Essential Job Functions
Soundman is expected to assemble, operate and maintain the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound on location, within Studio or audio dubbing suite settings.
Sound man will identify the sound requirements for a given task or situation and perform the appropriate actions to produce this sound. Specific duties include;
Production Activities
Consulting with producers/Directors and performers to determine the sound requirements;
Selecting, positioning, adjusting and operating the equipment used for amplification and Recording on location, in the studio or in the dubbing suite;
Applying technical knowledge of sound recording equipment to achieve the determined artistic objectives;
Monitoring audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions;
Using the mixer to achieve the optimum sound levels for each situation
Operating the software based recording system in the audio dubbing suite
Filling in the necessary quality assurance forms at the end of each shoot
Maintaining and cleaning all audio equipment and ensuring that the batteries are good for use anticipating and correcting any problems.
Post-Production Activities
Integrating (synchronisation) of pre-recorded audio (dialogue, sound effects and music) with visual content;
Re-recording and synchronising audio (post-synching);
Mixing and balancing speech, effects and music;
Creating and altering sound effects for use in films, television, etc.
And: Any other duties assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge, skills and qualities
Diploma, OND in Media and Communication or related field
Good practical skills and knowledge of sound equipment i.e. Sound Mixer, Radio & Boom Microphones.
An interest in photography, film and video
Good communication and ‘people skills’
The ability to carry out instructions accurately and with attention to detail
Calmness under pressure, patience and concentration.
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