We were lucky to catch up with Omisha Chaitanya recently and have shared our conversation below.

Omisha, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

Mastering Blue by Misuser felt like an important step in my professional career. I am forever grateful to Maria for taking a leap of faith in working with me.

Here was an artist, Misuser (formerly known as ksrmr), whose music I had admired from afar, whose live shows I had attended, and who chose to bring me into her creative circle as her resident mastering engineer. At the time, my mastering portfolio was much smaller than it is now—I had only mastered a few records before Blue and was eager to dive deeper into the craft. The confidence I’ve built since then is largely thanks to the trust Maria, and other artists like her, placed in me.

For the past three years, I’ve had the honor of mastering all of Misuser’s projects. Not only was Maria’s initial trust deeply meaningful, but the longevity of our creative relationship is something I truly cherish and take pride in.

So much of sound design and engineering can happen separately from the musical artist, depending on how involved they wish to be. However, I believe the reason my creative connections endure is that I encourage artists to explore unfamiliar territories by involving them in my production, mixing, and mastering processes. That involvement is empowering—for both them and me.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

For as long as I can remember (read: age 8), music has been my passion and the career I’ve wanted to pursue. With music being such an expansive art form, this journey has become one of self-discovery—an exploration of the specific avenues within music-making where I truly belong. I grew up singing, playing guitar and piano, and performing covers of my favorite songs. Eventually, I began writing original songs inspired by my life and emotions. Not long after, I wanted to record those songs, which set me on the path to where I am today.

From starting out on GarageBand to now working as an Avid Pro Tools Operator in a recording studio—while sound designing and producing in Logic Pro X and Ableton Live, and mastering with tools like iZotope RX and Steinberg WaveLab for clients—this evolution has been as much about honing technical expertise as it has been about finding my voice and identity within the music industry.

Today, I offer a range of professional services, including sound design, music production, audio repair and mastering, and engineering for artists across genres. I specialize in crafting polished, emotionally resonant final products that honor an artist’s vision while ensuring their music stands out sonically. Whether it’s developing punchy drum sequences in a production, enhancing clarity and impact during mastering, or creating immersive soundscapes that elevate storytelling, my goal is to help clients bring their creative ideas to life with precision and heart.

What sets me apart is my dual focus on artistry and collaboration. I deliver high-quality technical results while fostering a creative partnership with my clients. I strive to demystify the technical process, encouraging clients to actively engage in the post-production journey. Collaboration also means maintaining clear communication and welcoming critical feedback to serve the larger purpose of the project. By combining transparency with open dialogue, I create an empowering environment where the best possible music can take shape.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

‘ve always said that my ultimate goal is to keep my heart soft.

This means staying vulnerable, open, and deeply attuned to the emotions that inspired us to turn to music in the first place as a way to express ourselves. It’s about holding onto the wonder and sensitivity of experiencing a chord progression that tugs at your heart and inspires you to write lyrics, or a bass line that fills your chest with warmth. In an industry that often emphasizes fame, perfection, or fortune, I strive to remain grounded in my connection to my inner child and remember the humanity in this universal experience of turning to music for solace.

This softness allows me to approach every project with empathetic care, treating each song as a reflection of someone’s story, pain, joy, or dreams. It means listening intently to understand—not just the music, but the person behind it—and ensuring they feel safe enough to take creative risks. Whether I’m building an arrangement or polishing a master, my goal is always to protect the heart of the record and let it shine.

As I’ve developed my skills and continued to move deeper into the industry, I’ve noticed how society constantly tries to quantify legitimacy. There’s this idea that, to be a “legitimate” engineer, I need the best, most expensive gear, or that to be a “legitimate” artist, I must have the perfect brand and marketing, tailoring my sound to fit popular trends and achieve ideal streaming numbers. These pressures to conform are what harden the heart.

When I study music history—the stories behind the birth of my favorite genres and the beginnings of my favorite artists—I’m reminded that it never mattered if there was limited access to equipment or if the mixes weren’t technically perfect. What mattered was that the art they created resonated. That’s a timeless truth to me.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

To spend every day actualizing a dream—that, in itself, is my proudest achievement. When it’s all said and done, I’m most proud of living a life dedicated to contributing to the arts and culture every single day.

The process of creating—whether through music, production, or sound design—is an ongoing journey of self-exploration, a way to push boundaries and discover new facets of myself. There’s something profoundly fulfilling about transforming an abstract idea or emotion into something tangible.

In the end, it’s not about fame, recognition, or material success. It’s about knowing that, through my art, I’ve contributed to something larger than myself: the artistic continuum of music-making.

Contact Info:

• Website: http://omishachaitanya.com
• Instagram: http://instagram.com/omi_cha/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omisha-chaitanya/

Image Credits

1. Ryan Nava, 2. Liam Read, 3. Ryan Nava, 4. The Dead Friends Club, 5. Aaron Myles Pereira, and 6. Dani Murcia