The job of an ENG Audio

Capturing audio for ENG, or electronic news gathering, is different than working for other types of television environments because the goal isn't perfection. When providing ENG audio, we're not capturing the best isolated tracks to be used at a later date. That later date never happens! We're mixing the best…

What microphones do YouTubers use?

Not all YouTubers use the same microphones but there are some favorites you should be familiar with if you want to have a good sounding video. And it better sound great if you want listeners to keep listening. First you should decide what type of videos you're shooting and know…

Audio for videographers

I'll share a little secret with you guys. I used to shoot a lot of video for corporations. That's how I got into this audio thing. I had clients that didn't want to pay for a second crew member so I had to figure audio out. This is not the…

16 bit vs 32 bit audio. What’s the big fuss?

As sound mixer, producer and video editor I've been responsible for many, many hours of production audio and making it work in film and TV and I've never been in a situation where I thought 32 bit audio was necessary. There is no appreciable difference for the finished film of…

Recommended production sound mixers

I have a deep bench of recommended production mixers to call when I am not available. If I'm not available please feel free to ask if I can recommend a solid second choice locally in Atlanta or elsewhere. Unfortunately, once may calendar fills up, there is no way I can…

Production Sound Report

When working on a production the sound mixer usually submits a report on what the recorded during the days shoot. This is called the sound report. This sound report is circulated to interested parties who might need the information once files are handed over at the end of the day…