Learn Audio Production for  Visual Content

Your story is solid, the shot list is set, the locations have been secured, the actors are ready, but what about the sound? No matter how compelling your story is, and how perfect your shots are, if the sound is not good, people will not watch.

Join us on Saturday, October 19 to for our Pro Camp about sound production, from planning and pre-production, to recording location sound, inside and outside, to adding and polishing the sound, and working with a composer for your soundtrack.

Registration starts at 8:30 am
The program starts 9 am

We have a full day planned, so the program will start right at 9!

Studio West is the site for this Pro Camp, and we will also take part of the session outside, to learn abut dealing with environmental sounds and challenges.

In the morning session, Director Rich Varville,Sound Engineer James Raub, and Sound Mixer Alexandra Parral will walk us through the planning, setup, and recording of a scene

In the afternoon, they will discuss post production, adding the sound to the film, sweetening it, and getting it just right. This session will focus on techniques, not tools.

Composer Keith Methven will spend some time talking about working with a composer to get the right music for your soundtrack.

David Raines and Christine Gatlin will be performing a scene that Christine wrote for our demo.

Handouts

Shotgun mics / Recorders / Wireless Systems / Lavs

Agenda

PRE PRODUCTION

• Types and application of different microphones
• Types of recording devices: professional and consumer
• Types of wireless systems and accessories
• Setting up your audio bag and rig; rigging and handling a boom
• Equipment maintenance

PRODUCTION

• Understanding gain structure and workflow
• Using meta data and labeling tracks
• Boom placement and techniques
• Lav techniques and troubleshooting; dealing with clothes rustling and unwanted sounds; mic'ing etiquette 
• Hopping audio signal to camera; scratch audio on camera; using time code
• Capturing on set foley sounds and room tone; sound treatment of various rooms
• Prepping for a shoot and tagging the script
• We will take you through step by step as we record a live scene with actors in interior and exterior environments 

POST PRODUCTION

• Importing and syncing audio
• Labeling and setting up tracks in NLE
• Cleaning up noisy audio; RX7; using signal processors
• Sound design and using sound fx
• Working with a composer
• Final tips and tricks

Click here to see the event flyer.

Our Presenters

Rich Varville is an accomplished San Diego based filmmaker and recording artist that gained notoriety from his unique style of story-based, cinematic, music films. He also produces narrative, industrial, and documentary films through his company RSVP FILMS. (www.rsvp-films.com)

James Raub is a Sound Engineer for RSVP Films.  James began doing sound in 1985 as a front of house mixer for local bands. In 1990, James began working for a sound company that provided equipment and engineers for touring bands. In 2011, James transitioned over to film work and joined RSVP Films as the location sound recordist. James is also an independent contractor.

Keith Methven is a Berklee College Of Music-trained composer who has been producing music for many years.  Keithhas the breadth to work in many styles, including rock, classical, jazz, R&B, country, and dance. (www.keithmethvenmusic.com)

Alexandra Parral  is a sound mixer who has dedicated her career to meaningful independent films, documentaries, and interviews. Alexandra was born in San Diego, raised in Tecate, Mexico, and now lives in Los Angeles. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in Television, FIlm and New Media Production from San Diego State University.  Some of her recent jobs include interviews with Olympic medalists Meb Keflezighi, Willie Banks, NBA star James Worthy and Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk..  

David Raines is an accomplished, screenwriter, actor, and director whose films have screened at Filmapalooza in Paris, Shakespeare Shorts in England, Cardiff Mini Film Festival in Wales, Dragon-Con in Atlanta, and the Shawna Shey Memorial Film Festival.

Christine Gatlin is a producer and writer for Kanari Storm Films, as well as an actor, singer, and voice actor. She co-wrote the short film “One Plus One Night Stand,” in partnership with fellow SD Media Pros Board members David Raines and Marianne Bates.

Meeting Information

Location

Studio West,
11021 Via Frontera, Suite A
San Diego, CA 92127
(www.studiowest.com)

Cost

Note: All attendees - please remember to check in upon arrival.

Members: Monthly meetings are included with your membership.
Non-Members: $15 pre-registered, $20 same-day or at the door.
Students: Free with student ID and pre-registration

Lunch is included for everyone who pre-registers! You must pre-register by Friday, October 18 to be included in the lunch order!