How to SOUND DESIGN a Video | Step-By-Step Tutorial

[@MilesRCH]

One more element that could add even more is a 'breath' track. Hearing the protagonist breathing, you can tell a story there too. Him getting increasingly stressed, sighing, shortness of breath/quicker breathing, etc.

[@FilmEditingPro]

Absolutely love that idea - it could serve as a great audio motif and tension escalator.

[@dudleybarker2273]

something that Roger Waters used to good effect on a good number of tracks throughout his career

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[@Ethernel0]

I think in the past I was too naïve to think editing is just the visual, but after seriously trying editing out, I realized the amount of time that sound design takes is crazy !

[@beenahemkar]

This tutorial raised the bar so high I don't think anything i watch after this in my search for audio editing is going to meet the bar! Thank you!

[@FilmEditingPro]

Thanks so much for the kind words - you’re welcome! We have a full course on sound and music editing as well (www.filmeditingpro.com/join-the-art-of-music-editing-student-area)

[@samiuelB]

This is soo good that when the last edit was being played, I for a second forgot I was watching a tutorial. I was immersed.

[@FilmEditingPro]

Perfect! 🤩 🎬

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Without a doubt. Thank you so much for this knowledge

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Agreed

[@YosefBederman]

Awsome! Great work man 🔥

[@iocomposer]

I've worked as a sound designer on many of the films that people know and love. Appreciate you giving sound some attention!

[@HealthierDayByTay]

So I’m filming (new KZbinr) cooking videos and I absolutely love videos with the natural sounds and foley! Do you recommend I film the sounds with a mic while I am filming me cooking it or film the audio separate just focusing on the sounds and do foley. I’m not a professional obviously and wanted to ask you because you have worked as a sound designer. I use CapCut free for now and haven’t looked too much into what stock sound effects they have. Any tips would be super appreciated!

[@iocomposer]

@@HealthierDayByTay Hard to tell what you're asking for but if it's a mic recommendation, the Sennheiser MKH50 is a popular one for KZbinrs. If you're looking for a library of sound effects, I hear that Soundly is a great way to go... it's a reasonably priced subscription service with a large library and great search interface. I have my own libary that I've been developing for 30 years but there's easier and faster ways to get there now. Good luck!

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This is life changing for us amateur videographers!!

[@Abdallah_yusuf]

This was really another level of sound design and You guys never cease to amaze me, i can't thank you enough but thanks a million guys

[@FilmEditingPro]

Our pleasure!

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This was another level on really another level. Saved.

[@Ansuzhelmaz]

The crunch is really unsettling, does the job well

[@jonson2708]

i watch this video 3 times, everytime i comeback, i can understand it more clearly, thank u

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The final video looks so simple but once you realise the work behind it! Props to silent background everyday heroes!!

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Thanks for this tutorial. It covers "overall theory" that is sometimes lost when watching tutorials specific to one editing software suite.

[@FilmEditingPro]

You're very welcome!

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There is something about this video that is special. The knowledge is great but also the speaker is endearing and welcoming. Also its clear you're an editor because of the quality of edits in this video. Well done. 10/10

[@LearningVikas]

This needs Oscar for best sound design tutorial on youtube

[@ThatOtherAkshat]

Easily one of the more insightful tutorials I've seen in a while. Absolutely love it!

[@FilmEditingPro]

Awesome, thank you!

[@aligholami5143]

By far away this is the Best tutorial i ever seen about sound design of a video

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This video deserves billion views straight!!!

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Many people have said it already, but this tutorial is AMAZING! Really, really helpful with all the theory, but also very practical!

[@aluisiopaes7032]

To be honest I hate sound design but I have to learn it as an independent filmmaker and actor, and so far I've been bored watching a lot of tutorials. But your video is something else and it caught my attention. I like it. Congrats man for this amazing video and tutorial.

[@Atared7]

To me as a beginner, you make it look so easy and I loved this video so much

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This is the first video I came across of yours, as I'm trying to piece together a proper showreel and I'm stunned at the fact all this information is here for free, just out here for anyone to watch. Truly educating!

