Module #1 Introduction to Sound Design Overview of sound design, its importance in film and television, and what to expect from the course
Module #2 Principles of Acoustics and Psychoacoustics Understanding the science behind sound, including frequency, amplitude, and human perception
Module #3 Sound Design Tools and Software Introducing industry-standard software and plugins for sound design, such as Pro Tools, Ableton, and Soundminer
Module #4 Field Recording and Capture Techniques and best practices for recording high-quality sound effects and ambiance in the field
Module #5 Sound Recording for Film and TV In-depth look at recording sound on set, including boom operation, mic selection, and syncing techniques
Module #6 Sound Design and Storytelling How sound design contributes to storytelling, character development, and emotional impact
Module #7 Script Analysis for Sound Design Analyzing scripts to identify sound design opportunities and creating a sound design plan
Module #8 Creating and Editing Sound Effects Practical techniques for creating, editing, and manipulating sound effects using software and plugins
Module #9 Dialogue Editing and Cleanup Cleaning and editing dialogue recordings for clarity, noise reduction, and syncing
Module #10 Foley and Sound Effects Recording Recording and creating foley sound effects, including footsteps, cloth movement, and prop handling
Module #11 Designing and Implementing Soundscapes Creating immersive soundscapes, including ambiance, atmosphere, and environment sounds
Module #12 Sound Design for Emotion and Mood Using sound design to evoke emotions, create mood, and enhance the audiences experience
Module #13 Working with Composers and Musicians Collaborating with composers and musicians to create an integrated soundtrack
Module #14 Mixing and Balancing Sound Balancing and mixing sound levels, EQ, and compression for film and TV
Module #15 5.1 and Immersive Audio Mixing Mixing and balancing sound for surround sound and immersive audio formats
Module #16 Sound Design for Visual Effects Creating sound effects to enhance visual effects, including CGI, animation, and motion graphics
Module #17 Delivery and Workflow Preparing and delivering final sound design files, including formatting and metadata
Module #18 Sound Design for Trailers and Promos Creating sound design for trailers, promos, and commercials
Module #19 Sound Design for Documentary and Reality TV Unique challenges and considerations for sound design in documentary and reality TV
Module #20 Sound Design for Animation and Games Designing sound for animation, video games, and interactive media
Module #21 Career Development and Industry Insights Insights from industry professionals, career development, and networking strategies
Module #22 Sound Design for Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Designing immersive sound experiences for VR and AR applications
Module #23 Sound Design for Live Events and Installation Creating sound designs for live events, installations, and exhibitions
Module #24 Case Studies:Iconic Sound Designs In-depth analysis of iconic sound designs in film and TV history
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Sound Design for Film and Television career
