TV or film sound technician jobs

A sound technician is responsible for determining which sound effects are required for a production and carrying out the activities that are required to generate those sounds.

Job description

In order to achieve the intended aural impact for the production, sound technicians are an essential component of the production crew. Sound technicians collaborate closely with lighting technicians, directors, and directors to achieve their goals. They contribute to the processes of production as well as post-production in some way. On more extensive projects, sound technicians may choose to specialize in order to fulfill a particular function within a sound team, such as that of a dubbing mixer, foley artist, boom operator, or sound editor or designer. They are in charge of the sound effects that are associated with actions and motions in cinema, radio, and television. They use technical equipment to mix, enhance, record, or recreate sound for a production, and they make sure that the sound quality is at its best. In this job, you will be responsible for some of the more hands-on parts of setting up and maintaining the equipment, such as ensuring that microphones are functioning properly and are correctly positioned in studios or on site.

Foley artists are sound professionals that produce noises and sounds for films or videos by utilizing a variety of objects and techniques. They are required to employ their imaginations while doing this task.

Occupational pursuits

putting together, using, and taking care of various pieces of technical apparatus and instruments.

Assuring that the sound quality is at its highest possible by doing sound checks before to a performance or recording, monitoring, and altering the volume of the sound during the performance as needed to get the desired effect.

Choosing effects that satisfy the requirements set out by the director.

Finding solutions to and addressing technological issues.

Cooperating closely with directors, producers, and artists in order to determine what kind of music and sound is required.

During the editing process, synchronizing the various sound effects with the visuals.

generating sound using a wide variety of instruments and sources, from industrial equipment to commonplace things.

The process of blending and adjusting the sound levels of the conversation, music, and any other effects.

Conditions of employment

The majority of sound technicians are required to travel often since on-location filming is so common.

The hours that workers are expected to put in may be lengthy and inconvenient; shoots and recordings can happen at any time of the day or night; and meeting deadlines might require working additional hours.

Location: big cities are home to the majority of music and television production studios.

Entry requirements

Graduates from any field are eligible to apply, but they must demonstrate an in-depth understanding of broadcasting technology. Because of this requirement, students who majored in music technology or sound engineering will have a significant advantage. In Ireland, a variety of educational institutions, such as the Sound Training Centre in Dublin, Pulse College in Dublin, and Queen's University Belfast, provide full-time and part-time students with the opportunity to participate in specialized training and classes in the field of sound technology.