About

From Emmy-Winning Sound to Indigenous Language Revitalization

Craig Carpenter is a sound designer, publishing professional, and researcher dedicated to Indigenous language revitalization and cultural preservation. With over 20 years of audio experience and an Emmy in production sound, Craig now focuses on developing community-centered speech technologies and training programs through his company, Talking Owl Technologies.

He has worked extensively in publishing — from editing and editorial coordination at Theytus Books to founding arts and culture magazines — and continues to support Indigenous storytelling through ethical, community-led media production. His work spans digital storytelling, acoustic ecology, and AI-enhanced tools for language documentation, with a strong emphasis on data sovereignty and respect for Indigenous knowledge systems.

Craig collaborates with his wife, artist Élise Carpenter, on creative projects including children’s books, where his editorial and narrative expertise complements her visual artistry. Whether facilitating hands-on audio workshops, leading research initiatives, or producing media for revitalization projects, Craig’s practice is rooted in care, collaboration, and deep listening.

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