[@FilmEditingPro]

Our pleasure and thank you so much for the kind words!

[@cinematicsounds]

🌟 Here is a summary. Thank me later, you got this! 🎨 Steps to Awesome Sound Design: 1. Score: • Importance: Even if a composer will score later, adding temp music helps design sound effects in context and communicate the vision. • Technique: Cut and rearrange music cues to match the visual edit. Use non-rhythmic orchestral music for easier editing. 2. Ambience and Foley: • Ambience: Every location needs ambient sound (e.g., air conditioner hum in an office, wind for outdoor shots). • Foley: Ensure every visible action has a corresponding sound (e.g., typing, pen strokes, footsteps). • Diversity: Avoid repetitive sounds by using varied sound clips and cutting longer clips into individual sounds. 3. Creative Sound Design: • Abstract Sounds: Use sound to communicate emotions, thoughts, and actions not visible on screen. • Non-literal Sounds: Add sounds for camera moves, transitions, and non-visible actions to enhance storytelling. • Experimentation: Use stock libraries and record custom sounds to fill specific needs. 🛠 Practical Examples: • Initial Pass Critique: • Issues: Misaligned score, lack of ambience, repetitive sound effects, lack of reverberation, and missed creative opportunities. • Solutions: Address each issue with targeted fixes in the refined version. • Refined Version: • Score: Adjust cues to match visual actions, such as a staple being pulled, and use simpler, ominous drones for background tension. • Ambience: Add relevant ambient sounds and adjust volumes to fit the scene. • Varied Sound Effects: Use clips with multiple keystrokes or pen sounds, cutting and aligning them with the visuals. • Reverb: Apply environmental reverb to Foley tracks to match the character’s environment. • Creative Enhancements: • Opening Credits: Add chimes and a drone to set the tone. • De-stapling Moment: Add reverse impacts to make it sinister. • Character Movements: Use whooshes for quick movements to reinforce the comedic nature. • Hits and Impact Sounds: Add hits to emphasize actions like placing a box on a desk. 🎧 Advanced Techniques: • Layering Sounds: Combine multiple sounds to create richer audio. • Consistent Style: Maintain a consistent sound style throughout the piece. • Identifying Key Moments: Recognize moments that need sound accenting and treat them appropriately. • Balancing Intensity: Not every moment needs maximum intensity; balance subtle and intense sounds for impact. 📝 Mixing and Final Touches: • Mixing Levels: Ensure dialogue, sound effects, and score are at appropriate levels (e.g., dialogue around -12 dB, sound effects -10 to -30 dB, score -22 to -30 dB). • Iterative Process: Sound design is iterative; refine and adjust in multiple passes for the best results. 🎬 Conclusion: • Foundations: Start with score, ambience, and Foley. • Creativity: Add layers and think outside the box for a sophisticated and interesting soundscape. • Consistency: Apply techniques consistently across different software platforms.

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Thank you so much, Dénes! It's especially nice to hear such kind words from another professional. Lot's more videos planned for the future!

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This is hands down the best tutorial on sound design for video I've found here. Thanks a ton for sharing this with the world for free.

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I'm really pleased with myself for having four of the same notes that you shared after the first pass! I guess I am indeed learning from your courses! 🙂

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Ive been working on a personal project and i came across this video while looking at ways to improve it. I applied these principles to my project and it has greatly improved it and has given it much more depth. Thank you! 🙏

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Wow, truly one of the best sound design tutorials on YT

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[@FilmEditingPro]

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Nothing short of awesome! great courses, former student here.

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Much appreciated!

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One of the greatest videos I’ve ever seen on sound design

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My favourite part in editing is sound design. I found the information about audio levels very helpful. Thank you!

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Easy to understand Explains easily Shows how sound affects Really Good Tutorial

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What are you editing on? What hardware are you using for it?

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Wowww! I didn't know Sound Design is a proper skill before this video. Thank you so much Chris, it was mind blowing!

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I find sound design so hard...especially adding music! Thanks for this great tutorial.

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Glad it was helpful!

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Thank you, Rich! 👍🎬🎞