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FILM SOUND DESIGN

Lower production costs and

increase dramatic impact

Without a doubt, a film can be produced more economically and with greater dramatic impact when the sound is developed throughout the filmmaking process, beginning with the script.  Sometimes an expensive scene to shoot can be as effective if done on the soundtrack.  Preproduction planning should take acoustic elements into consideration to avoid extra time on the set or inadequate production tracks, to be able to defray postproduction costs that might be more costly in the long run.  The dynamics between the director, sound editor, music composer and sound mixer can be coordinated by a sensitive sound designer who understands not only the principles of creating sound, but also the specific dramatic elements and character emotions involved in the film.  Here is an outline of the step-by-step activities that David Sonnenschein uses (and describes in detail in his book "Sound Design") to reach an effective sound track:

• The first script reading
• What to listen for - objects, actions, environments, emotions, transitions
• Grouping the voices
• Drawing Visual Maps
• Meeting with the director
• The Sound Map - draft 1
• Consulting before and during the shoot
• Accompanying the picture edit
• Analyzing the final picture edit
• The Sound Map - draft 2
• Defining voice sources and modifications
• Defining sound effects and ambience sources
• Coordinating with the music score
• Experimentation and open options
• Exhibition considerations
• The Sound Map - draft 3
• Pre-mix decisions
• The final mix (print master)

Please contact David Sonnenschein for a quote on sound design consultation fees for your project.