How closely does the composer and sound designer usually work together on small films?
How closely does the composer and sound designer usually work together on small films?
Hello. I'm an independent sound-editor/designer and mixer in New York City. I've been doing it for over 20 years. I've mixed and edited lots of documentaries you may have seen. Also, some arty shorts and features, and a few art installations here and there. I'm looking for work, of course, like ever...
Expand postHello. I'm an independent sound-editor/designer and mixer in New York City. I've been doing it for over 20 years. I've mixed and edited lots of documentaries you may have seen. Also, some arty shorts and features, and a few art installations here and there. I'm looking for work, of course, like everyone else.
I also recently finished a screenplay that I've been working on for two years. If you have the time, and want to read something different, it's posted here.
I would love to chat. Send me a message. Everyone stay well.
Hey, Greg Smith! My name is Kay, I'm the Community Manager here at Stage 32. Nice to meet you! Man, you must be so popular! Everyone loves a sound specialist (and no one seems to be one) LOL! I'd LOVE...
Expand commentHey, Greg Smith! My name is Kay, I'm the Community Manager here at Stage 32. Nice to meet you! Man, you must be so popular! Everyone loves a sound specialist (and no one seems to be one) LOL! I'd LOVE for you to start a post in the Filmmaking Lounge: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing I know other members would love to learn about sound from your experience!
Congrats on finishing your screenplay! If you're interested in a script exchange, I would suggest giving feedback on others' loglines (https://www.stage32.com/loglines) and then asking if they would be willing to do the same for you. If they like your logline, then you can ask for a script exchange so you both get notes. Also, if you're in a place to receive feedback, I would highly recommend getting script coverage: https://www.stage32.com/scriptservices/coverage/buy?id=23&affid=mjm) It will give you detailed notes that will help to weigh in on the otherwise free advice you'd be receiving (which may not be as detailed or accurate). If you have questions about any other script services, definitely reach out to our Director of Script Services, Jason Mirch, who is excellent at matching projects with potential executives: J.Mirch@stage32.com
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DUDE! There is a question in the Post-Production Lounge about Sound Designer and Composer - I would LOVE your input! https://www.stage32.com/lounge/post_production/Composer-relationship-wit......
Expand commentDUDE! There is a question in the Post-Production Lounge about Sound Designer and Composer - I would LOVE your input! https://www.stage32.com/lounge/post_production/Composer-relationship-wit...
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Good question Karl! It depends a bit on what project it is. Sometimes if i am working on a short film I just do the music as a composer(or it could even be that i do both music as well as sound design...
Expand commentGood question Karl! It depends a bit on what project it is. Sometimes if i am working on a short film I just do the music as a composer(or it could even be that i do both music as well as sound design if the sound design aspect is almost part of the music) I did a horror short last year and the jump scares etc were part of the music so i did a fair amount of the sound design too. They only hired a mixing engineer for the final mix. Every project has a different approach to that.
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Karen, usually the sound designer comes in at post production but sometimes if the producer wants the sound designer on set or have him do the booming(I have seen that happen for small shortfilms some...
Expand commentKaren, usually the sound designer comes in at post production but sometimes if the producer wants the sound designer on set or have him do the booming(I have seen that happen for small shortfilms sometimes). But it often happens that both composer and sound designer come in after production. I am in favour of being involved as earley as possible, that goes the same for sound design. Well that is only my view of course.
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Hi Karl, I second what Ruud has said. In my experience (mostly sound design and mixing documentaries), the composer and sound designers have had very little interaction, but it really depends on the t...
Expand commentHi Karl, I second what Ruud has said. In my experience (mostly sound design and mixing documentaries), the composer and sound designers have had very little interaction, but it really depends on the type of production, and style of music and sound elements, and the people involved. In a documentary, where the goal of the sound editor is often to fix and enhance the "realism" that is already contained in the shot, the sound effects are generally more utilitarian and less artistic. The opposite is often true with horror or sci-fi where the roles of sound effects and music can overlap quite a lot, and might require a more collaborative process.