Nikola Lukić
Senior Technical Sound Designer at EA DICE
December 8, 2024 | 12:00 – 13:30 | online
Nikola Lukić is a Senior Technical Sound Designer at EA DICE, working on internationally recognized video game titles.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, he spoke about building and sustaining an international career in technical sound design. His lecture addressed the intersection of sound design, implementation and technology, as well as the skills required to work in large, multidisciplinary development teams. Nikola shared insights into career development, industry expectations and the realities of working in global game studios.
His talk provided valuable guidance for sound designers interested in interactive media and long-term professional growth in the video game industry.
Tarn Willers
Academy Award winner in Best Sound category for “The Zone of Interest”
December 8, 2024 | 14:00 – 16:00 | on-site
Tarn Willers is a production sound mixer and Academy Award winner, recognized for his work on “The Zone of Interest”, which received the Academy Award in the Best Sound category, along with his colleague Johnnie Burn.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, Tarn spoke about the specific challenges of recording sound on set for a highly controlled and conceptually demanding film. His lecture focused on production sound workflows, collaboration with the director and post-production team and the creative implications of technical decisions made during shooting. Drawing on real examples from the film, Tarn provided insight into how sound can shape narrative, atmosphere and audience perception.
His session offered rare first-hand perspective on working at the highest level of contemporary film production sound.
Janez Križaj
Music Producer, Mixer and Mastering Engineer, bass player of the former band “Videosex”
December 8, 2024 | 17:00 – 18:30 | on-site
Janez Križaj is a music producer, mixer and mastering engineer, as well as the former bassist of the influential band Videosex.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, he addressed the concept of listening as a fundamental skill for anyone working with sound. Rather than focusing on tools or technology, Janez explored how critical listening shapes artistic judgment, production decisions and long-term creative development. Through examples drawn from decades of professional experience, he emphasized the importance of attention, context and cultural awareness in audio work.
His lecture encouraged participants to rethink listening as an active, trainable practice that underpins all forms of sound creation and manipulation.
Zdravko Maljković
Head of the Music Recording and Broadcasting Department Field Group at Radio Belgrade
December 8, 2024 | 19:00 – 21:30 | on-site
Zdravko Maljković is the Head of the Music Recording and Broadcasting Department Field Group at Radio Belgrade.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, he focused on the challenges of recording and broadcasting sound from sports venues and large public events.
His lecture covered mobile recording setups, signal reliability, coordination with broadcast teams and adapting to unpredictable conditions in live environments. By sharing practical experiences from field work, Zdravko offered attendees a realistic view of audio production under pressure, where technical preparation and fast decision-making are crucial.
His session was especially relevant for engineers involved in broadcast, live transmission and large-scale outdoor productions.
Dragan Stevanović – Bagzi
Head of Audio at Atelje 212 in Belgrade, Serbia
December 9, 2024 | 12:00 – 13:30 | on-site
Dragan Stevanović, widely known as Bagzi, is the Head of Audio at Atelje 212 in Belgrade and an experienced theater sound designer.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, he discussed sound design for theater productions, with a particular focus on practical workflows and the use of QLab software. His presentation covered the relationship between sound, space, and performance, as well as the technical and creative demands of live theatrical environments. Drawing from real productions, Bagzi highlighted how sound design supports storytelling and interacts with directors, actors and stage technicians.
His talk provided valuable insight into the specific challenges and rewards of working with sound in live performance contexts.
Milica Ševarlić and Katarina Kolar
Belgrade Youth Center’s PR Manager and Live Sound Engineer, respectively
December 9, 2024 | 14:00 – 15:30 | on-site
Milica Ševarlić, PR Manager and Katarina Kolar, Live Sound Engineer at the Belgrade Youth Center, jointly presented a session on the technical and organizational challenges of producing concerts in public cultural institutions.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, they discussed workflows related to event production, communication between departments and the specific demands of large-scale events such as the Belgrade Jazz Festival.
Their presentation offered a dual perspective, combining organizational strategy with hands-on technical experience and highlighted the importance of coordination, planning and adaptability in delivering successful live music events
Ivan Brusić
Chief Sound Engineer at the Terazije Theater at the time
December 9, 2024 | 19:15 – 20:30 | online
At the time of Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, Ivan Brusić was the Head of Audio at the Terazije Theatre and an experienced live sound engineer.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, he led an extensive multi-hour live sound workshop focused on real-world concert preparation and execution, along with the Sloba Dragović Quintet featuring Ksenija Kuljača. The workshop covered band setup, soundcheck procedures and problem-solving during live performance conditions. By working directly with musicians on stage, Ivan demonstrated practical techniques and decision-making processes essential to live sound engineering.
His session provided attendees with a rare opportunity to observe and understand live sound work in a realistic, performance-based context!
Sloba Dragović Quintet feat. Ksenija Kuljača
Live Concert and Workshop
December 9, 2024 | 20:30 – 21:30 | on-site
The Sloba Dragović Quintet, joined by singer-songwriter Ksenija Kuljača, took part in Audio Forum Belgrade 2024 as both workshop collaborators and performers.
Their participation culminated in a live concert that concluded the conference. Through rehearsal, soundcheck and performance, the ensemble provided a practical framework for exploring live sound engineering concepts in real time. The concert showcased original material and demonstrated the direct connection between technical preparation and artistic expression.
Their involvement bridged education and performance, offering attendees a complete view of the live sound process from setup to final execution.
Nikola Živojinović
Senior Mix Tech at Molinare London
December 8, 2024 | 16:00 – 17:00 | on-site
Nikola Živojinović is a Senior Mix Technician at Molinare in London, working at the Jack Cardiff Dolby Atmos mixing stage.
At Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, he presented a Dolby Atmos showcase focused on real-world immersive audio workflows in contemporary post-production. Drawing on his experience configuring and supporting complex Atmos, 7.1, and 5.1 multi-rig mixes, Nikola discussed the technical and organizational aspects of operating high-end mixing stages.
His recent work includes re-recording mixer credits on Her Name Was Moviola, Desperate Journey, Deep Cover, 213 Bones and Layla, as well as senior mix technician credits on major international productions such as The Amateur, Paddington in Peru, Nosferatu, Nimona, Damsel and The Family Plan.
His presentation offered practical insight into the demands of immersive sound mixing in large-scale film and television production environments.
Student radio piece and live sound art performances showcase
A whole slot dedicated to student projects
December 8 and 9, 2024 | 11:00 – 11:30 | on-site
Student works have become an integral part of the Audio Forum program, providing space for emerging authors to present their ideas, experiments, and approaches to working with sound.
This section highlights student projects showcased during Audio Forum Belgrade 2024, including experimental radio pieces and live sound art performances. Through these works, students explore sound as a narrative, conceptual, and performative medium, engaging with both technical and artistic aspects of audio creation. The student program offers insight into contemporary approaches to sound within academic and experimental contexts, while giving participants the opportunity to present their work in front of a professional audience.
The projects listed below were presented in the following order during the conference.
Student Experimental Radio Pieces
(December 8, 2024)
“Stanje svesti nacije” – Luka Lukić
“Žrtva istosti” – Mitar Karadeglić
“Brodolom.exe” – Luka Latiničić
Student Sound Art Performances
(December 9, 2024)
“Žmurke” – Luka Cvetko
“Prisutnost” – Aleksa Nikolić
“Snaga” – Sava Milivojević