Meet Pedro Laet

Today we’d like to introduce you to Pedro Laet.

Hi Pedro, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My name is Pedro Laet. A native of Brazil, I was born into a musical family, and my upbringing was filled with a broad scope of musical traditions. From a young age, I delved into playing the guitar, immersing myself in the rhythmic variation of samba, the soulful tones of rhythm and blues, and the dynamic energy of jazz. To further refine my musical skills, I pursued higher education at Berklee College of Music in Boston. During my time there, I expanded my musical palate and honed my craft, ultimately graduating with a bachelor’s degree in music production and engineering. 

I relocated to Los Angeles, where I signed as a staff engineer at the renowned Village Studios in West LA. At the Village, I found myself drawn closer to the scoring world, seizing the opportunity to contribute to several recording sessions for hit TV shows and feature-length movies. Notable projects include Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale,” FX’s “The Old Man,” and Apple’s “Ted Lasso,” for which I engineered the song “Fought and Lost,” that earned a nomination for an Emmy for Outstanding Original Music and Lyric. 

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back, would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Like Ted Lasso said, “Taking on a challenge is a lot like riding a horse, isn’t it? If you’re comfortable doing it, you’re probably doing it wrong.” Reflecting on my journey, leaving my family and friends certainly is the first thing that comes to mind when I think about the struggles of this journey. But is it a great feeling knowing they are back home rooting for me. 

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I work as a recording and mixing engineer, essentially acting as a musical problem solver. My role involves serving the artist by bringing their vision and emotions to life, making sure that the music is not only sonically balanced but also aesthetically pleasing. Ultimately, if the music resonates with you, I consider my job well done. 

We’d love to hear what you think about risk-taking.
Getting into this industry is a risk in on itself, and taking risks revolves in constantly being put out of your comfort zone. It is, however, how we grow. Taking risks sparks our creativity, our passion, and fears. In the studio environment, taking risks is how we advance into new sounds and technologies, so taking risks isn’t just a gamble; it’s a way to unlock new potential. 

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Adan Santos