Brandon Harding
Grammy-Winning Recording Engineer
From LAFS Recording Arts graduate to Grammy-winning engineer behind hit records for Beyoncé, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and Pharrell Williams.
Grammy
Award Winner
10+
A-List Artists
50M+
Records Sold
100s
Studio Sessions
The Origin
Brandon Harding didn't grow up in a studio — he grew up wanting to be in one. Fascinated by the sound of records from an early age, he was the kid dissecting mixes on his headphones, trying to figure out why one song felt massive and another felt flat.
In 2013, Brandon graduated from The Los Angeles Film School's Recording Arts Program. The hands-on training — signal flow, Pro Tools, microphone technique, and studio etiquette — gave him the technical fluency to walk into any room and get to work immediately.
What set Brandon apart wasn't just technical skill. It was his ear. His ability to capture vocals with clarity and warmth caught the attention of top producers, and within a few years of graduating, he was engineering sessions for some of the biggest names in music.
Today, Brandon's studio credits read like a who's who of modern music — and there's a good chance his work has found its way to more than one of your playlists.
"The technical foundation I built at LAFS — the signal flow, the mixing discipline — that's what carries you when you're in the room with the biggest artists in the world."
— Brandon Harding · LAFS Alumni Spotlight
The Journey
2013
LAFS Recording Arts Graduate
Completed the Recording Arts Program at The Los Angeles Film School, building a foundation in signal flow, mixing, and studio production.
2013–2015
Breaking Into Major Studios
Began engineering sessions at top LA studios, building a reputation for pristine vocal recording and efficient workflow.
2015–2018
Beyoncé & Rihanna Sessions
Engineering credits on albums and singles for Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Mary J. Blige — working alongside the industry's top producers.
2018–2020
Grammy Recognition
Won a GRAMMY Award for his engineering work, cementing his status as one of the most in-demand recording engineers in music.
2020–Present
Hit After Hit
Continued engineering for Justin Bieber, Ne-Yo, Pharrell Williams, T.I., Usher, and The Dream — a constant presence on the charts.
Achievements
GRAMMY Award Winner
Won a Grammy for his recording engineering work on a major label release, recognized by the Recording Academy.
Beyoncé Studio Credits
Engineering credits on albums and hit singles for Beyoncé, one of the most decorated artists in Grammy history.
Rihanna & Pharrell Sessions
Engineered sessions for Rihanna, Pharrell Williams, and Ne-Yo — contributing to multi-platinum records.
Justin Bieber Collaborations
Studio engineering credits on Justin Bieber releases, working with the pop superstar's production team.
Mary J. Blige & Usher
Engineering work for R&B royalty including Mary J. Blige, Usher, and The Dream across multiple projects.
50M+ Records Sold
Collective sales from albums and singles he engineered surpass 50 million units worldwide.
Notable Credits
Key Collaborators
Beyoncé
Recording Artist
Multi-Grammy winning icon
Rihanna
Recording Artist
Multi-platinum superstar
Pharrell Williams
Producer / Artist
Grammy-winning producer
Justin Bieber
Recording Artist
Global pop phenomenon
Mary J. Blige
Recording Artist
Queen of R&B
Ne-Yo
Singer / Songwriter
Grammy-winning artist
Usher
Recording Artist
R&B legend
T.I.
Rapper / Artist
Hip-hop icon
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Brandon Harding — Grammy-Winning Recording Engineer
The Legacy
Brandon Harding's journey from LAFS Recording Arts student to Grammy-winning engineer is a testament to what happens when technical mastery meets an extraordinary ear. His work has shaped the sound of modern music — from Beyoncé to Bieber, from Rihanna to Pharrell. For every LAFS student sitting in a studio today wondering if they'll ever make it to the big leagues, Brandon's story is the proof that the path is real.
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