

    I give my highest recommendation, Nic is extremely patient and wants what you want in your music.

    Passion Mango - Clean Slate

    (producer, engineer & mixer)

  • Close-up of raindrops on a glass surface with reflections and blurred lights in the background at night.

    A lot of people tell me it's my best record/mix so far

    60 Juno - Nocturnal

    (mixer)

  • Three men standing in front of a colorful circus tent with the words "Winona Forever" on a banner above. They are wearing striped pants and colorful shirts, with a grassy field beneath them.

    Total pro!

    Winona Forever - Acrobat

    (mixer)

  • A pixelated image of a woman smiling and holding her hands close to her chest, with the word 'MOLLY' in red text in the top left corner.

    Best our band has never sounded!

    Slightest Clue - Molly EP

    (producer, engineer & mixer)

  • Illustration of people holding hands in a circle inside a fishbowl, framed by a barbed wire border. Text reads "Positive Feedback" and "Exit Strategy."

    Nic is an excellent engineer and producer and was tremendously helpful guiding our band in the studio, allowing us to be creative but also leading when we hit roadblocks

    The Exit Strategy - Positive Feedback

    (producer, engineer & mixer)

Two young men in a music studio. The one on the left with black hair, glasses, black shirt, and brown pants holds an electric guitar. The one on the right, with light brown hair, glasses, and a plaid shirt, is working on a computer with a keyboard and mouse. Behind them are several guitars on stands, music equipment, and soundproofing panels.

I approach production as a collaborative, artist first process, with a strong focus on capturing the intent, energy, and emotion behind a song rather than chasing technical perfection. I take an active role in shaping arrangements and helping songs reach a finished, confident place before entering the studio. I strive to keep sessions focused and creatively productive. Drawing on my experience as professional studio engineer, I aim to create a relaxed but purposeful atmosphere that encourages great performances, honest experimentation, and trust. My goal as a producer is always to elevate the song and the artist, using technology and technique as tools in service of the music, not as the point themselves.

Producer

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I work extensively as a freelance engineer across a range of professional studios, which has made me highly adaptable to different rooms, workflows, and creative approaches. I place a strong emphasis on preparation, reliability, and clear communication, making sure sessions run smoothly and efficiently regardless of the setting. Whether I’m tracking, editing, mixing or doing them all, my goal is to be technically consistent while staying flexible and responsive to the needs of the artist and producers. I focus on creating a calm, supportive environment in the studio, allowing the creative process to stay front and center while ensuring the technical side never becomes a barrier.

Engineer

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As a mixer, I’m focused on making songs feel finished and emotionally clear. My priority is always the song. Bringing out the performances, shaping the energy, and making sure every element supports the feeling the artist is trying to convey. I mix with intention, making musical choices that serve the record rather than over processing or chasing trends.

I work closely with artists to understand their vision and create mixes that feel natural, cohesive, and exciting to listen to. Whether a song needs power, space, or subtlety, my goal is to deliver a mix that translates the emotion of the performance and holds up over time, something that feels honest, compelling, and ready to be shared.

Mixer

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