The following is an exclusive interview with Supervising sound editor Mark A. Mangini and Sound Designer Dave Whitehead about their work on "The Rite". Designing Sound: What ideas did Director Mikael Hafstrom have about the sound design for the film? Did he reference any past exorcism movies for inspiration or homage? Mark A. Mangini: Mikael did not come to the film with any … [Read more...]
Ric Viers Special: Exclusive Interview
I bet many of you have seen Ric Viers featured in this blog several times. But do you know how he get started? What are thier influences? Philosophy?Here's an interview I had with him, where we discussed all those things and more! Designing Sound: How did you get started and how has been the evolution of your career? Ric Viers: That’s a funny story. I started off as a … [Read more...]
Stefan Strandberg on the Sound of “Battlefield 3″
Game Informer has published a great video interview with audio director Stefan Strandberg talking about the sound of Battlefield 3. Among several things, he explains the approach on the sound design in Battlefield 3, talks about the new challenges on this title and also shares some footage from a very unique recording session the audio team had. The award-winning team behind … [Read more...]
March’s Featured Sound Designer: Ric Viers
If you are a regular reader of Designing Sound, you probable know about Ric Viers, great person and a true multi-disciplinary of sound (and probably one of the funniest ever). Ric will be sharing a lot of cool stuff this month, so stay tuned! Bio Ric Viers has worked in the film and television industry for over thirteen years. His location sound credits include nearly every … [Read more...]
McDSP User Profile: Harry Cohen
McDSP has published a new user profile, featuring sound designer Harry Cohen talking about his favorite McDSP plugins. In college, Cohen studied computer science. "Mostly, I spent time banging around with different bands as a keyboard player though. I suppose you could call familiarity with synths and samplers kind of an education for what I am doing now." He continues, "I … [Read more...]
Peter Albrechtsen Special: Backgrounds in the Foreground
[Written by Peter Albrechtsen for Designing Sound] Let’s start with talking not about choice of sounds but choice of words. In the US, background ambiences are called backgrounds – or just BG’s. In Denmark, though, we call them atmospheres. For me, that’s actually a better word to describe this part of the soundtrack, as background sounds can add so much texture, feeling and … [Read more...]
An Interview with Craig Berkey
Vancouver Sun recentlty published an article featuring Craig Berkey, sound designer and re-recording mixer on "True Grit". When Craig Berkey quit his job at a BC Tel subsidiary to study sound recording, the company president called him in. "'He said 'I've seen people do this before,' " recalls Berkey, 48. " 'It's okay, I'll leave a slot [open] for you, because usually people … [Read more...]