Conversations with Bailey Klinedinst

Today we’d like to introduce you to Bailey Klinedinst.

Hi Bailey, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Hello everyone! My name is Bailey Klinedinst and I am a sound designer with areas of interest in music, sound art, film, and animation!

I started out playing guitar on my own when I was younger. I was really into classic rock and grunge at the time, so I spent most of my summers just listening to music and teaching myself. Eventually I began playing percussion and bass in my high school’s music department, and after graduating I enrolled in the music program at Lebanon Valley College in Annville, PA. At LVC I majored in Audio and Music Production with a minor in Music Business and electric bass as my instrument of focus. During my time there I took a few electives in sound design and sound for film and it completely changed my perspective on sound and what I could do with it is a creative. So after completing my bachelor’s degree I enrolled at the Savannah College of Art and Design for my graduate degree where I am currently studying Sound Design.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
I wouldn’t say it was a smooth road. But honestly I don’t think I would have had it any other way. The struggles that we go through challenge us to grow as people, and through this growth and experience we are able to create art that we wouldn’t have been able to otherwise. Personally, my biggest enemy is time. It’s no secret that starting out in a creative career isn’t the most lucrative right out of the gate. So the name of the game then becomes taking a day job to make ends meet and using the remainder of your time to develop your craft, and maybe find some time for some sleep as well.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I specialize in music production, sound art, and film sound. Right now I have been doing the bulk of my work in film sound, which is probably what I am most known for. I am most proud of my recent certification in Dolby Atmos Surround Sound. This knowledge allows me to create in a much wider range of formats than what I was previously capable of.

I think my versatility sets me apart from others. I’m always trying to think outside of the box and use my entire toolkit of knowledge. Like when I am doing sound design work on a film, I sometimes listen to what the composer is doing and try to complement what they’re doing. Overall I feel my range of disciplines and studies allows me to create things that I wouldn’t have been able to earlier in my career.

How do you define success?
I think everyone has their own way of defining success, but for me I’d say success is more about meaningful progress over time rather than one destination. To me it’s always about little things and the next success, and pushing myself to see how far I’m able to go. So I think it’s important to give yourself credit for how far you’ve come and where you’re headed.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/baileyklinedinst
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b_klinedinst