In this module students will focus on audio post-production techniques for Film, Television and Video. Students will be learning the tools and techniques utilised by industry professionals to create a sympathetic sound design for moving imagery as well as creating a clean and engaging production suitable for broadcast or online consumption.
The module will build upon existing skills such as foley, location recording, vocal capture and creative sound, as well as introducing new techniques that are specific to combining audio with moving imagery. A good working understanding of audio theory, recording and editing is essential for engaging well with this module.
Microphone techniques for dialogue replacement – ADR & use of specialist mic’s: Shotgun Mic’s, Lavalier Mic’s, PZM etc
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Wild dialogue / production sound – location dialogue recording, mic placement whilst film, shot composition, de-noising audio
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Creation of ADR cue sheets and asset lists
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Foley design and recording (continuation from Foley and Location Recording module)
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Atmos tracks – synthesized, sampled and captured on location.
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Visual sync and timecode – recording audio and spotting timestamped audio
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OMFI files (wrapped vs unwrapped), AAF files and file transfer standards
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Framerates and counting systems
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Relationship between audio and video file formats
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Broadcast Audio – audio considerations for Radio and TV broadcast (compression and EQ for radio, radio-specific mic’s and mic techniques; use of Lav mic’s and shotgun mic’s for TV)
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Broadcast Audio – audio considerations for Radio and TV broadcast (compression and EQ for radio, radio-specific mic’s and mic techniques; use of Lav mic’s and shotgun mic’s for TV)
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Gestalt and Psychoacoustic principles – commonality of sounds, cognitive dissonance etc
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Manipulation of audio – pitch, timbre, time, layering of samples.
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Surround Sound mixing (5.1, 7.1, 11.2, 3D Audio; Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D etc.)
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Pre-mixing / dub mixing for film.
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LUFs, average loudness and broadcast standards – EBU R128
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Audio CODECS and data compression
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Online media considerations – audio / video on demand (Youtube, Netflix, Amazon Prime etc.)
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Sustainable and environmentally-conscious professional practice
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The module will be delivered in the Mac Room and also the Recording Suite in a combined workshop/lecture format. Each student will have access to their own Mac computer, complete with industry standard audio production software. A range of teaching methods will be utilised to include, but not limited to, lectures, practical workshops and the use of VLE. Technical concepts and professional practices will be understood through formal lectures with audio visual support, tutor demonstrations, in-class practical tasks and assignments. Tutor and student led discussion, supported by independent study and group research, will provide a platform for exploring key concepts. Classes will be delivered by expert tutors, and, where appropriate, enhanced at strategic points in the academic calendar by guest lectures, co-delivered by expert industry practitioners, offering students a beneficial insight into real-world application of module content. Students will have the opportunity to both give and receive critical peer feedback to enhance their learning experience collaboratively.
The virtual learning environment (VLE) will act as a central hub where students can access course content, receive and offer peer feedback on their work, review class work through quizzes, and stay informed of important news related to the module.
Individual tutorials, available to all students, form an integral part of the module enabling focussed teaching and learning around key topics.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |