About

Melle Posthuma de Boer (Amsterdam, 1999) is a Dutch sound designer, re-recording mixer and composer with a deep passion for film sound and music. He specializes in creating immersive sound for film and television. Blending technical skills with artistic sensitivity to enhance all kinds of storytelling. His work is defined by precision, creativity, and a genuine love for creating compelling, cinematic sound on a very personal level, that elevate every project he touches.

Over the past several years, Melle has worked extensively on international short films, feature films, television, podcasts, theater and museum exhibitions. Taking on roles as sound designer, re-recording mixer, FX-editor, dialogue editor, foley artist and composer. He crafts detailed soundscapes, from the most subtle atmospheres to the boldest choices. Always dedicated to crafting sound that draws the audience deeper into the narrative. On every project he works in the most personal way possible; using many of his own recordings and sounds coming from his extensive personal sound library.

In addition, he co-produced and co-hosted his own podcast, Dutch Angle, where he explores the art of Dutch film making, interviewing esteblished film makers. In 2025 Melle became board member of the DFSA (Dutch Film Sound Association).

Academic background

Melle began his studies at the Herman Brood Academie, where he discovered his love for film music, and further developed his skills at HKU (Utrecht University of the Arts), studying Composition for the Media and Sound Design. He finalised his academic career at The Netherlands Filmacademy (NFA), where he achieved his bachelor in sound design.

During his internships Melle gained his first international experience. In Copenhagen he worked on multiple feature films and television shows for Danish sound designer Peter Albrechtsen. And in London, as trainee, he contributed to a feature film, alongside an Oscar-winning team.