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Introductory Task (sound identification)
Download Quicktime file here
The aim of this Mini Task is to give you the skill to differentiate between layers of sound in a completed soundtrack. You must watch the short video above for an explanation on the five elements of sound in film.
Then identify in detail the layers of sound (dialogue, music, sound effects, foley and atmos tracks) in the following video (click here for the worksheet - when complete email to teacher).
Note: You will need to complete this task using headphones.
Major Task Description
The aim of this Task is to prepare a broadcast quality sound production.
Pixar has hired you to create an original sound-scape for one of their animated feature films. You need to build a 2-3 minute professional soundtrack covering the 5 elements of sound discussed in class (dialogue, music, sound effects, foley and atmos tracks). You may choose from a number of scenes provided by your teacher.
You will be completing your pre-production and script using Celtx which is installed on all the macs. Click on the following links for more info on writing a script and script formatting. For an in depth explanation of how this program works please go here.
For this task the emphasis is on the:
Planning – time lines, deadlines, script
Preparation – rehearsal, equipment checks, selection of microphone/s
Execution – recording, file formats, noise reduction
Post production – Equalisation, compression, mixing, adding effects and outputting (bouncing)
Remember to:
Prepare and submit detailed script and sound acquisition check list
Prepare the studio and equipment
Test equipment by prerecording checking for appropriate recording levels
Record the performance (read through the following page for mic technique)
Add external audio in post production
Mix and export the audio (adding effects and EQ as required)
Export the finished product in two industry standard compressed and non-compressed file formats (ie AIFF, WAV, MP3, AAC).
Link your finished work into your website and check it works!
NOTE: Students will collaborate in small groups, but will produce an individual projects (your teacher will explain how this will work practically during class time). Time management is paramount as each project will have to be performed with sufficient time to get through post-production and encoding. You must also include audio recorded from outside of the studio, mixed in post-production to create a credible soundscape.
For a behind the scenes on Pixars sound workflow watch the video below:
For an excellent video explaining 'foley' watch the video below
For an in depth video on recording click below:
TASK DUE: Term 3 - Week 7
Unit of Competency Assessed
CUFSOU302A: Compile audio material for broadcast
Unit Marking Rubric
MAJOR TASKS
Task
1
Web Portfolios
Task 2
OHS Workbook
Task 3
Band Graphic Design
Task 4
Animation
Task 5
Audio Remix
Task 6
Creative Thinking Assignment
Task 7 - Basic Vision & Sound Edit
Task 8
Screen Industry Research
Task 9
Assist with Basic Camera Shoot
Task 10
Promotional Video
Task 11
Exporting Audio
Task 12
Capturing and Preparing Audio