As a lead audio advocate and designer, I played a crucial role in driving the prioritization of new audio capabilities for the 2022 audio engine update in Spark AR Studio. This update allows for more advanced audio integrations in Spark AR Studio, specifically for mobile and head-mounted displays (HMD) like the Quest Pro.

Over the course of a year, I collaborated closely with Sound Design teammates and internal teams at Spark to define and scope audio features and capabilities. Our goal was to ensure exceptional AR audio experiences on Instagram and lay the foundation for HMD use on Oculus mixed reality Quest devices, including the Quest Pro.

In my role, I extensively tested all capabilities, working alongside engineering teams to refine creator controls. I also showcased various sonic use-cases that demonstrated the value and potential of these updates. These efforts successfully motivated Spark to prioritize the audio engine rebuild, which is now in use and delivering impressive audio experiences in Spark AR Studio today.