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INDEXSound editing / Mixing / Foley estimates in the UK
6 years, 3 months ago - Tiago Teixeira
Hi all,
I'm producing the post of a 17-minute artsy-horror short film shot in the UK and I'm having trouble figuring out how much I should set aside for the sound design / mixing / foley? I've asked for estimates from some professionals, but I'm always faced with 'how much you have put aside for sound' question. What would be a fair amount for a self-funded, non-profit short film?
Thank you for your help and hope you have great weekend.
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6 years, 3 months ago - Alex Gregson
Hi Tiago,
As someone who runs an Audio Post Facility, I can tell you that response is not what you should expect. We work on short films all the time and there definitely is a clear answer.
Feel free to email me on alex@344audio.com and I can give you a very clear idea of rates and expectations.
Kind regards,
Alex Gregson
Lead Audio Craftsman at 344 Audio
344audio.com
Response from 6 years, 3 months ago - Alex Gregson SHOW
6 years, 3 months ago - Alan Deacon
Hi Tiago,
It's great that you should be asking that question at all. So many film makers don't really consider the post production sound costs when budgetting their films and end up blowing all of their funds on production... This, of course, leads to compromises at the post production stage and, when you consider that sound and music make up 50% of the film, you start to ask yourself, why would anyone want to treat their art in that way....?
I'm sure Alex will be able to give you much more of an idea of the value of Post Production Sound, but if you want a second opinion, (or if anyone needs sound help in the South West) then it's: alan@soundattitude.net
Best wishes,
Alan
Response from 6 years, 3 months ago - Alan Deacon SHOW