Sound Editor/Sound Engineer

The Sound Editor/ Engineer executes sound edits required throughout the production. He/She operates sound equipment to cut and synchronize sound elements to the picture. He is also responsible for ensuring that all sound assets are labelled, saved and backed up on digital storage equipment. In some instances, he may be required to create the final mix for all sound and music elements in the production according to the creative vision. The working environment is primarily indoors in an editing studio, however he may be required to travel depending on the production's requirement. The work requires an understanding of sound recording processes, sound editing techniques and workflows like dialogue editing, automated dialogue replacement, foley and sound effects or music editing. He is required to be proficient in operating the digital audio workstation (DAW) that manages all sound editing processes and procedures. He should also possess a sense of storytelling and attention to details so as to be sensitive to appropriate sound qualities that enhance the auditory elements in the story.