Earlier this week Sight and Sound Magazine announced their upcoming feature ALL ABOUT ALMODÓVAR, which will take a dive into the life and works of Pedro Almodóvar. We took the opportunity to explore the sound…
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Jacob Ribicoff on “Passing” – Conveying Interiority with Sound Design
Jacob Ribicoff is an American sound designer and sound editor who has been working in the film and television industries since the late-80s. He is best known for his work on movies like School of Rock and Manchester…
7 Best Sound Design Podcasts in 2022
We’ve assembled this list to bring together some of the best sound design podcasts to help you hone your craft. It’s no secret that podcasting has been taking over the ears of millions of people…
3 Useful Storage Solutions to Make Your New Sound Effects Libraries Portable
Every year Black Friday brings a flurry of sales on the plugins and sound effects libraries we as sound designers and mixers have had on our wish lists all year. This year I have a…
Tomlinson Holman on Life, Career, and the Future of Sound
(Photo Credit: Andrew Davis) Tomlinson Holman is a film theorist, audio engineer, and inventor of film technologies, notably the Lucasfilm THX sound system. He also worked on Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Indiana…
Expert Advice: 10 Common Mistakes to Avoid as a Sound Designer
One thing to emphasise before diving into this article. Making mistakes is a good thing. We learn from our mistakes, it’s what makes us better at what we do. So don’t be afraid to take…
Expert Advice: 11 Tips For The Best Start To Your Career In Sound Design
Listen To Your Surroundings With A Critical Ear Find Mini Stories To Craft Your Sound Don’t Do It For The Fame Think Outside The Box Make Lots Of Sounds Maintain Close Proximity To Creative People …