Workflow
Sound Editing Design & Film Scoring
Sound Editing
1. Pre-Production & Planning
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Provide technical specifications for broadcast release.
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Receive locked picture and reel breakdown from the editorial team.
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Establish spotting session schedule with the director.
2. Spotting Session
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Review the reel with the director to determine sound design elements and mixing goals.
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Identify necessary ADR, and specific sound effects areas.
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Define creative direction for soundscapes and atmospheric enhancement.
3. Editing and Review (film broken into 2 reels)
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Sync and clean recorded dialogue tracks, removing background noise and inconsistencies.
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Record or design Foley elements for movement, props, and environmental interactions
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Layer ambient sounds for realistic depth and environmental immersion.
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Enhance atmospheric elements to match the scene's mood.
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Create custom sound design elements to enhance the emotional tone of each scene.
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Submit integrated edits (cleanup and all Sound effects) per reel for one client review and feedback.
4. Music Integration & Final Mixing
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Balance all elements (dialogue, Foley, effects, music) for clarity and dynamic impact.
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Ensure compliance with technical specifications for broadcast release.
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Submit final mix for full reel for one client review before mastering.
5. Mastering & Format Delivery
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Making final adjustments for Final client review before mastering
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Ensure compatibility with different sound formats (Stereo, 5.1 Surround).
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Prepare final stems (Dialogue, FX, Music) for delivery.
Film Scoring
1. Pre-Scoring Preparation
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Receive locked picture and reel breakdown from the production team.
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Confirm cue sheet requirements and establish spotting session date with the director/producer.
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Gather references for tone, musical themes, and required instrumentation.
2. Spotting Session
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Watch the reel with the director to determine music placement.
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Discuss emotional impact, timing, and transitions between cues.
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Finalize a cue list with clear instructions for each scene.
3. Composition, Review & Refinements
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Begin composition based on the cue sheet.
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Develop themes and motifs, creating MIDI mock-ups.
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Submit mock-ups for first client review and receive feedback
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Incorporate feedback from the director/producer.
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Submit a second client review for approval
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Mix and master each cue to fit the reel dynamically.
4. Approval & Deliverables
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Ensure all cues are correctly placed, locked and synced properly with the reel.
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Submit final stems and session files for integration. (Internal - Final Mix is withing the same studio)
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Provide a Cue Sheet for submission to performing rights organizations. (Internal - Final Mix is withing the same studio) - Cue sheet will be shared upon completion.
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