Jake Davey

Co-founded Weforge Studio to develop Macabre, an immersive multiplayer sci-fi horror game built in Unreal Engine 5.

• Directed the game from concept to launch — 250K+ wishlists, 100K+ players
• Built and led a team of 30+ across internal and external collaborators
• Secured $500K USD in funding through pitching and investor relations
• Showcased Macabre at PC Gaming Show, SXSW Sydney, and Steam Next Fest (top demo, June 2025)
• Owned production pipelines, roadmaps, budgets, and sprint planning
• Managed external vendors and cross-functional collaboration

As the Audio Lead at Blowfish Studios in Sydney with a headcount of 100+ staff, I collaborate closely with other studio heads to oversee and manage internal and external teams, ensuring the successful delivery of a diverse range of Indie and AA titles. Notably, these titles include Phantom Galaxies, Shadowman: Darque Legacy, Anichess, Biospheres, Aradena, MotoGP Ignition, and The Red Village.

• Establishing an overall audio vision.
• Stakeholder management between disciplines (3D, Animation, UX/UI, Game Design, etc.).
• Managing the audio department and overseeing audio workflow and project timelines.
• Scoping and budget planning for 8+ titles.
• Audio implementation across both Unreal and Unity engines.
• Music direction.
• Ensuring audio quality control.
• Defining project tasks and maintaining documentation.
• Developing and maintaining the audio approach and strategy for each title.
• Implementing technical audio elements within Unreal Engine and Unity game engines.
• Defining game-specific audio behaviors, and planning systems.
• Filling pipeline gaps in sound design, composition, foley, or dialogue recording as needed.

Specialised in noise and vibration assessment for residential developments, high-rise construction/demolition, hospitals, and new builds. Conducted on-site measurements in existing dwellings and active construction sites, including controlled demolitions, monitoring environmental noise sources such as trains, traffic, and aircraft. Ran acoustic simulations to predict noise impacts for properties, informing mitigation strategies and compliance advice. Delivered acoustic assessment reports with recommendations for Development Application (DA) approvals, including guidance on windows, roofing, and glazing in compliance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), AS/NZS 2107, AS 3671, AS/NZS ISO 717, and NSW EPA noise guidelines.

• Conducted noise and vibration monitoring at hospitals, residential areas, and active construction sites, including high-rise construction and controlled demolitions.
• Measured environmental noise sources, including trains, traffic, and aircraft, impacting nearby residences.
• Ran acoustic simulations to predict noise impacts, informing compliance strategies and mitigation recommendations.
• Installed and positioned microphones and vibration sensors for DA approvals, including rooftop bars and urban developments.
• Produced reports and recommendations on acoustic treatments and building elements (windows, glazing, roofing) in line with Australian building codes and standards.
• Advised on compliance with NSW EPA guidelines, AS/NZS 2107, AS 3671, AS/NZS ISO 717, and other relevant standards.
• Collaborated with developers, architects, and engineers to integrate effective acoustic solutions into building design.

• Air New Zealand - A/V Tech Support
• Hipages - TVC Dialogue/ Sound recordist
• Red Line Productions, Old Fitz Theatre - TVC Dialogue / Sound Recordist
• Rare Cancers Australia - TVC Dialogue / Sound Recordist
• Australian Government Department of Health PSA - TVC Post production

Engaged to subcontract on an end-to-end design project led by Neo. I was responsible for the Audio branding for Ingogo a national transport and rideshare company, providing a functional auditory identity and strategy, implemented within a fleet of drivers through forming a memorable and recognisable sonic identity, tied together with the function of aiding drivers to complete tasks, by intuitively delivering crucial information and reinforcing visual notifications through sound.

• Operate production equipment for events, digital mixing consoles, lighting controllers, cameras and live streaming equipment.
• Facilitating the livestreaming and setup of studio console and live room for recording, Music, Foley, Dialogue, etc. for students and academics.
• Assisting students in signal processing, microphone technique and general audio engineering.
• Maintaining The Australian Institute of Music's recording studio's and production equipment.
• Provide technical support to faculty and students using production facilities such as theatres, recording studios, digital media labs and rehearsal rooms.
• Operate and perform network maintenance for AV-over-IP equipment including patching, IP assignment and switch configuration.
• Post production and delivery of captured performances.