Sound editor jobs in Finland
Sound editors create the soundtrack and sound effects for motion pictures, television series or other multimedia productions. They are responsible for all the music and sound featured in the movie, series or videogames. Sound editors use equipment to edit and mix image and sound recordings and make sure that the music, sound and dialogue is synchronised with and fits in the scene. They work closely together with the video and motion picture editor.
Sound editor - Which skills are essential?
Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.
Consult with the director, producer and clients throughout the production and post-production process.
Understand and analyse the behaviour of specific directors.
Different musical styles and genres such as blues, jazz, reggae, rock, or indie.
Understand how film music can create desired effects or moods.
Structure the music and sound of a film to make sure that all components work together.
Make sure to stay within budget. Adapt work and materials to budget.
Synchronise recorded sound with footage.
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
Search for information or people using databases.
Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.
Coordinate the selection of music and sounds so they match the mood of the scene.
Edit audio footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as crossfading, speed effects, and removing unwanted noises.
Attend recording sessions in order to make changes or adaptations to the musical score.
The various software for editing and generating audio, such as Adobe Audition, Soundforge, and Power Sound Editor.
The body of interrelated concepts that constitutes the theoretical background of music.
Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.
Sound editor - Which skills are useful but not essential?
File and document a production in all its phases right after the performance period so that it can be reproduced and all relevant information remains accessible.
The different musical instruments, their ranges, timbre, and possible combinations.
Transposing music into an alternate key while keeping the original tone structure.
Engage services of professional composers to write the score for a music piece.
Purchase the rights to music pieces while making sure all legal requirements are met.
The various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.
Rewrite original musical scores in different musical genres and styles; change rhythm, harmony tempo or instrumentation.
Arrange and adapt existing musical compositions, add variations to existing melodies or compositions manually or with the use of computer software. Redistribute instrumental parts.
Synchronise sound recording with the mouth movements of the original actor.
The systems used to visually represent music through the use of written symbols, including ancient or modern musical symbols.
Select relevant documentation related to the ongoing or complete work and take steps to archive it in a way that ensures its future accessibility.
Communicate and work together with music librarians to ensure permanent availability of scores.
Draft a cue breakdown by rewriting the script from a musical point of view, helping the composer to estimate the tempo and meter of the score.
The recording of moving images without using tape, but by storing these digital videos on optical disks, hard drives, and other digital storage devices.
Transcribe/translate musical ideas into musical notation, using instruments, pen and paper, or computers.
Communicate with composers to discuss various interpretations of their work.