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Inside Look at the Creation of Movie Sound Effects

August 30, 2011 by Miguel Isaza

New article of Mix Magazine dedicated to sound effects, featuring sound editors Harry Cohen, Christopher Assells and Jon Title.

From the clang of a sword to the roar of a monster to the rev of a car engine, Hollywood directors depend on sound designers and sound effects editors to craft the sonic elements that help add impact and interest, set the mood or ratchet up the terror of a scene. Working with Foley artists, re-recording mixers, composers and others, the creators of film sound effects have challenging jobs that require imagination, creativity and technical abilities, not to mention a great ear.

There are two primary job titles for those who create and edit effects—sound designer and sound effects editor—though the differences between the two job descriptions have become blurred over time, and both are essentially involved in effects creation.

To learn more about the techniques used to create effects for films, Mix spoke with three pros at Soundelux (Hollywood), all with sound designer and sound effects editor credits to their name. Harry Cohen has worked on such titles as Inglourious Basterds, Star Trek, Robin Hood, The Green Lantern and The Perfect Storm. Chris Assells has credits on films like Fright Night, The Green Hornet, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps and Gladiator. Jon Title’s filmography includes Final Destination 5, Red, Blood Diamond and The Bourne Ultimatum.

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  1. Jon Ferriss says

    September 5, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    Wonderful article!

    It is surprising how little people know of the all important behind the scenes stuff. They know about Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Many would also know James Cameroon and Jon Favreau. But how many know people Harry Cohen or John Title who actually make movies happen?

    We need more publications to highlight these few good men (and women) working in sound mixing, cinematography, camera work, make up, etc. that enable guys like Cameroon and Spielberg to bring their visions to life.

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