film music techniques
The techniques and forms of film music and its desired effects or moods.
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.
Competences and skills
33 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmusical theory
The body of interrelated concepts that constitutes the theoretical background of music.
Cross-sector
3 competencesaudio editing software
The various software for editing and generating audio, such as Adobe Audition, Soundforge, and Power Sound Editor.
digital
copyright legislation
Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.
musical genres
Different musical styles and genres such as blues, jazz, reggae, rock, or indie.
Essential skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencestructure soundtrack
Structure the music and sound a film to make sure that all components work together.
Sector-specific
7 competencesanalyse a script
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
attend music recording sessions
Attend recording sessions in order to make changes or adaptations to the musical score.
consult with production director
Consult with the director, producer and clients throughout the production and post-production process.
coordinate music with scenes
Coordinate the selection of music and sounds so they match the mood of the scene.
edit recorded sound
Edit audio footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as crossfading, speed effects, and removing unwanted noises.
digital
familiarise with personal directing styles
Understand and analyse the behaviour of specific directors.
synchronise sound with images
Synchronise recorded sound with footage.
Cross-sector
4 competencesfinish project within budget
Make sure to stay within budget. Adapt work and materials to budget.
follow directions of the artistic director
Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.
follow work schedule
Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.
search databases
Search for information or people using databases.
digital
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesfile-based workflow
The recording of moving images without using tape, but by storing these digital videos on optical disks, hard drives, and other digital storage devices.
digital
film production process
The various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.
musical instruments
The different musical instruments, their ranges, timbre, and possible combinations.
Cross-sector
1 competencemusical notation
The systems used to visually represent music through the use of written symbols, including ancient or modern musical symbols.
Optional skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesdraft music cue breakdown
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.
purchase music
Purchase the rights to music pieces while making sure all legal requirements are met.
Sector-specific
10 competencesarchive documentation related to work
Select relevant documentation related to the ongoing or complete work and take steps to archive it in a way that ensures its future accessibility.
collaborate with music librarians
Communicate and work together with music librarians to ensure permanent availability of scores.
draw up artistic production
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.
engage composers
Engage services of professional composers to write the score for a music piece.
organise compositions
Arrange and adapt existing musical compositions, add variations to existing melodies or compositions manually or with the use of computer software. Redistribute instrumental parts.
rewrite musical scores
Rewrite original musical scores in different musical genres and styles; change rhythm, harmony tempo or instrumentation.
synchronise with mouth movements
Synchronise sound recording with the mouth movements of the original actor.
digital
transcribe ideas into musical notation
Transcribe/translate musical ideas into musical notation, using instruments, pen and paper, or computers.
transpose music
Transposing music into an alternate key while keeping the original tone structure.
work with composers
Communicate with composers to discuss various interpretations of their work.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.