ISCO Specialization 3521.1.9 Sound Designer
Definition
Sound Designer: Sound designers develop a sound design concept for a performance and supervise the execution of it. Their work is based on research and artistic vision. Their design is influenced by and influences other designs and must be conform with these designs and the overall artistic vision. Therefore, the designers work closely with artistic directors, operators and the artistic team. Sound designers prepare audio fragments to be used in a performance, which can involve recording, composing, manipulating and editing. During rehearsals and performance they coach the operators to obtain optimal timing and manipulation. Sound designers develop plans, cue lists and other documentation to support the operators and production crew. Sound designers sometimes also work as autonomous artists, creating sound art outside a performance context.
Essential Skills
- Record Multi-Track Sound
- Plan A Recording
- Mix Sound In A Live Situation
- Work Ergonomically
- Perform Quality Control Of Design During A Run
- Use Technical Documentation
- Mix Multi-Track Recordings
- Meet Deadlines
- Program Sound Cues
- Adapt Existing Designs To Changed Circumstances
- Verify Feasibility
- Analyse Score
- Present Detailed Design Proposals
- Coach Staff For Running The Performance
- Use Communication Equipment
- Communicate During Show
- Monitor Developments In Technology Used For Design
- Develop Design Ideas Cooperatively
- Adapt To Artists' Creative Demands
- Develop Design Concept
- Operate An Audio Mixing Console
- Update Design Results During Rehearsals
- Research New Ideas
- Propose Improvements To Artistic Production
- Monitor Sociological Trends
- Safeguard Artistic Quality Of Performance
- Operate Sound Live
- Analyse The Artistic Concept Based On Stage Actions
- Analyse The Scenography
- Analyse A Script
Optional Skills
- Adapt Artistic Plan To Location
- Technically Design A Sound System
- Tune Up Wireless Audio Systems
- Document Your Own Practice
- Ensure Safety Of Mobile Electrical Systems
- Provide Documentation
- Record Music
- Keep Personal Administration
- Set Up Sound Reinforcement System
- Draw Up Artistic Production
- Set Up A Multi-Track Recording
- Perform Technical Sound Check
- Work With Respect For Own Safety
- Lead A Team
- Copyright Legislation
- Monitor Mixing In A Live Situation
- Update Budget
- Follow Safety Procedures When Working At Heights
- Labour Legislation
- Translate Artistic Concepts To Technical Designs
- Perform Soundchecks
- Organise Resources For Artistic Production
- Read Musical Score
- Set Up Basic Recording
- Analyse The Need For Technical Resources
- Use Personal Protection Equipment
Alternative Names
- Audio Engineer & Sound Artist
- Sound Designer & Engineer
- Sound Designer And Composer
- Sound Engineer And Designer
- Sound Designer & Audio Engineer
- Sound Designer & Music Composer
- Music Composer And Sound Designer
- Composer And Sound Designer
- Music Composer & Sound Designer
- Audio Engineer And Sound Artist
- Music And Sound Artist
- Composer & Sound Designer
- Sound Designer & Composer
- Sound Designer And Audio Engineer
- Sound Engineer & Designer
- Audio Designer
- Audio Engineer And Sound Designer
- Sound Designer And Engineer
- Sound Designer And Music Composer
- Sound Artist And Audio Engineer
