Creates the soundscape of the story, recording all dialogue and as much background sound as possible. There are also roles in sound as part of the post-production process. See the section on Animation, VFX and Post Production information for more details.
What does working in this department look like?
The Sound department is responsible for capturing the performers dialogue and location sounds during production.
Skills needed
Technical knowledge of sound production and equipment, understanding of the post production process.
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What jobs are available?
- Supervising Editor
- Supervising Sound Editor
- Sound Effects Editor
- Music Editor
- 1st Assistant Editor
- Assistant Dialogue Editor
- Assistant Sound Effects Editor
- 2nd Assistant Editor
- Sound Recordist / Mixer (Production & Dubbing)
- Boom Operator
- Cable Puller
- Cable Person
- Sound Mixer/Recordist
- Negative Cutter/Conformer
