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Los Angeles, US · Founded 2024 · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors

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Noctal builds AI-powered sound design software that analyzes video footage, identifies sound events, and automatically places matching effects from a library of over 200,000 human-recorded sounds. It serves video editors and sound designers, offering a Premiere Pro plugin and a marketplace of licensed sound effects.

AI & Machine LearningMedia & EntertainmentSaaS

Founders & leadership

Noctal was founded in 2024 by Isaiah Chavous and James Paul.

ICIsaiah Chavous
Isaiah ChavousChief Executive Officer, FounderIsaiah Chavous founded Noctal, which builds AI-powered sound design software for video editors. He previously led business development and partnerships at Jadu, an augmented reality gaming company, and served as Student Body President at the University of Colorado.30 Under 30 2026
JPJames Paul
James PaulChief Operating Officer, Co-FounderJames Paul leads Noctal. He previously worked in physical production and location-based experiences at technology startups, with experience spanning live events, film and television, and immersive media installations, and has taught at AFI.

Board

DC
Daniel CarusoBoard director

Investors · 2

Also in the syndicate · 1

Media Empire Ventures

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$1.8M disclosed across 1 round · 2024

▶$1.8MraisedDec 2024 · 5 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Daniel CarusoDirector
  • Isaiah ChavousExecutive Officer, Director
  • James PaulExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2M
Amount sold
$1.8M
First sale
Nov 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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In the news

Noctal Announces $1.8M Seed Round to Launch AI-Driven Platform for Sound Effects Editing - intelligence360intelligence360.news · Mar 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Noctal do?
Noctal builds AI-powered sound design software that analyzes video footage, identifies sound events, and automatically places matching effects from a library of over 200,000 human-recorded sounds. It serves video editors and sound designers, offering a Premiere Pro plugin and a marketplace of licensed sound effects.
Who founded Noctal?
Noctal was founded by Isaiah Chavous, James Paul in 2024.
Who are Noctal's investors?
Noctal's investors include Caruso Ventures.
How much funding has Noctal raised?
Noctal has disclosed $1.8M raised across 1 round.
Where is Noctal headquartered?
Noctal is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.