Production Sound for Directors
Production Sound for Directors
Find out how to understand and utilize the nuances of sound design from production to post-production including equipment instructing, listening demonstrations, microphone characteristics, editing/mixing, and more.
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About This Course
The importance of quality sound in a movie cannot be overstated. Of particular interest to directors and independent filmmakers who want to understand the production and post-production workflow, this overview course covers such topics as the nature of sound and its aesthetics, microphone characteristics, the sound recording chain, budgeting and scheduling, and what can be fixed in post versus what can only be done during production. Instruction includes equipment and listening demonstrations. Many of the practical techniques presented are suitable for student productions.
Spring 2026 Schedule
The third course week will consist of asynchronous content to be completed via Zoom and a one-on-one meeting with the instructor scheduled during or around class time.
Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
The third course week will consist of asynchronous content to be completed via Zoom and a one-on-one meeting with the instructor scheduled during or around class time.
Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
