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This course provides a comprehensive overview of sound in film, from its historical evolution and technological advancements to its role in modern production and post-production. Students will explore key aspects like film sound design, production techniques, ADR, Foley, and music composition, gaining insights into the collaboration and technology behind creating immersive cinematic audio.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of sound in film, from its historical evolution and technological advancements to its role in modern production and post-production. Students will explore key aspects like film sound design, production techniques, ADR, Foley, and music composition, gaining insights into the collaboration and technology behind creating immersive cinematic audio.
This module explores the transformation of sound in cinema, tracing its journey from the silent film era through the revolutionary introduction of “talkies” to the sophisticated sound technologies of today. It covers significant milestones like the adoption of Dolby and THX, highlighting how these innovations have shaped the auditory experience in films and influenced key cinematic works.
This module delves into the integral role of sound in film production, detailing the process from pre-production through to the actual filming stage. It explores the responsibilities of key team members like the Production Sound Mixer and Boom Operator, the equipment they use, such as microphones and field recorders, and explains the concept of MOS, or shooting “Mit Out Sound.”
This module outlines the post-production process in film, emphasizing the stages from assembly to creating deliverables, and the critical roles of visual and audio management. It discusses the use of CGI, chroma keying, and stock footage, alongside the responsibilities of key post-production personnel to ensure a seamless final product.
This module covers the comprehensive process of audio post-production in film, detailing the use of Edit Decision Lists, and the four major sound elements: dialogue, sound effects, Foley, and music. It delves into the specific techniques of dialogue editing, ADR for enhancing or replacing on-set recordings, loop groups for background chatter, and the art of Foley where sounds are manually created to sync with visual actions.
This module explores the integral role of music in films, distinguishing between scores (background music specifically composed or licensed for the film) and source music (music emanating from an on-screen source). It outlines the scoring process, from initial meetings with filmmakers through to recording and mixing, highlighting the skills and roles of various music professionals like composers, orchestrators, and engineers. The module also discusses the impact of digital technology on scoring, including the use of virtual instruments and royalty-free music, which offers cost-effective, time-saving solutions for film projects.
This module covers the intricate process of audio post-production mixing through to the strategic distribution of films, highlighting the technological and logistical aspects that ensure a film reaches and resonates with its audience.
Required Hardware (minimum):
Laptop Computer (PC or Mac)
Specifications:
Minimum 3.0 GHz Processor
16GB RAM (64 Bit)
256GB SSD
Shareable Certificate
Taught in English
Self-paced Learning
Course Evaluations:
6 Quizzes & 1 Final Exam
Estimated Time to Complete:
15-20 Hours
Course Availability:
On-Demand
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