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Visual context for Open City Documentary Festival sound workshops.
As audio mastering and post-production specialists at SM Mastering, we understand that sound is more than half the viewing experience, particularly...
In documentary filmmaking, capturing pristine audio is notoriously difficult. Unlike controlled studio environments, field recordings are plagued b...
Technical Training at the Open City Documentary Festival Sound Workshops
Led by industry professionals from diverse creative and technical backgrounds, these sessions offer a deep dive into advanced microphone setups, fi...
Recommended Gear & Tools for Documentary Sound
To help you prepare for the practical applications of these workshops, we have compiled a specifications table of the industry-standard tools commo...
Spectral Audio Restoration & Dialogue Cleanup
Practical Studio Workflow Tips for Documentary Audio
Working in non-fiction cinema requires a highly adaptive workflow. Here are several expert studio tips to ensure your documentary audio meets theat...
Capture Room Tone: Always record at least 30 to 60 seconds of silent “room tone” at every location. This is crucial for patching dialog...
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