In a recent post on the blog over at A Sound Effect, Asbjoern Andersen interviews long-time animation sound pro Jeff Shiffman of Boom Box Post. They discuss Jeff's workflow and approach to sound design, as well as the specific challenges and successes he had working on numerous animated shows. Take a look at the interview here. … [Read more...]
SoundWorks Collection: Lionel Train Recording
In a new entry in their podcast series, SoundWorks Collection speaks to Michael Raphael of Rabbit Ears Audio and Rudy Trubitt, Director of Audio for Lionel Trains. They discuss Rudy and Michaels experiences in sourcing new steam whistles for Lionel's new products, exploring the challenges presented in recording the high-SPL steam whistles and the recording techniques they used, … [Read more...]
“All we can do, as a community, is to welcome anyone who wants to learn. ” An Interview with Fryda Wolff
[ed. This interview was originally intended as a part of our focus on women in March] Fryda Wolff began her adult life working in video games for 12 years before deciding to run away and join the circus as a voice actor. She can be reached and researched at her website or on Twitter. Designing Sound: How did you start working in the video game industry and what led you to … [Read more...]
A Sound Effect examines the audio of Better Call Saul
In their most recent post, A Sound Effect speaks to Supervising Sound Editor Nick Forshager about Better Call Saul. They dig into the particulars of sound design for a comedy series, and the different approaches the teams used on both Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad. Head here to read the full interview. … [Read more...]
Dynamics In Education – Interview With Michael Sweet, Professor of Game Audio at Berklee College of Music
As the Artistic Director of Video Game Scoring at Berklee College of Music, Michael Sweet leads the development of the game scoring curriculum. Michael is an accomplished video game composer and has been the audio director of more than 100 award winning video games. His work can be heard on the X-Box 360 logo and on award winning games from Cartoon Network, … [Read more...]
Video Interview with Ryan Billia
The folks over at Pro Sound Effects have put together a video interview with Ryan Billia of Rumble Audio. This is the first in what will be a series of "Sound Design Spotlight" videos on the Pro Sound Effects blog. Keep an eye on their feed for future videos. … [Read more...]
Tonebenders Interview with Mark Levinson
Since we're in the middle of our documentary month, I though it would be worthwhile to point out the latest episode of the Tonebenders Podcast. It's about a month old now, but if you should really give it a listen if you haven't already. In it, Timohty Muirhead interviews Mark Levinson, director of the recent documentary Particle Fever. Did you know that Mark has also worked … [Read more...]